Thai Street Food with David Thompson

In the final episode of Thai Street Food, we look at modern Bangkok and the cosmopolitan city that it has become. David reflects on his journey of Thai food and culture, and what it means to him.

The neon lights shine brightly on the bustling streets of Bangkok and the energy is palpable. The end of the day often means letting your hair down and having fun. Starting at the famous Lumpinee Stadium, David talks to the boxers about the art of Muay Thai boxing. Outside the stadium, banana roti is served to hungry patrons and David is keen to lend his hand towards making one.

As dawn breaks Thailand's fisherman are heading back in from their nightly routine with their catches to take to the market. David Thompson gets to the heart of seafood in all its wonders - fresh, dried, fermented and made into paste or sauce, they're so many wonderful creations that contribute to cooking the perfect dish. Seafood is such a huge resource for Thai cooking and the varieties of fish are truly impressive.