On June 30, 2025, Ms. Somjai Taphaopong, Consul General of Thailand in New York, together with Senior Director Ketsuree Vijaranakorn of the Thai Trade Center, visited Thai entrepreneurs participating in the Summer Fancy Food Show 2025, organized by the Specialty Food Association at the Javits Center, New York City.

 

     The Summer Fancy Food Show, held annually, is one of the most influential food and beverage trade shows in the U.S., bringing together international food businesses to showcase their products, explore market expansion opportunities, and connect with importers, food critics, and influencers in the culinary world.

 

     This year, 15 Thai companies – including participants in the SMEs Pro-Active Project by the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Ministry of Commerce - joined the exhibition, presenting a variety of Thai products such as seasoning sauces, curry pastes, cooking flours, frozen and ready-to-eat meals, jasmine rice, dried fruits, beverages, and snacks.

 

     The Royal Thai Consulate General extends its appreciation to the Thai Trade Center in New York for supporting Thai entrepreneurs in showcasing their products and promoting the appeal of Thai cuisine in the U.S. market. This trade show also provide the valuable opportunities for Thai entrepreneurs to gain insights of international food industry practices and product innovations, while networking with global players to reinforce Thailand’s soft power through its culinary culture.