Thai Geographic Indicator Products Showcase Comes to Khon Kaen Aug 3-9
Thailand's Department of Intellectual Property is bringing its GI Market Roadshow to Khon Kaen from August 3-9, showcasing premium geographic indication products from across the country at Central Khon Kaen with tastings, demonstrations, an
The Department of Intellectual Property is hosting the 'GI Market Roadshow' at Central Khon Kaen from August 3-9, showcasing quality geographic indication (GI) products from throughout Thailand alongside entertainment from renowned artists. After the successful launch of the same roadshow in Songkhla in August 2025, the ministry is expanding the initiative to the Northeast, bringing top GI products nationwide to a single venue where visitors can view, taste, and purchase authentic Thai products while learning about local wisdom passed down through generations.
The 'GI Market Roadshow' brings together premium GI products from all regions, including Sri Saket volcano durian, Dan Khwian pottery, Chiang Rai dried pineapple, Phichit banana chips, Lampang chicken soup bowls, Surat Thani baby clams, Phetchabun curry desserts, and Khon Kaen indigo, alongside processed foods, beverages, textiles, and local handicrafts from direct producers. Over the seven-day event, activities include product demonstrations, expert talks on GI goods, promotional activities, and daily mini concerts featuring artists such as Gaem-Wichaya, Tao-Paranwat, Kwang-Duangruthai, Cha-Singchai, Luktarn-Chonthichash, Man-Maneevan, and Bew-Kalyanee.
The opening ceremony is scheduled for August 4, 2025, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at the activities area on the first floor of Central Khon Kaen, featuring a cooking demonstration by Chef In-Nangrudthit Sae-Khor, owner of the 'Kruakruabaan-In' restaurant, showcasing crispy rice with Pak Chong Khao Yai durian cream made from Thailand's premium GI ingredients including Sri Sarn jasmine rice and Pak Chong Khao Yai durian, highlighting the potential of Thai GI products in creating high-value menu items.
