Phetchaburi Showcases Local Gastronomic Excellence at the Phuket Municipality Local Food Festival 2026

Phetchaburi Showcases Local Gastronomic Excellence at the Phuket Municipality Local Food Festival 2026

Phetchaburi Province participated in the Phuket Municipality Local Food Festival 2026, presenting its rich culinary heritage and local food culture as part of efforts to strengthen cooperation among Thailand’s UNESCO Creative Cities of Gastronomy.As part of this collaboration, Phetchaburi brought two renowned local enterprises to exhibit at one of the country’s largest local food festivals, highlighting the province’s distinctive gastronomic identity within the framework of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network.

The festival was held from 8–12 May 2026 at King Rama X Commemorative Public Park (Saphan Hin Cape), Phuket, featuring more than 400 food and community business vendors.

As a member of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) in the field of Gastronomy, Phuket City Municipality invited Phetchaburi Province to participate in the event, which showcased a wide range of Phuket’s local cuisine, beverages, desserts, food trucks, culinary demonstrations, cultural performances, and affordable community products.

estival Highlights
- A diverse selection of authentic Phuket local dishes
- Live demonstrations of traditional culinary practices
- Cultural and artistic performances reflecting local heritage
- Community products and local souvenirs at accessible prices
- A gathering of food trucks in one location

Representatives from Phetchaburi Province
1. Phetchaburi Thai Dessert Co., Ltd. – Traditional Thai desserts
2. Tanod Kraft – Palm-based beverages and creative drinks

Phetchaburi’s participation in this event reflects the province’s ongoing commitment to promoting its culinary heritage, supporting local entrepreneurs, and fostering collaboration among UNESCO Creative Cities of Gastronomy in Thailand. The festival also provided an important platform for cultural exchange and the promotion of sustainable local economic development through gastronomy.