Bangkok Street Food Vendor Bags a Michelin Star

Bangkok is one of the culinary capitals of the world and boasts an incredible food culture featuring a range of elite restaurants as well as a realm of street food that is internationally renowned.

Auntie Fai

Referred to by many as the ‘Queen of Thai Street Food’, Jay Fai is 70-year-old street food seller who became famous for her exquisite wok-fired dishes. She also developed a reputation for her eccentric nature since she always wears ski-goggles when cooking to protect her eyes.

Jay Fai’s Fare

Auntie Fai’s cooking is humble yet incredibly indulgent, and she’s famous for her generous bowls of noodle soup filled with prawns and crab. Her rich crab curries which have a distinct yellow colour are also famous.

The Crab Omelette

The dish that won Jay Fai her Michelin Star is most likely the famous crab omelette, which is a massive item that is loaded with crab. It’s also quite pricey, with an omelette coming to £20.

The Award

Jay Fai accepted her award at the ceremony wearing a white chef’s outfit, and her fans, customers, and patrons showered her with praise, especially in regards to her decision to remain a street-food vendor. If you find yourself staying at one of many riverside hotels in Bangkok located close to Jay Fai’s, such as Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort, be sure to experience her cooking.

Auburn Silver is a travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world. Google+