🇹🇭 First Day on KOH SAMUI! 🇹🇭 Can I Find Authentic Local Thai Food?

[@stephenfox964]

I was excited to see Ying at the beginning of this video. I really miss seeing her on YT. I hope we see more of her with you.

[@theroamingcook]

Big one with Ying coming Saturday 🙏

[@mariettathornton5924]

You totally have taken food vlogs to the “Next Level” Gary! Love your channel…everything you’ve eaten looks yummy & mouth watering! Thanks for sharing another awesome video 😊

[@theroamingcook]

Thanks so much for the support Marietta 😃

[@HYTELES]

Kanom Jeen was my favorite dish ever in Thailand! You can't get it outside of the country and I have been missing it since I left in September of 2013. You have some interesting greens there I have never tried.

[@theroamingcook]

It’s such a great dish

[@WushuTaz]

Hey Gary, I still haven't left Samui. 😅 Loving this island! I haven't been to Na Mueang yet but will have to try it now after seeing this video. If I may give a couple recommendations although not very "local" location the food is pretty good, E-Saan Krok Mai (I eat there practically every day), Father of Noodles and The Fish Restaurant. As you may know there are a lot of luxury resorts in Koh Samui. One I've really enjoyed was Conrad Samui in Taling Ngam close to Ying's Cooking School which has a few restaurants within the resort. Can't wait to see more Samui videos!

[@theroamingcook]

Haha great to hear it Brian, glad you’re enjoying it! Can’t beat a good isan!

[@susangodsell26]

Great video Gary, we love to find these types of local restaurants in Thailand and we are coming to Samui in October for the first time. Travelling from Australia and can’t wait. Love your channel, thanks.

[@theroamingcook]

Thanks so much Susan

[@bernadettemorgan7437]

Welcome to Koh Samui ❤️ well there’s some new places to go too , looked absolutely delicious . Don’t forget to try the Sunday roast in Lamai located on Soi Had Lamai 1 . If you go to Outback bar it is the soi directly front of outback . the restaurant is on right hand side of that soi ❤️ hope you get a chance to get there ❤️

[@theroamingcook]

It’ll have to wait until the next trip now 😭😭

[@kittenastrophy5951]

Phad Mee in Surat thani uses "Sen Lek" but in central region we use "Sen Mee". To me, it's like Phad thai with coconut milk.

[@theroamingcook]

That’s a good comparison 👌

[@dueyduey1611]

You are a guidebook for both thais and foreigners. Nice work Mr.Gary

[@theroamingcook]

This makes me happy!

[@wishlist_12wishlist55]

Great video on local food on Samui, makes me want to go there right away!

[@theroamingcook]

Thanks so much. I’m glad you enjoyed this 😃

[@wishlist_12wishlist55]

@@theroamingcook 🤩😎😊

[@jonfranklin4583]

Thanks Gary for this look into the quiet side of Samui. I first travelled to Thailand in 1997 and spent ten days on Samui, loved it! From the looks of it, things have changed quite a bit but was so glad you found a bit of old Samui to enjoy. Things were pretty jumping on Chaweng when I was there but Lamai and Bo Phut were really chill and the rest of the Island was fairly undeveloped then. One of my favorite food stories was my ex and I were cruising along from Chaweng towards the SW side of the Island and ran across a little roadside restaurant and we pulled in for lunch. Great view overlooking the Gulf of Thailand on the East side of the the Island, we got a cold Chang and ordered some food, I got the spicy Squid salad, just barely cooked squid rings and tentacles, tomatoes, onion, spring onions and a dressing of fish sauce, chilies, sugar and lime juice tossed quickly after the squid was cooked and served strait away. I fell in love with this dish and every time I go back to Thailand I seek it out. Thanks for your tour of Samui, I'm going to have to make some of that up soon and thanks for the tips for the next time I end up there!

[@yingsthaicookinghome2839]

Beautiful, Gary! Thank you for those great impressions of my hometown 💖

[@theroamingcook]

Thank you for the lovely recommendation Ying

[@wycheee]

Nice to see you in Samui mate. It looks a nice place nice and local, we drove through it when we went to help out with Samui Street Dogs.

