# “Amazing Food Festival 2024” elevates Thailand’s gastronomic tourism experiences

- Link: https://www.thailand-business-news.com/tourism/150025-amazing-food-festival-2024-elevates-thailands-gastronomic-tourism-experiences
- Published: 2024-07-08T09:21:53+07:00
- Author: Tourism Authority of Thailand

**The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is hosting the “Amazing Food Festival 
2024” across multiple locations to highlight Thai food culture, featuring local 
dishes, celebrity chefs, music, and sustainable tourism practices.**

## Amazing Food Festival 2024: A Culinary Extravaganza

Phuket, 6 July 2024 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is hosting the “Amazing
Food Festival 2024” to celebrate Thai food culture and promote Thailand as a top
gastronomy tourism destination. The festival will occur in Phuket from 5-7 July 
at Central Phuket, Chiang Mai from 20-22 July at Central Festival Chiang Mai, and
Prachuap Khiri Khan from 10-12 August at Hua Don Beach, Hua Hin.

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## Gastronomic Experiences in Phuket

Kicking off this weekend, the inaugural event in Phuket embraces a “Good Food Good
Vibes” theme, showcasing Thailand’s rich culinary landscape. Dr. Phonpoom Vipattipumiprates,
Vice Minister of Tourism and Sports, along with Mr. Sophon Suwanrat, Governor of
Phuket, and Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, TAT Governor, officially opened the event.
This celebration aligns with the government’s ‘Ignite Tourism Thailand’ vision, 
emphasizing gastronomy tourism to boost the local economy.

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## Culinary Highlights and Sustainability Focus

The three-day event in Phuket features local signature dishes and specialty menus
from MICHELIN-awarded establishments. Star chefs like Chef Big Phuripat Jaiweerattanakul
and Chef Kao Vayo Nisatchanakan are set to perform cooking shows. Visitors can enjoy
performances by Thai artists and explore unique activities, including art and craft
booths and sustainable tourism presentations. With an expected turnout of 50,000
visitors per location, the festival aims to generate significant economic impact
while promoting sustainability through waste separation and responsible tourism 
practices.

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