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Tom yum kung gets the nod from UNESCO
The Nation Thailand
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12/4/2024
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Tom Yum Goong has been recognized as an intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO.
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Thais have enjoyed one of the most popular dishes, Tom Yum Goong, for hundreds of years.
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The name comes from the words Tom, which means to boil, and Yum, which means mixing of ingredients.
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Although its inventor is unknown, a dish named Tom Yum can be traced back to the reigns of King Rama V.
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Tom Yum Goong is now a global cuisine that reflects Thailand's abundant resources
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with ingredients from rivers, farms, and forests.
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The spicy soup's main ingredients are chimp and herbs.
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Its soup is a mix of spicy, sour, salty, and slightly sweet.
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The dish is not only a menu item but also a representation of Thai culture.
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Tom Yum Goong has become a fine example and a testimony
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to our cultural heritage forming part of the Thai soft power.
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On this occasion, we are delighted to invite all of you
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to experience Tom Yum Goong at Thai restaurants around the world.
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Or find recipes online to experiment cooking Tom Yum Goong at your own homes.
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Enjoy the scrumptious and flavorful journey of its safeguarding. Thank you.
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Try it anywhere when you visit Thailand,
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but remember to tell the staff the level of spiciness you can tolerate.
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