The Pride of Thailand
Thai Kitchen was selected by National Food Institute of Thailand as a Thai restaurant for The Pride of Thailand in September 2009.
Thai Select - Thai Cuisine
Thai cuisine takes a pride of place in its natural heritage, practiced as an art form and handed down from generation to generation. Thai food not only tastes good but also looks beautiful, with intricate carvings and creative decorations. It is always a hearty feast filled with fun and fiery flavours of Thai culinary creations.
In this tradition the Royal Thai Government and Thai Trade have bestowed the Thai Select label onto what is considered to be the best Thai restaurants in the United States.
To enjoy Thai dining, you don't actually need to be in Thailand as the Royal Thai Government ensure that you can gain an authentic Thai experience by looking for the "Thai Select" logo. They realize the importance of maintaining high standards of quality, and have responded with this seal of approval.
"Thai Select" certifies that the food, the hospitality and the atmosphere of the restaurant is authentic. Chefs must be carefully trained in the preparation of benefice Thai meals*. Receiving this prestigious award isn't easy; the bar is set high and the guidelines are strict. Still through training and inspections, high standard Thai restaurants worldwide have achieved this distinction.
So anywhere in your travels, look for the stamp of approval "Thai Select". It assures you that delicious Thai cuisine is being served in a pleasant atmosphere, and with a famous Thai smile. It is not just a meal; it's a journey into Thai culture.
Thai Select certifies that not only the food, but also the hospitality and the atmosphere of the restaurant.
The information here excerpted from Thai Select - Thai Cuisine, Thailand Ministry of Commerce.