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The Epestle, authored by Leela Punyaratabandhu, delves into Thai food and culture, offering candid conversations, recipes, and gardening tips. It features personal reflections, food recommendations, and historical insights, particularly related to World War II’s impact on Southeast Asia, alongside detailed discussions on traditional and innovative Thai recipes.

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Make Your Thai Sticky Rice Even Better

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There are simple ways to make Thai sticky rice even better
Some people struggle with store-bought tamarind paste
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World War II, Grilled Shrimp, Fish Sauce Caramel, and Cilantro—Part One

0 implied HN points • 30 Oct 23

💾 History World War II Cuisine

The post discusses World War II and its impact on Southeast Asia
Japanese troops aimed to conquer Malaya and Burma using Thai railways, airfields, and seaports
The attack on Pearl Harbor marked a shift in destiny across the Gulf of Thailand

These Are a Few of My Favorite Things

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🍲 Food & Drink Food Restaurant

The post discusses favorite things in Bangkok for 2023
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There are food and restaurant recommendations included

Fried Fish with Sweet Fish Sauce

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The author enjoyed fried fish with sweet fish sauce every day at a beach house in Thailand.
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The author reflects on their time at the beach house and how they ate the same dish daily.

Curry of Ground Pork and Silken Tofu

0 implied HN points • 05 Mar 23

🍲 Food & Drink Recipes

The post discusses a recipe for curry made with ground pork and silken tofu.
The author spent time in Thailand and shared insights on writing about Thai food.
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Seven Days, Seven Colors—Day 6

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🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cooking Food culture

The post discusses the concept of creating a new dish from leftovers in the fridge.
It mentions a feeling of sadness that can arise after discovering the perfect taste.
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Northern Thai Pork Curry, Burmese-Style

0 implied HN points • 15 Oct 23

🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cuisine Cooking

Northern Thai Pork Curry, Burmese-Style has many versions
Life update: Author had surgeries but newsletter is back on schedule
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Chicken Yellow Curry with Pan-Charred Limes

0 implied HN points • 04 Sep 23

🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cuisine

This post provides a recipe for Chicken Yellow Curry with Pan-Charred Limes
The recipe offers an unusual way to make Thai curries
The author is taking a break due to upcoming surgeries and planning for the future of their content

These Are a Few of My Favorite Things

0 implied HN points • 02 Sep 23

🍲 Food & Drink Baking Reading Recipes

Consider investing in a stainless-steel tier steamer for versatile and efficient steaming.
A rice cooker is a fantastic addition to any kitchen, regardless of how often you cook rice.
During colder seasons, a grill pan is a great alternative to outdoor grilling.

World War II, Grilled Shrimp, Fish Sauce Caramel, and Cilantro—Part Two

0 implied HN points • 31 Oct 23

💾 History World War II Cooking

The post is part two of a story about World War II and personal connections.
The main character Kobori was a Japanese officer with diverse talents and a tragic fate.
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These Are a Few of My Favorite Things

0 implied HN points • 25 Feb 23

🍲 Food & Drink Food

The post discusses favorite things in Bangkok in 2023
Apology for not checking emails during vacation in Bangkok
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World War II, Grilled Shrimp, Fish Sauce Caramel, and Cilantro—Part Three

0 implied HN points • 01 Nov 23

🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine Recipes Culture

The post is about a novel called 'Khu Kam' that is beloved by many Thais.
The novel captures the hearts of readers since its initial publication.
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On Shrimp Paste

0 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24

🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine Recipes Ingredients

Shrimp paste used to offend foreign visitors in the past.
Durian is a commonly consumed divisive food in Thai culture.
Shrimp paste has a history of causing strong reactions from those outside the culture.

Seven Days, Seven Colors—Day 7

0 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24

🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine Recipes

Thursday is orange day.
Author loves talking about Thai cuisine.
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Seven Days, Seven Colors—Day 5

0 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24

🍲 Food & Drink Food culture

Tuesday is pink food day in the Seven Days, Seven Colors series.
Hale's Blue Boy is a popular Thai legacy food brand known for its red syrup.
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Seven Days, Seven Colors—Day 4

0 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24

🍲 Food & Drink Cooking Cuisine Recipes

Monday is associated with the color yellow in Thai culture.
The author reminisced about a curry made during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Seven Days, Seven Colors—Day 3

0 implied HN points • 07 Jan 24

🍲 Food & Drink Cooking

Sunday in Thai culture is associated with the color red.
The post discusses a red curry made with red tomatoes stuffed with beef.
The dish is inspired by Marché de la Croix-Rousse and classic French cuisine.

Seven Days, Seven Colors—Day 2

0 implied HN points • 06 Jan 24

🍲 Food & Drink Cooking Recipes Cuisine Food culture

The author is sharing a post about cooking with a focus on a color each day of the week.
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The author explains her decision to make a whole meal due to a festive mood and personal significance of the day.