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Thai village comes to Georgetown October 1

The Royal Thai Embassy will be bringing a Thai village to the heart of Georgetown on Saturday, October 1, 2011 from noon to 5:00 pm.

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Royal Thai Embassy
Royal Thai Embassy

Authentic, healthy and popular dishes from all four regions of Thailand will be prepared by the Embassy and local Thai associations. Garlic, chili, lime juice, lemon grass and fish sauce are frequently used in a traditional blend of five fundamental tastes: sweet, spicy, sour, bitter and salty.

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Royal Thai Embassy
Royal Thai Embassy

Guests will enjoy watching Muay Thai, (Thai boxing, the national sport of Thailand), a long drum dance, a traditional Thai musical instrument performance, and a Thai fencing/sword-baton dance demonstration.

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Royal Thai Embassy
Royal Thai Embassy

There will be an opportunity to experience a Thai massage and a special exhibition of Thai-U.S. relations.

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Royal Thai Embassy
Royal Thai Embassy

Admission to all exhibits and performances is free, while food and beverages will be available for purchase. Proceeds raised will go toward charitable causes supported by Grace Church.

The Royal Thai Embassy is at 1024 Wisconsin Avenue. Tel: 202.944.3600.