Thank you again for the answers below. It is all great news!
I will be arriving in Bangkok late Saturday night and will be staying at the Grand Millennium Hotel. I have a 10:00 AM meeting nearby on Monday and could meet at your office by 4:00 PM if that is acceptable. Please confirm.
Tuesday we will plan to visit the factory with you and do the sample test. If you have a time set, please let me know, otherwise, knowing on Monday will be ok.
We will leave Bangkok in the early evening on Thursday.
We would like to have 40-50 young green jackfruits for the sample test.
The ideal weight of the fruit is 1.25 kilos, but a range of 1 – 1.4 kilos is acceptable.
The jackfruit should be not be peeled or cut.
The other items we will need at the factory for the sample test are:
Strong sharp knives
Cutting board
Coconut oil
Steam jacket kettle or other kettle for boiling water to blanch fruit
Heat and pressure sealing machine for pouches
I wanted to let you know in advance that I am a strict vegetarian (vegan) and do not consume any animal products. I also do not consume alcohol. I look forward to getting to know you & your associates, but did not want to seem ungrateful or rude by passing on items if we have the opportunity to dine together.
Please let me know if you have any other questions/comments/concerns and I look forward to seeing you in Bangkok soon!
Best,
Daniel Staackmann