Catch up.....

Looks like I have been having too much fun holidaying......oh well this is a quick re-cap of the last few days.

We travelled to Silom to go and see Doreaki lady (a lady in the Silom market that makes very yummy sweet treats).  We had these sweet treats last time we were here in Bangkok and always thought they were a version of Kanom Tokyo - one of our favorite Thai desserts (pancake with different fillings like custard and Pandan).  We found out after visiting this lady that they are actually Doreaki - a Thai version of a Japanese treat (or so we think).  Even though it is not actually Thai it is going to be part of our Boat noodle cart (my part) so we asked her where we could buy the machine.  She happily told us where to get it in China Town and so the next day we were off to China Town to buy it.

Here is our Doreaki machine below.........They are testing the gas lines and yes nearly all the staff had to be involved!  They like to do things in groups here....in this small shop there were at least 10 staff who all at some point took part in our transaction.

After buying the machine we agreed we would have to go back and see Doreaki lady (who's name is Lucky) and ask her if we could pay her to teach us the recipe.  She has agreed and so on Monday morning we are getting a personal cooking lesson from her.  We are to arrive at 7.30am for prep which will take a few hours and then she wants us to work with her at the market for a few hours to learn how to cook them.  It should be interesting and we are both very excited.

Below are just a few shots of Bangkok at night - we haven't spent much time out at night but got the opportunity on Thursday as Charlie had a big sleep.  I do love Bangkok at night......

Democracy monument above......for those photography buffs (Tony and Dad) I have discovered shutter speed as you can see above.  A bit obsessed now.....

We had a really lovely dinner that night and then visited a popular dessert place (which I am sure Andy will document on Krapow).  The dessert is essentially thick white bread with chocolate or custard topping - Charlie seemed to enjoy it.

Sadly we lost Charlie's hat.......I am very bummed about it as I made it for her (the patchwork one).  This is the new hat...very cute but not the same.

Much to Charlie's pleasure we have been riding in a few Tuk Tuks.  She just loves them and screams and carries on like she on a roller coaster.  Very funny....

I love the way they get around here.....can you squeeze any more people in that ute?

We went to the Royal (Grand) palace today......we normally don't do a lot of touristy stuff like this but it was on our way so we thought why not.

I was wearing a singlet which was deemed inappropriate so they made me wear this lovely pink shirt.  They also made me pay 200 baht for it which is a deposit in case you steal it.  Andy wanted me to keep it but I decided I would give it back....maybe with a few accessories it could work??

We have done a bit of shopping and in this shopping centre Charlie found a stage and went for it......she   danced and did handstands like a true pop star.  So proud!

A few cute Charlie snaps.....eating sandies is her regular pastime although she does loved fried chicken and sausages (hence the name of the blog)....

Nothing is impossible here - this is how you sell Tank fish in Thailand.....

Andy and Charlie in front of the Giant swing.  Andy really likes this swing and so we had to have a photo in front of it.  Apparently they used to swing people from it many many years ago - I think for the King (not sure on the precise details).  Many people have died trying over the years so they banned it.  Probably a good idea...

China Town is full of amazing things.  There are many stores dedicated to selling religious statues and ornaments.  I was amazed at the life like Monks.

I also found these girls very interesting.  I believe they are University students, but I am yet to find out their true identity.  The boys all had shaven heads and the girls all had these amazing hairdo's.  Looks like they have rollers in their hair....obviously a fashion look I have missed.