[@theroamingcook]

Yeah I saw that on the last day. Wish I’d gone

[@pannachawangkul585]

Pig knuckles soup looks hearty, Gary. I caught the last few minutes of your live today. Woke up late. Now watching after the live while getting ready for work. Catch you next time.

[@theroamingcook]

I hope you had a great day at work Panna 🙏

[@terryoleary5424]

Great vlog Gary, yep real Thailand is best. And thank you so much for taking the time to give me the restaurant recommendations in bkk . Greatly appreciated . Thanks mate

[@theroamingcook]

Cheers Terry mate, thanks for watching

[@elleyhappy8190]

3:17 Kanom-Jeen- Num-Ya-Kra-Ti of Thai southen is vvy my favorite menu If you squeeze a lemon, the taste is very umami and is eaten with boiled eggs, it will fit perfectly.😋😋😋

[@streetfoodmagic2024]

Nice vid Gary. Love how you're jumping around outside of Bangkok just for our viewing pleasure. Cant wait to get to Koh Samui soon and try these spots and also give Ying's Cooking School a try! P.S your Rate Punk advert looks like it may indeed save me some money. More to buy you a beer (or 3) with one day mate! Cant wait to see your next vid with hopefully a few more Samui local spots!

[@theroamingcook]

Thanks mate, I’ll be doing some more travel soon. I’m glad to hear the app is working for you 😀

[@TheSamuiman]

Kanom Jeen with all the trimmings, the curry sauce and fried fish (Pla Tu) - my absolute favorite!

[@theroamingcook]

Sounds great!

[@NickyDunn]

Hiya Gary. You always make my mouth water and feel hungry. Love your videos. My firstborn son and wife-to-be will be honeymooning next year in Koh Samui. Great video. Liked and shared. Happy Thursday.

[@theroamingcook]

Send them my way, I make sure they eat well Nicky!

[@NickyDunn]

@@theroamingcook Thank you

[@panyachunnanonda6274]

I love these menu in this VDO clip.

[@theroamingcook]

So good

[@SoulfullyMyself]

I agree, I spent 3 months in Maret and I loved the feeling of being in a village rather than a tourist destination. Those wooden houses are so interesting!

[@theroamingcook]

Yeah I’m with you!

[@rhiannoncoffin7358]

Great video Gary! All of the food looks amazing 👏 😋

[@theroamingcook]

Thanks so much Rhiannon

[@suanchim4147]

There are many variations of bak Kut teh in Singapore and Malaysia. The Teochew version has a peppery broth, there is a robust herbal version in Kuala Lumpur and there is the Klang version (which can include ingredients such as enoki mushrooms, trotters and tail), similar to what you ordered in Koh Samui. Give them a try when you have the chance. Same same but different.

[@theroamingcook]

I can’t wait to get over and try the real deal!

[@baggins1974]

Before you finished the sentence I knew you was going to ay, "a bit too sweet for me, but...' I'd like to try that one, I liked the description.

[@theroamingcook]

Hahahah, I should get it on a T-shirt

[@asiandetective4998]

Maret is the Thambon, you were in the village of Ban Hua Thanon. I know Chao ‘Mui there for 40 years.

[@theroamingcook]

Absolutely correct

[@elena-vo4wb]

I remember a friend who lives in Thailand said Samui is like Bali( meaning its soo westernised and touristy, though beautiful) and Krabi ( my favorite) is quintessential Thailand. Totally see it through your eyes. P.S. I would go to so many other parts of Thailand before Samui

[@theroamingcook]

The east coast for sure but the West coast is perfect for us. Krabi is pretty touristy too to be honest, especially Railay and Ao Nang.

[@elena-vo4wb]

True, but ,honestly Krabi has locals at least, local foods, places, where at Samui its not easy to find a place owned by Thai ..​@@theroamingcook

[@SwissSimon]

I was on Koh Samui but never in this Village. But next time i have to go there. Thanks for the Tip! The Video was like always top! 🙏🌶️🔥

[@theroamingcook]

I think you’d like it Simon!

