Central Thailand, is the home of the famous floating river market west of Bangkok. Many great rivers converge in this delta, making it a fertile plain for rice growing.
In the Central Plains region, food is mainly hot, salty, sweet and sour. Steamed jasmine rice is served with different types of nam prik (chili dipping sauces) and soups. Tom yum goong (shrimp soup with lemon grass) is a favorite dish. Prepared dishes usually contain many condiments and dried spices.