Chili Paste Tour was the vision of Ubon Ratchathani native Chin Chongtong, a Bangkok resident of more than 15 years. The company, which is named for the English translation of traditional Thai-style nam prik relishes, takes participants to the city's best local restaurants, shops, and culinary destinations to sample high-quality regional fare. Day tours include Old Bangkok Food and Culture Walks, which explore the city's Banglamphu region, and Thonburi Food and Art Walks, which meander through the alleyways of one of the city's lesser-known regions. Markets and Farms of the Tha-Jeen tours take participants through centuries-old riverside markets and farming communities, while Amphawa and Tha Kha Floating Markets tours explore one of the area's most unique market destinations. Cooking classes are also offered in Samut Songkhram, teaching participants how to prepare local favorite dishes using market-fresh ingredients. foodtoursbangkok.com
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