Lady Plean and Jao phrayaa Passakornrawong
Lady Plean Passakornrawong's Culinary Collection (1908)

Maae Khruaa Huaa Bpaa (แม่ครัวหัวป่าก์)

A Cornerstone of Thai Culinary Heritage

In 1908, during the reign of King Rama V, Lady Plean Passakornrawong (ท่านผู้หญิงเปลี่ยน ภาสกรวงศ์) created what would become one of the most significant documentations of Siamese culinary arts. Her manuscript, Maae Khruaa Huaa Bpaa (MKHP), stands as the first comprehensive recording of late-19th century Siamese cuisine, capturing both royal court traditions and common household recipes.

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I’m delighted to present these translations through our AI service, Jasmine from Flair and Spirit (ThaiFoodAi). I’ve trained this specialized AI system on my extensive collection of Thai culinary knowledge, including recipe collections, lectures, and writings. The service is designed to illuminate the depth and beauty of these historical recipes while maintaining their authentic voice.

Each translation adheres to our MKHP_as_is principles, ensuring Lady Plean’s original expressions remain intact. I personally examine every document processed through the service before publication, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy and cultural authenticity are maintained.

Through this combination of AI assistance and human expertise, we’re able to make these invaluable historical recipes accessible while preserving their original spirit and cultural significance. This project represents my commitment to protecting and sharing Thailand’s rich culinary heritage with the world.

Archives:
003-2-01-09 Comparative Measurement Guide (อัตราเทียบชั่งตวงด้วยภาชนะ; at raa thiiap chang dtuaang duay phaat na)
Thai Culinary Weight and Volume Conversion System
003-2-01-08 Weighing and measuring instruments (เครื่องชั่งวัดตวง)
Weighing and Measuring Instruments for Thai Cooking
003-2-01-07 Observations on Food and Eating (ความสังเกตเรื่องอาหารการกิน)
Food Nourishes Our Lives Like Fuel Sustains Fire—Nothing In Human Existence Surpasses This Universal Need For Sustenance.
003-2-01-06 Royal Cuisine - Elaborate Multi-Course Royal Thai Samrub (เครื่องเจ้านาย; khreuuang jao naai)
Elaborate Multi-Course Royal Thai Samrub
003-2-01-05 Teacher Appreciation Samrub Set (สำรับครู; sam rap khruu)
Ceremonial Pork Head with Dessert Assortment and Symbolic Offerings
003-2-01-04 Noodle Ritual for House Spirits (ของเส้นผีเย่าท้าวเรือน; khaawng sen phee yao thaao reuuan)
Steamed Fish, Boiled Chicken, and Rice Noodles in Ceremonial Offering
003-2-01-03 Ritual Offering Set for Deities (เครื่องสังเวยเทวดา; khreuuang sang weeuy thaayo daa)
Pig Head, Whole Chicken, and Auspicious Dishes with Incense Ceremony
003-2-01-02 Auspicious Ritual Food Offerings for Spirit House (เครื่องกระยาบวชพระภูมิ์; khreuuang gra yaa buaat phra phuum)
A Ceremonial Samrub of Tom Yum Fish, Chili Jam, Bananas, and Seven Sweet Desserts
003-2-01-01 Samrub for Offering Food to Monks (สำรับเลี้ยงพระ; sam rap liiang phra)
Elaborate Buddhist Feast Featuring Diverse Thai Dishes including Roasted pork, Curries, Soups, and Colorful Desserts
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