The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has launched a new and free smartphone application featuring Bangkok restaurants to boost tourism.
Norachit Singhasenee, permanent secretary for foreign affairs, said at the launch of the “Street Food Bangkok” application on Monday that his ministry worked with the Thailand Foundation, the Tourism Authority of Thailand and the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration to create the app.
It showcases 120 Bangkok shops and stalls in Thai and English. They serve 25 types of dishes that are locally well-known, easily available and importantly delicious.
The application is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and features menus and GPS locations of recommended restaurants and food stalls.
The application works together with Google Maps to navigate users to the street food sellers. Foreign visitors can show the Thai content of the application to taxi drivers to reach desired destinations.
Eateries in tourist destinations such as Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai will be added in the future, Mr Norachit said.