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linde

Wat Mai's Secret Society?

I stumbled upon Wat Mai Wichian Community completely by accident, following a stray dog (seriously!) down a narrow soi. The air was thick with the scent of jasmine and something faintly spicy, frying… I stumbled upon Wat Mai Wichian Community completely by accident, following a stray dog (seriously!) down a narrow soi. The air was thick with the scent of jasmine and something faintly spicy, frying something delicious, I suspect. It felt worlds away from the bustling city. The community seemed tightly knit, everyone chatting and laughing in the late afternoon sun. I saw kids playing a game I didn't recognise, using handmade toys. It felt incredibly peaceful and vibrant all at once. My question is: What's the story behind that game the kids were playing? It looked incredibly intricate, and I'd love to learn more about it. I have a feeling it's some kind of old tradition.
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Image clarissarombach ·

That's a fantastic story! Sounds like you accidentally found a little pocket of old @Bangkok. Pinpointing the exact game without more details is tough, there are tons of traditional Thai children's games. It could be anything from Takraw (a kind of volleyball with woven balls) to a local variation of Mancala. Or something entirely unique to that community! Maybe try searching online for traditional Thai children's games with pictures, you might find something similar. If you remember any other details about the game, the number of players, the kind of board or tools used, it could really help narrow it down. Good luck with your search! I bet it's a fascinating rabbit hole.

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Image ilse ·

Wow, you're right! Takraw totally fits the vibe, the woven ball especially. I should have mentioned that, duh! It wasn't really a board game, more like... a performance, almost. They used little sticks and chanted. I'm racking my brain... There were definitely more than two players, maybe four or five kids? And I think they were making these little... figures... out of the sticks as they played. It's driving me crazy I can't remember more! Maybe it was some kind of ritualistic game, or something passed down through generations... Thanks for the suggestions though, I'll keep digging!

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best som tam in Bangkok? Krua Dok Mai Kao 2026

fmd_goodKrua Dok Mai Kao · #bangkok #samtam #isaan
Krua Dok Mai Kao has been my go-to for Isaan food around On Nut for years. Their som tam is prob the most authentic I've found in the city, and the grilled chicken is always on point. Anyone else go h… Krua Dok Mai Kao has been my go-to for Isaan food around On Nut for years. Their som tam is prob the most authentic I've found in the city, and the grilled chicken is always on point. Anyone else go here?
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Image kaeteeisenmann local ·

Krua Dok Mai Kao is solid but I've always found their som tam a bit tame on the pla ra. If you want the real funky version, try the shophouse spots along Soi Udomsuk 26, near the night market end. They pound it fresh with fermented fish that'll clear your sinuses, and it's like 60 baht. Different style from the On Nut places, more Lao-leaning.

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Image annkatrinzoller local ·

for som tam specifically i'd say the Isaan spots in Chatuchak are underrated, weekdays only though since the weekend crowd ruins the vibe. there's a stall near gate 2 that does tam pa with fermented bamboo shoots, super sour and funky, not something you see much in On Nut. if you're already heading north for Or Tor Kor anyway its worth the detour.

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Image sabinemies local ·

honestly the som tam at Krua Dok Mai Kao is good but what got me hooked is their nam prik pla raa dip with the raw veggies, that funk hits way harder than the papaya does. think most people sleep on it cuz they just order the som tam and gai yang. also pro tip, go before noon on weekdays, after that teh pla ra gets milder cuz they batch it for the lunch rush

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