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Tastes of Nostalgia: The region’s disappearing recipes

11 Sept 03:58 Key points summarised by AI

Traditional Southeast Asian recipes are rapidly disappearing due to modern challenges like globalization, the rise of fast food, evolving tastes, and the difficulty in sourcing original ingredients, threatening the region's rich culinary identity.
Specific heritage dishes across the region are becoming rare finds; examples include Singapore's lor gai yik and laksa siglap, the Philippines' cabeza de jabali and carne asada, and Thai specialties like nuea khem tom krati and santol curry with frog.
Efforts are being made to preserve these vanishing culinary treasures, with initiatives like Thailand's 'Lost Taste' program, Vietnam's culinary events, and five-star hotels reviving rare menus, all aiming to document and reintroduce these vital links to cultural heritage.

Yesterday 15:20 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul initiated a nationwide crackdown on illegal Thai nominee shareholders in foreign-run businesses and land holdings to safeguard national interests.
The government will integrate efforts across all relevant agencies to target illicit foreign operations, forced sales of illegally acquired property, and high-risk land ownership schemes.
Key strategies include auditing suspect land and building holdings, establishing a long-term monitoring system, and cross-referencing data from various authorities to trace ultimate beneficial owners.
Prime Minister Anutin emphasized that no influential figures or corrupt officials are above the law, promising straightforward prosecution, asset seizures, and protection for enforcing officers.
Beyond land ownership, the integrated crackdown will also extend to tackle transnational crimes, including drug and human trafficking.