[@dalem6597]

Looks awesome Gary!! One of my favourite dishes 😀

[@theroamingcook]

So good mate

[@dalem6597]

@@theroamingcook how you looking atm to get to Auttatya Gary? 😀

[@dalem6597]

Sorry just saw your message

[@thtan5324]

13:22 Not pork knuckle but pig’s tail. Love it

[@theroamingcook]

Yes correct, I realised maybe I was wrong when I was editing! 🤦‍♂️😅 Thanks for clearing it up 😀🙏

[@tuffynor]

Hi Gary i recommend you vist Duen's food and happiness restaurant down in lamai on walking street. Next to the fitness gym. Everything is cooked with passion. Please try it you will like her food.

[@theroamingcook]

Next time for sure

[@brucewayne2773]

Thought you were not going to accept any sponsorship on your show? Koh Samui is one of my first choices to stay if I am in Thailand

[@theroamingcook]

I said I’d keep sponsorships to a minimum and only except ones that I’d use myself and my wife is using this comparison site nonstop 🙏 if it wasn’t for you and everyone’s generosity, I’d have to put them in every video

[@brucewayne2773]

@@theroamingcook Understood mate, I am just watching out for you. I don't mind sponsorships. I appreciate you sharing Ratepunk. I will be sure to use them in the future. Love you mate👍

[@GuyTrouillard]

@@theroamingcook tried Ratepunk and it is worth the sponsorship, great extension that really can save you some money ;-)

[@jamies6534]

Nice one Gaz. Good to see Samui coming back. 👌

[@theroamingcook]

Absolutely mate

[@lindabuck2777]

Hey Gary, I keep missing your lives gah 😩 lol at least have the replays! The broth of the pig knuckles looked hearty, but the curry was up my alley! Can you get coffee withought sweet just milk or cream? And the teas were chai? So you’re also saying the Thai basil has a stronger flavor? Now I have to find a local Asian market and learn a few dishes! I’m with you about the beach, I don’t require perfection, nice when you get it, and ‘local’ is where I want to go too. Happy eats see you on the next one thank you!🙏🏻❤️

[@theroamingcook]

No worries at all Linda, I’ll try and put them on at different times!

[@David-le7jy]

Never been a massive fan of Koh Samui. Any pro tips for a quiet, less touristy place to stay would be good to know for next time. The Dim Sum place looked like my kind of joint. Cheers!

[@theroamingcook]

I really liked Mae Rim. We got a villa and just drove up and down the coast. A car is a must for me

[@thomaslouis802]

The Dim Sum place looked amazing, pinned it to my home screen and will visit when there in 29wks... not that i am counting....lol Great video as always. T Aberdeen

[@theroamingcook]

I wouldn’t go there for the dim sum but the soup was epic. The khao moo daeng there comes highly recommended

[@DickieThailand]

We are on Samui. Maybe catch up for a beer or 7. 🙏

[@theroamingcook]

I didn’t even think mate 😭 we’re back in Bangers now! We’ll be back soon though for sure now Bangkok Air have dropped their prices

[@cholachethtepravipard7826]

One of the best!! Food

[@theroamingcook]

For sure

[@5thPlatoon]

Wow, feel a bit sorry for the Pad Mee Samui...got a "too sweet for me" and a "Helen would love this" - that's a proper Roaming Cook carpet bombing right there 🤣 Great looking area and top quality reviews as always, duchess 👍

[@theroamingcook]

Hahahaha double whammy!

[@Padet777]

Gary, I and family will be in Koh Samui August 20-24,and would like to meet you .

[@theroamingcook]

I’m already in Bangkok, sorry! Have a great trip though

[@Padet777]

Thanks , love your u tube learned a lot from

[@Shadowleecher]

Great video, quality was great as well. We decided not to visit Koh Samui, couldn't convince the wife. You staying there for a while now? Oh and I cant get the plugin to work

[@theroamingcook]

It’s not for everyone! We’re back on the grind in Bangkok now 😭

[@TheDonlum]

I always find Agoda to be the cheapest whenever I book hotels

[@theroamingcook]

Yeah we use Agoda 99 percent of the time too.

