Reporters: Dr. Wichulada Thavaroj, Ms. Panyaras Luekhajon, Asst. Prof. Rungtip Wuttanaworakit, Asst. Prof. Noppadon Podkumnerd, Asst. Prof. Jasada Romyen ,Mr. Jessada Montralak
Evidence Date: 12 December 2024
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On 12 December 2024, Songkhla Province hosted the Songkhla Gastronomy Champion 2024, a provincial gastronomy event that promoted the use of local and sustainable ingredients. The event was officially opened by Mr. Jirawat Maneechot, Deputy Governor of Songkhla, on behalf of the Governor. It brought together government agencies, tourism organizations, chefs from across the country, hotel associations, and culinary students to celebrate the region’s rich food culture.
The event showcased Songkhla’s unique local ingredients, including Geographical Indication (GI) products:
- GI-certified: Pla Kittang (marine fish), Pla Milang (local fish), Saea Yoi seaweed, Kai Krob (salted preserved egg yolks), Ma Muang Bao Songkhla (local mango)
- Other key local products: Pla Kapong Sam Nam (three-water seabass), river prawns from Ban Koh Yai
These ingredients reflect the province’s abundant coastal and agricultural resources, supporting the Farm-to-Table approach and sustainable local food systems.
One of the highlights of the event was a culinary competition for students and professionals. Students from the Food and Nutrition Program of the Faculty of Liberal Arts, Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya, participated using local Songkhla ingredients including seabass, Kai Krob, and Saea Yoi seaweed to create their signature dishes “Mosaic Seabass with Thai Essence” and “Refreshing Songkhla.”
Their creative use of sustainable, local ingredients earned them Second Prize in the competition. This event demonstrated strong commitment to sustainable food sourcing, highlighting Songkhla’s agricultural identity, encouraging collaboration between chefs, producers, and students, and promoting the province as a future gastronomy tourism destination.
The Songkhla Gastronomy Champion 2024 event is a clear example of sustainable food purchasing and local sourcing practices. By using GI-certified and local ingredients in culinary competitions and gastronomy showcases, the event supports local farmers, preserves cultural heritage, and advances Songkhla toward becoming a global gastronomy destination.
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