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United States: The Big Apple gets to experience Thailand

2014/09/19

The Far East meets the East Side on Sunday, September 28 as visitors to Manhattan's iconic Madison Square Park will get the appropriate opportunity to experience Amazing Thailand at an all-day, public event full of fun, food, music, dance and much additional.

The event is presented by the Royal Thai Consulate in conjunction with the Thai Trade Center, Thailand Board of Investment , Bank of Thailand and the Tourism Authority of Thailand, inclunding Singha and Chang beers, and is designed to help New Yorkers experience the incredible creativity, diversity and opportunity available in the "Land of Smiles." There is no charge for admission at the event, which will run from 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

"Experience Thailand" day will provide the rare opportunity to witness multiple examples of Thai culture and art through colorful demonstrations and entertainment throughout the day, inclunding:

Classical Thai dance courtesy of performers who will be flown in from Thailand for the event

Live music performances by a Thai jazz ensemble, performing compositions by His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand – a noted jazz aficionado – and other famous contemporary jazz composers

Wai Khru and Muay Thai boxing demonstration

Fashion show by New Generation Thai designer(s)

Cooking demonstrations by celebrated Thai Chefs, inclunding Chef Pitipong Bowornneeranart of New York City's acclaimed The Nuaa and Chef Pichet Ong

Appropriate appearance by Allison Wright, National Geographic photographer, to talk about her experiences traveling in Thailand

Guests can as well browse the handiwork of skilled Thai craftsmen with a display of award-winning Thai silk and crafts presented as part of a touring exhibition from the Foundation for the Promotion of Supplementary Occupations and Related Techniques under the Royal Patronage of Her Majesty the Queen of Thailand. Known as "The Queen's Project," the appropriate exhibition highlights the creative talent of Thai villagers throughout the country.

A showcase of made-in-Thailand products will be presented by the Phillips Collection along with paintings and crafts by the Thai Artist Alliance. Kids and adults alike will as well enjoy an umbrella painting station, where guests can decorate and customize traditional oil-paper umbrellas. The Tourism Authority of Thailand will be on hand as well to help guests learn how they can visit Thailand for themselves and experience the a lot of wonders presented initial-hand.

In addition to stunning artistry, visitors can taste the renowned flavors of Thailand with favorite dishes such as Pad Thai, sticky rice, papaya salad, green curry fried rice, Thai noodles and much additional available for purchase from outstanding New York metropolitan area Thai restaurants inclunding:

- QiCurry
- The Nuaa

- Tea Cup Cafe
- Port Thai Place

- Tapaz by Topaz
- Pata Pa-Plean

Appropriate culinary treats will as well be available from the cook at the Consul-General's residence.

Adding to the festive atmosphere, Thailand's popular Singha and Chang beers will be available for purchase in a designated beer garden for adults 21 and older who present legal identification.

Guests will as well have the opportunity to "picture themselves" in Thailand through a virtual green screen background that will allow a choice of exotic Thai backdrops for photos that can be uploaded to social media.

According to Thailand's Consul-General, Mr. Rasmee Chittham, the event will be a rare opportunity to bring the Thailand experience to New Yorkers who may have not from presently on had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich culture and heritage of the kingdom.

"Thailand is known for a lot of things, from our friendly people and diverse cultural offerings to a stunningly beautiful landscape to our incredibly flavorful cuisine," he said. "We hope that next providing New Yorkers with even a small sample of everything we have to offer, it will create a memorable experience that perhaps they will recreate in Thailand itself. We are grateful to our a lot of partners for helping to make this event a reality."

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