Is food safe to eat in Thailand?
Is food safe to eat in Thailand? The First Rule of Street Food The first rule of Thai street food is: if you see Thais eating there, it's probably safe – street food vendors rely on regular customers so it's not in their interests to make people ill! If you see a lot of Thais eating there, it's probably really good, too.
Is it safe to have ice in drinks in Thailand?
Drinking ice cubes Most ice comes from ice-making machines, which are connected to a clean and safe water supply. As a result, they're absolutely nothing to be concerned about and will unlikely make you ill.
Should you finish your food in Thailand?
Unlike many other countries, you are not obliged to eat all your food or finish your plate. Eat what you can and only stop when you are truly full. Although you should try to not waste food, it is okay if you do have leftovers since it is not seen as rude here as it is in other places.
How can I eat in Thailand without getting sick?
Look for foods that are hot and steaming in order to be on the safe side. The best places are the ones where food is made to order. Hot temperatures kill most germs that cause digestive illnesses as opposed to cold or lukewarm temperature that encourages bacteria growth.
What not to bring to Thailand?
- Narcotics.
- Pornographic materials.
- Counterfeit trademark goods and IPR infringing goods.
- Fake notes or coins.
- Reserved animals or CITES-listed wildlife.