Thailand has an increasingly well-known and well-loved repertoire of dishes, some more familiar than others. The Food of Thailand features a myriad of dishes that make up modern Thai cuisine: from traditional green, red, and panaeng curries, eaten by every Thai, to salads like som tam and laap, redolent with herbs and chillies, and coconut-based soups, including the famous tom khaa kai. To partner the recipes, special pages explore the essence of Thai food and cooking techniques.