Lose yourself amongst the ambient and aromatic hubbub of food stalls this July, as The Thai Festival goes indoors and comes to The Hove Centre, Brighton, bringing an authentic taste of South East Asian finery in association with Thai Festival Organisation (TFO).

Permeate your sense of adventure within the steam, smoke and scents as you experience time-honoured as well as modern fusion Thai cuisine cooked before you with all the energy and spontaneity of a bustling street market!

Stalls will be hosted by restaurant members of TFO, whose head chefs will be creating dishes inspired by years of commitment to only the very best recipes and freshest of ingredients. Showcasing over 45 unique dishes from 4 different regions of Thailand, you can enjoy classic favourites such as Pad Thai and Green Curry cooked with authentic skill to delicious perfection, or try something new and feed your adventurous streak with recipes such as Moo Ping (Grilled Pork) and Gaeng Masaman! (This Thai-style Massaman curry with potatoes, peanuts and a creamy coconut sauce is less spicy than the more familiar green or red Thai curries).

Bringing together dishes from culinary landmarks in Northern Chiang Mai right down to the picturesque coastal south of Phuket, the Thai food Festival brings the best to Brighton, taking you on a gastronomic tour of the Kingdom of Thailand.

With Thai craft stalls inside, as well as Thai classical music and Thai Boxing and Martial Arts demonstration), take the time to discover the heart of Thailand’s ancient culture and history. Moreover, the festival promises to entertain the whole family, with ornate fruit and vegetable carving, as well as face painting for younger enthusiasts. There will also be a bar area to grab a refreshing Singha Beer or glass of wine from Monsoon Valley Thai Wines.

If it’s a bit of relaxation you’re after, what better than to forget the stresses of daily life and treat yourself to a thorough Thai shoulder and foot massage with one of our traditionally trained specialists.

Thailand is world renowned for its delicate craftsmanship silks, and sophisticated artistry, so come down to the Thai Festival Brighton and experience Thailand for yourselves.

To view a picture gallery from previous Thai festivals please click here.

THE PROGRAMME

11:00 hrs - Doors Open.

12:00 hrs - Parade by Thai Art & Culture Centre (TACC), Thai Music Circle (TMC) and Lumpini MuayThai is the No.1 Thai Boxing club (www.crawleythaiboxing.co.uk) in West Sussex performers to Hove Centre.

12:30 hrs - Opening Ceremony by The President of TFO, Nikie Chumai and VIP guests, follow by the Thai National Anthem follow by 1st Thai dance by Thai Art & Culture Centre (TACC).

13:00 hrs - Thai Classical Music (TMC).

13:20 hrs - 2nd Thai Dance by TACC.

13:30 hrs - 1st Thai Boxing and Martial Art Demonstrations from Lumpini MuayThai Club .

14:00 hrs - 3rd Thai Dance By TACC.

14:10 hrs - Thai Folk Singers by Lady Da Da/Mrs. Earnshaw and Mr. Anan Punmanee.

14:30 hrs - 4th Thai Dance by TACC.

14:40 hrs - 2nd Thai Classical Music by TMC.

15:00 hrs - 2nd Boxing and Martial Arts Demonstration from Lumpini MuayThai Club.

15:30 hrs - 5th Thai Dance by TACC.

15:40 hrs - Thai Folk Singers by Lady Da Da/Mrs. Earnshaw and Mr. Anan Punmanee.

16:00 hrs - 3rd Thai Classical by TMC.

16:20 hrs - 6th Thai Dance by TACC and dance with the audiences (Rum Wong).

16:40 hrs - Thai Folk Singers by Lady Da Da/Mrs. Earnshaw and Mr. Anan Punmanee.

17:00 hrs - Free Prize Draw.

17:15 hrs - Special Thanks from The Vice-President of TFO, Bee Constable and The Chairman, Mr. John Wild.

17:30 hrs - Rum Wong (Thai Dancing With Audiences).

17:45 hrs - Closing Ceremony with Thai Royal Anthem.

18:00 hrs - Doors Close and See you again at our next TFO event on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th August 2010 The Thai Festival Kent (Danson Park) – Thai Food and Fun Fair Festival.

(PLEASE NOTE: Programme and time might vary according the circumstances)