Thailand has launched a national curry rice championship to crown the country’s top chefs and promote Khao Gaeng as a global symbol of Thai culinary culture. Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool said the campaign was part of broader efforts to elevate Thai curry rice internationally. Several Khao Gaeng restaurants in Thailand are even listed in the Michelin Guide, underlining its international appeal. “This competition will help put Thai curry rice on the global stage and promote it as an iconic Thai dish, while also instilling pride in Thai food culture.”The championship will run from October 17 to 19 at the Phenix Building in Pratunam, featuring around 30 restaurants ranging from street vendors to fine dining establishments. Five signature dishes will be highlighted: Khai Phalo (braised eggs), Gaeng Kha Kai (chicken coconut curry), Gaeng Khiao Wan Kai (green chicken curry), Panang Neua (beef Panang curry), and Pad Nam Prik Pla Too (stir-fried mackerel with chilli paste), according to The Nation.