Exploring the World of Thai Cuisine: A Gastronomic Adventure
Thai food is known for bold and robust flavors; a balance of sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and spice, Thai food is a culinary experience like no other. We at 26 Thai bring a gastronomic journey to Atlanta, diving deep into the vibrant and diverse nuances of Thai cuisine.
The Heart of Thai Cuisine
Thai food at its core is culinary balance. Each dish is intentionally crafted to achieve a harmony in flavors and textures, creating a sensory delight for the palate. Whether it’s the fiery heat of Thai chili, the tanginess of lime juice, or the creaminess of coconut milk, each ingredient plays an integral role in achieving balance in the dish.
In addition to the balance of flavors, Thai cuisine sets itself apart with the use of fresh
herbs and spices.
Aromatic herbs like lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves infuse dishes with their distinct aroma, while spices like coriander, cumin, and turmeric add depth and complexity to the flavor profile.
Signature Dishes
To understand Thai food is to know and love iconic dishes. Most iconic and eponymous of Thai food would be Pad Thai. Pad in Thai means sauté, and so this dish means “Sauteéd Thai”. According to legend, one of the kings of Thailand held a competition to select a dish that would represent Thailand to the world, and this dish was born.
Combining ingredients indicative of Thai food, lime, tamarind, bean sprout, palm sugar, green onion, fish sauce, and peanuts, with rice noodles and traditionally paired with shrimp and tofu, Pad Thai combines a bounty of flavors to create a balanced noodle dish.
Thailand is a vibrant country full of robust flavors and varying dishes. It’s no surprise
why so many Thai dishes are cult favorites. With so many dishes to explore, we’re
excited to bring our points of view to Thai cuisine at 26 Thai Kitchen and Bar!
