Serve alongside corn tortilla chips..
It's a tricky situation because fostering a sense of false authenticity can be good for business, but at the same time it can hold back Thai cuisine.Thailand has benefited from people wanting to have a "typical" Thai experience, but that can be a double-edged sword.
I’ve always found this to be a trap – but a trap that generates income.By turning their food into a commodity for economic survival, my family has been pushed to compromise their personal tastes and values in order to cater to the preferences of customers, rather than being able to serve the dishes they truly love and hold dear..The presentation of contemporary Thai food in America, has been carefully crafted to be consumed and appreciated globally, as many parties have a stake in the global branding of Thai cuisine.
In order to sell a performance of authentic Thai culture, the serving of Thai food is often accompanied by inaccurate decorations, such as Thai art, depictions of Buddha, and food served in traditional containers like wooden bowls or banana leaves to create a more “Thai” atmosphere..The cultural materialization of Thai food, with its emphasis on specific details and elegant presentation, allows consumers to “feel” immersed in Thai culture while eating Thai dishes.
However, this replicated decor is not always an accurate representation of Thai culture and many non-Thai diners may even regard their absence as “inauthentic.”.
The Act of Kindness.In a large bowl, blend the mayonnaise with the celery, green pepper, onion, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, hot sauce and cayenne.
Fold in the crab and season with salt and pepper.Refrigerate for 1 hour..
In a food processor, pulse the bread until fine crumbs form.Spread the breadcrumbs on a rimmed baking sheet and toast for about 8 minutes, until crisp..