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A FEAST of flavours and traditions from the Land of Smiles awaits visitors at the Thai Food, Fruits and Cultural Festival 2010 at Fort Cornwallis on Aug 7 and 8.

Jointly organised by the Penang Government and the Royal Thai Consulate-General of Penang, the two-day event from 9am to 11pm daily, will feature lots of Thai musical and dance performances as well as its most popular cuisine and produce.

“Thai food is one of the most famous cuisines in the world, enjoyed by both locals and foreigners. There will be almost 40 traders taking part,” state Tourism Development and Culture Committee chairman Danny Law Heng Kiang told a press conference here on Wednesday.

According to Thai Consul-General Voradet Viravakin, there will also be a Muay Thai demonstration by USM students, in addition to cultural showcases by students of Thaksin University in Thailand.

“These themed performances will be interesting and entertaining. The lights and sounds are very lively.

“There will also be an emcee to guide the audience along in both Thai and English,” Viravakin said, adding that the performers would comprise both professionals and amateurs.

He also praised the local government for their continued support in enhancing bilateral relations, saying that the best way to strengthen ties between the two nations was through people to people contact.

“Moreover, tourism has changed. Visitors don’t just come to one destination alone, as most prefer to visit a cluster of a few places at once.

“Tourists who visit Southern Thailand will want to visit Penang and vice versa. It’s a win-win situation and both countries benefit,” Viravakin added.

Local Thai traders interested in taking part in the event can call Law’s office at 04-2619012 or 016-4110000, or the consulate at 04-2268029 and 04-2269484. Entrance to the event is free.

-News courtesy of The Star-