[@roger-shaneee7724]

It's Bak Kut Teh (肉骨茶 - directly translated as meat bone tea but officially known as Pork Bone tea). Very well-known in Malaysia. Singapore stole it from us and made a clear broth without adding the Chinese dry herbs (熟地 - shu di - Foxglove root) or even dark soy. In Malaysia, we even have the dry version of Bak Kut Teh. If you would like to discover more best you visit Malaysia & avoid the touristy cliché area like Jalan Alor.

[@theroamingcook]

Thanks for the info, I can’t wait to get over and try it for myself!

[@drewcorry5056]

Very yummy. Made me hungry again

[@theroamingcook]

Then my job is done mate!

[@kevwandless]

Gary, ratepunk uploaded onto my android tablet (on chrome) no pop up.. myself I'm a techo dinosaur 555

[@theroamingcook]

Let me look into it, I'm a t-rex myself mate

[@narougdetyodthongdee3420]

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[@theroamingcook]

ขอบคุณมากครับ

[@francisinghels9765]

Recommendations for Samui; use logic sense and see where the local going to eat!!! Otherwise see blogs from so many expat as much a locals ! Markets are a plus for authentic savours.

[@theroamingcook]

100 percent Francis

[@adamswinford407]

Maret is the area..you were in hua thanon

[@theroamingcook]

Yes correct. I wrote that in the description

[@karelltulod3079]

I love to live in Thailand one day

[@theroamingcook]

I hope you can 🙏

[@maybelline_79]

Hi Gary, in one of your live stream done a couple weeks you had a Pad Thai that was one of your favorites. What was the name of that restaurant and the district? I cannot find it on your channel.

[@theroamingcook]

Hey Mabel. It’s here Auntieเล็ก คลองบางหลวง 083 006 7645 goo.gl/maps/PQZwWmnjxG6568up6 but they don’t have it everyday. I’ll find out what days it’s on

[@mabellarrivee8913]

@@theroamingcook Thank you. Will add it to my list to eat next month! :)

[@RolandPer]

Bak Ku Teh dark soup is Malaysia Klang Valley style

[@theroamingcook]

I need to try the real thing

[@RolandPer]

@@theroamingcook the one on your video looks authentic... similar herbal taste with spices.

[@Plamukaroy]

Kanom Jeen I also like to eat that and often, one of my favorite is kanom jeen namya .. yes I don't like to eat my noodles too sweet .. my wife also eats everything too sweet .. the dumplings look good.

[@theroamingcook]

I think we have the same taste for sure

[@Plamukaroy]

@@theroamingcook maybe one day we will go eat together.

[@jasonboody]

The bakuteh seems close to the Malaysian version as the singaporean is usually clearer and more peppery. And yes a lot of places in malaysia serves their tea pretty sweet. Do let me know if you ever drop by malaysia, wouldn't mind sharing some of my fave spots with you

[@theroamingcook]

I’ll be there soon so any recommendations would be much appreciated 🙏

[@jasonboody]

@@theroamingcook for Bakuteh my personal fave is Mo Sang Kor in Klang, just outside of KL. "BEST" Bakuteh is a hotly debatable subject for ppl who live in Kuala Lumpur. As for Malay/indian-muslim style tea, many places in KL serves a good version. Easy to find would be Pelita or Kayu as they Have plenty of outlets. Looking forward to seeing you here!

[@jiraarin1744]

Koh Samui has 2 sides that completely different from each other. One is for tourist and another one is for local, some Thai workers and Burmese.

[@theroamingcook]

Yes for sure. Which side do you like?

[@mikewhocheeseharry5292]

The red curry and the traditional green curry fish is had in the video?

[@KeithFujiyoshi]

Check out Silver Spoon at Crystal Bay for Thai-Italian restaurant! They serve amazing cuisines!

[@theroamingcook]

Next time for sure!

[@Littleboy31742]

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[@theroamingcook]

ขอบคุณครับผ มมชอบมากครับ 🇹🇭 ♥️

[@bernardrobinson6217]

Hi Gary! which accomodation have you chosen this time? Any recommendations in Lamai area?

