Meat on a stick...

Bangkok, sin city of the world where anything goes. From ping pong shows to prostitutes a price can be bargained. But why is the spotlight mainly focused on the red light district of this historical and kind city? Filling the streets on carts and folding tables is the iconic food of Thailand. 

Green papaya being muddled with peanuts and coconut palm sugar stands next to grandmothers frying spring rolls and vegetable fritters. The sweet and spicy air currents play at your nostrils while pork, chicken and squid are grilled over red hot coals. It is truly amazing what these cooks can do with the bare minimum space and equipment. 

Of all the carts and stands that line the streets in Silom, my favorite by far are the women with one wok and a few sauces and spices. With the speed of the flash and the muscle memory of a master, she fries some garlic pepper and onion together until the aroma smacks your nose. Then comes the morning glory, beans and chicken with the sauces, spices ad basil to come quickly after. She composes a perfect symphony in under 3 minutes and does it with one pot, one utensil and about 4 square feet.