LUNCH ON THE GO

2PM

In Bangkok, street food is an integral aspect of life. Everyone — from suited gents to street cleaners — eats it. Some of the best areas for it are Khao San Road, Bang Rak and the Old City (Rattanakosin). The simple menus don’t look like much but once that deliciousness is on your plate, you’ll be in foodie heaven. Try traditional dishes such as som tam (papaya salad), pad thai kung (fried rice) and khao mun

gai (noodles with shrimp). For something sweet, Mae Varee Fruit Shop is famous for its mango sticky rice, a Thai dessert that’s been around since the days of Rama V (1853–1910), if the legend is to be believed.

1 Soi Thong Lor Rd, Sukhamvit 55, Thonglor. ●