Secret Thai Recipies (First finding a list.)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Thai_dishes

I love Thai food.  So the first thing on my list of all great things here in Thailand MUST be its food.  I have looked around and find that Wiki had a pretty extensive list. Come on, name me one Thai dish that you don't enjoy?  (Actually, I am sure I can name a few.)  But what is the real secret of food they make here? Why is it that when i put that Pad Thai in my mouth, I seem to crave only more?  Its not just the spices that you put in. Its the blend of flavors.  In almost all thai dishes there is a blend of sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and spice.  Over the next few day I will focus on the elements in the Thai food. 

First off, let me make it very clear about something.  Its called "fishsauce". Westerners hate it. It stinks. I don't blame you. I tea spoon if that stuff would make anyones stomach hurl.  Now, try taking a equal portion of fish sauce, sugar, lime, and/or maybe some peppers. Now its quite palatable.   This is the basics or i dare say the foundations of your favorite Thai dish.

I love thailand.

There are so many other places in the world that I can be. But I have chosen to not only stay here but to be here. As a child my parents moved from place to place, causing a difficult childhood.  I have never lived anywhere longer than 2 years before the age of 23. (Correction, I lived I Hong Kong for 3 years.)  Thailand is my home. My looks alone blend me right in.  I love the crazy wild west feelings I get when I go downtown. I love the food. I love the colorful people.   Don't get me wrong. This place does have some huge flaws.  But with the right attitude, wit, and charm, you can get away with almost anything. :)