[@theroamingcook]

We stayed in a villa in Mae Nam for the most part Bernard which was great. I’m not very familiar with accommodation in Lamai. But definitely check out Shade 082 363 9546 goo.gl/maps/sYxRYtUBjJUirBus6 if you like coffee

[@HeatherLewis213]

Interesting, the phad mee looked like spicy dan dan noodles, but it ended up being sweet and garlicky.

[@theroamingcook]

I love Dan Dan!

[@carolinef8778]

It did seem there was more boarded up places than open. Presume that was just the area? It did look a bit abandoned mind.

[@theroamingcook]

Just the time of day I think Caroline. Very local spot

[@mahatevalai]

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[@theroamingcook]

ผมชอบอาหารจานนี้มากครับ

[@jjwr99]

You make me hungry!

[@theroamingcook]

Then my job is done Joe!

[@suayhughes8103]

Yummy 🤤 Gary

[@theroamingcook]

😀😀😀

[@katherinewatmough9169]

Hi Gary, Just looked at google maps and it says Orathai Seafood Wanglang is permanently closed! Can you confirm this?

[@theroamingcook]

No it’s 100 percent open Katherine. I’ll change that now!

[@theroamingcook]

There must be two because someone else said they are closed but this doesn’tOrathai Seafood Wanglang 082 865 1000 goo.gl/maps/mJWH1QXaG5cQkAiZ7

[@katherinewatmough9169]

@@theroamingcook fixed my flag 😁

[@Cyberoverdose888]

The Ba Kut Teh thai version looks and presume should taste different from the Singaporean version. The Sing version normally is only made with short ribs, has the spices without the floating mushrooms and vegetables. There are places that would serve you this soup with a syrupy bitter thick sauce in a miniature cup that you take between sips of the broth. Must try as this is a staple pretty much like Laksa. The Hah Gao, Shiumai, looks somewhat commercially made that is bought in quantity and just steamed. Not what a handmade/homemade version. Sorry, just my opinion, I can see why you weren't sold on the flavor. Good efforts in sharing your tastes and flavors!

[@theroamingcook]

Great to know. I can’t wait to get over and try the Singapore version. I think you can tell from my reaction how I get about the Sui Mai haha

[@surasakthongchai4842]

เห็นแล้วอยากกิน

[@theroamingcook]

😀🇹🇭

[@soniaaguilera8970]

Hola Gary, sabes encuentro qué comes sin ganas, no te siento disfrutando la comida😏🙄

[@theroamingcook]

no me gusto el dim sum 😂

[@soniaaguilera8970]

SALUDOS DESDE MI PAÍS CHILE 🇨🇱🌶️😍

[@puggsincyberspace]

Why so bloody late mate, that’s 11pm Australian time. Need to do it 2 hours earlier…

[@theroamingcook]

Or you could move to Perth mate

[@NickyBoy-tq8xn]

If​ you​ have​ a​ chance​ to​ go​ to​ a​ capital​ district​ of​ Suratthani, I​ bet​ you​ will​ enjoy​ varieties of​ food​ on​ the​ main​ land.​ Three​ days​ will not​ be​ enough​ for​ tasting, not​ gonna​ lie.​ Try​ it​ and​ you​ will​ love​ Suratthani, Land​ of​ good​ people.

[@lindabuck2777]

@@theroamingcook Great comeback! I’d say grumpy Gus got up on the WRONG side of bed. Lol

[@puggsincyberspace]

@@lindabuck2777 grumpy guy has chemo and needs to sleep..

[@Keepintouchthailand]

very hungry in lately night😢, I don't understand why I love to see people eat a good food at night 😅

[@theroamingcook]

55555 never watch at night!

[@robbatayaki5505]

funny how the owner was watching behind like a hawk lol

[@theroamingcook]

😂😂😂😂

[@MiniMeshell]

“Cheep $ Cheerfull” 👍

[@theroamingcook]

Best I could come up with 😅

[@desmondskene-catling8447]

You're in Hua Thanon

[@theroamingcook]

Yes correct 🙏

[@kevinp8108]

Thank you for pronouncing KOH (island in Thai) correctly! KOH and PATTAYA are the most mispronounced words by farangs.

