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Hua Hin Golf
Fruit
Passion
Exotic and succulent
Hua Hin
is a paradise for tropical fruits. At any time during the year at least
a dozen different kinds can be found in the market. Their strong aromas
and distinctive tastes are addictive once more acquires a liking for them.
These include durian, rambutan, mangosteen, longans, lychee, and many
others. These fruits alternate with the others to be in season, resulting
in different combinations of fruits in different seasons.
The fertile soil of the region plays a major part in this ever-lasting
love affair with fruits. As a visitor, try the local produce at least
once. It is part of the great Thai experience. Surely, you will fall in
love with the succulent and exotic fruits that this country has to offer.
Mango magic
Mango, or mamoung in Thai, comes in many
varieties. The dark green kaew sawoi stands out as the most delicious
raw mango, best dusted with a mixture of chili, sugar and salt. Served
with a hot and sweet sauce, is a sour mango called rae (rhino in Thai
- it has a little horn similar to a rhino’s). A mouth-watering sensation
which your tongue won’t forget. When it comes to ripe mangoes, nam
dok mai is the star; featuring in that delicious and exotic dessert of
mango with sticky rice. A must have for every visitor, although some prefer
oak rong for its enticing fragrance.
Deep aroma
Despite its negative image, (thanks to its
pungent smell), the rich golden flesh of durian is an all-time favorite
among Thais. Look beyond the aroma and it is ultimately creamy, sweet
and tasty. A high quality durian, like mon thong, but less pungent.
Cool
fruit
After durian, try mangosteen (mang khut)
next for cooling down the body. Mangosteen is dark purple with a thick
skin. Peel it and reveal four or five white, sweet, juicy and tangy segments
- a delightful and palatable experience.
Next on the list is the hairy, ruby-red rambutan or ngo. The hard ruby
red skin encloses a soft, white and juicy core with one big seed.
Mixed fruits
The more familiar lychee, or lin chi, comes
from the North but is a national favorite along with longan, or lam yai.
Longan is a small brown fruit that grows in tight bunches. Inside of the
fruit is white and segmented. The northern part of Thailand also yields
fruit more familiar to tourists - strawberries, cantaloupes and grapes.
Another popular choice is the jackfruit or kha noon, quite similar in
appearance to the durian but odorless. Then there are the year-round bananas,
coconuts (a great refresher on a hot day), papayas (the main ingredient
for som tam) and guavas. |
