The government of Thailand hopes to have its signature spicy shrimp soup, or tom yum kung, recognized as a cultural heritage item by UNESCO.
The government of Thailand hopes to have its signature spicy shrimp soup, or tom yum kung, recognized as a cultural heritage item by UNESCO. To that end, preparations are underway to launch public hearings to gather opinions and share related information, with an eye to submitting a formal application to UNESCO. The scrumptious spicy soup is a staple in the so-called "Land of Smiles" and relies on traditional recipes that have been passed down for generations.