[@HeatherLewis213]

He's lived there for 6 years though.

[@theroamingcook]

Yeah if I’d got it wrong, that would be bad!

[@theroamingcook]

I did my best but still get it wrong a lot. It’s difficult as when a fist timer reads how things are phonetically written in English, it sound so different. Like when I go to Vietnam and read 😅

[@arrukkikrina2755]

Koh Samui is a mystical island for me. My first girlfriend we went on a trip there. And after 3 days back, we broke up. Yes, I was still skeptical about the island's mysteries back then. My second girlfriend, she just graduated from university and told me she was going to work on Koh Samui. When she was two months old, I went to visit her. and when i come back to bangkok We broke up with each other again. My third girlfriend is a professor at a university in Koh Samui. She was ordered to work there. I also visit her. and stayed with her at the university residence for 3 days. and when i come back We broke up. It is also about another island that is Koh Ngai in Krabi province. 5 years ago I had a girlfriend and we went to this island as usual. Over a month we broke up. In the future, if I break up with any woman, I will invite her to go to Koh Samui or Koh Ngai. The four women who had to be separated from each other were unbelievable. especially Koh Samui .......

[@theroamingcook]

I broke up with my fiancé after a koh Samui holiday too 555

[@arrukkikrina2755]

@@theroamingcook I don't think there is a person with the same fate as me hahaha hello my friend

[@zenkaze5726]

😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋

[@theroamingcook]

🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏

[@lalita644]

The most expensive is the local taxi

[@theroamingcook]

Yes! We rented a car which really let us explore

[@mtha7796]

Is khanom jeen that bad? or you prefer MSG soup?

[@theroamingcook]

Sorry I don't understand

[@Keepintouchthailand]

Thailand will not put MSG much, just some of food such as somtum Isan. That Kanom Jeen strong flavor from herbs and no need to put MSG

[@ส้มจี้ดส้มแป๊ป]

ขอซับไทยค่ะ

[@theroamingcook]

❤️🇹🇭❤️😊

[@mickwhittaker7070]

Gary, did I say something to offend you as my comment was removed.

[@theroamingcook]

Not at all Mick, I don’t remove comments good or bad. Maybe it got flagged by YT for something. What did it say?

[@mickwhittaker7070]

I recommended my friend's restaurant just round the corner from where you were filming and dropped a pin for it.

[@theroamingcook]

It’s mental. I keep getting notifications for comments and then when I go into KZbin I get nothing! Can you send it again please mate?

[@mickwhittaker7070]

I don't usually pay for my dishes as I'm Toh's Guinea pig. If it makes him laugh, I'm cool with that. He grows his own herbs and chillies too.

[@theroamingcook]

Has it deleted the pin again???

[@ชมพรรณโชติดิลก]

ขนมจีน look good.

[@theroamingcook]

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[@ชมพรรณโชติดิลก]

@@theroamingcook ชอบทั้งแกงไตปลา ขนมจีนน้ำยา ขนมจีนน้ำปลาร้า ขนมจีนน้ำเงี้ยว ขนมจีนซาวน้ำ และอีกมากมาย น่าจะทำคลิปเรื่องขนมจีนก็ดีนะคะ มันหลายน้ำมาก

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[@frutball]

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[@theroamingcook]

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[@สมชายฉิมนอก-ด2ภ]

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[@theroamingcook]

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[@win-u1561]

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[@theroamingcook]

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[@ginettevandenkerckhove6593]

Don’t like de food in samui 20years ago was very good not my eiland

[@ianmcconaghy4927]

Thanks for the video Gary, Pam and I are going to drive down to there next month. I've pinned those places and look forward to giving them a try. Cheers!

[@theroamingcook]

I hope you enjoy them mate

[@chekorachowski9630]

Poor Gary! You went to places such as Phuket and Samui that street food was not good (actually it's f_u_king bad). Come to Nakhon Pathom, Ratchaburi and Phetchaburi and try street food that local people eat. It is more delicious and cheaper. These provinces are not far from Bangkok.