As you might expect from a market on the edge of a national park, there is a clear emphasis on ‘green’ living. From restaurants to confectionary and even clothes, there has been a clear push to encourage local produce and the efficient use of resources. Khao Yai is one of the few regions in Thailand where vineyards can be found and this fortuity is represented by all manner of grape products – grape juice, sun-dried grapes, grape cake… the list goes on. One handbag and luggage shop, Sida, uses recycled plastic to produce the yarn found in all their products, gourmet chocolatiers use milk from the surrounding dairy farms, and beauty products utilize many of the fruits and vegetables grown nearby. Even Jim Thompson – think silk – has a farm shop in Palio selling produce from its nearby farm and tries to educate everyone on the importance of sustainability.
Along with the bespoke products on offer, there is the same ubiquitous array of souvenirs, ornaments and fisherman pants found at other markets throughout Thailand. Prices are a little higher than say, Chatuchak Market, but are still competitive and everything is clearly priced and labelled. A “Khao Yai” printed T-shirt sells for 180 baht with no opportunity for bargaining.
As you might expect from a market on the edge of a national park, there is a clear emphasis on ‘green’ living. From restaurants to confectionary and even clothes, there has been a clear push to encourage local produce and the efficient use of resources. Khao Yai is one of the few regions in Thailand where vineyards can be found and this fortuity is represented by all manner of grape products – grape juice, sun-dried grapes, grape cake… the list goes on. One handbag and luggage shop, Sida, uses recycled plastic to produce the yarn found in all their products, gourmet chocolatiers use milk from the surrounding dairy farms, and beauty products utilize many of the fruits and vegetables grown nearby. Even Jim Thompson – think silk – has a farm shop in Palio selling produce from its nearby farm and tries to educate everyone on the importance of sustainability.Along with the bespoke products on offer, there is the same ubiquitous array of souvenirs, ornaments and fisherman pants found at other markets throughout Thailand. Prices are a little higher than say, Chatuchak Market, but are still competitive and everything is clearly priced and labelled. A “Khao Yai” printed T-shirt sells for 180 baht with no opportunity for bargaining.
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