Evening Khan Toke Dinner in Chiang Mai

An evening filled of a culturally important even that is something typical of the northern part of Thailand. It was not until 1953 that Khan Toke became a social gathering when a local politician invited high honored guests to sit with him and enjoy this special dinner. Northern Thailand boasts a culinary tradition all its own, much of it influenced by neighboring countries. From Laos, comes a love for sticky rice and a distinctive use of chillies; from Myanmar, unique curries, generally un-thickened by coconut milk as in other parts of Thailand; and from China, a preference for noodles. The “Khan Toke” dinner is traditionally specific to the people of the northern region that has elements of it all combined into one.

It is a short ride from your hotel to the venue where you will be welcomed by the staff who will guide you to your table where your Kantoke dinner is served. Dinner is served in small bowls, known in Thai as Khan and guests are seated cross-legged on cushions at a low table, known as Toke in Thai. The cuisine served is northern Thai and it is prepared with the western palate in mind as traditional Thai food can be very spicy. During dinner, entertainers will perform the intricate Forn Leb finger dance; the Forn Thien candle dance; the Ramwong circle dance; and the Ram Dab sword dance. Opt for an additional hill tribe show performed by various members of the Yao, Lahu, Meo, Lisu, and Karen hill tribes after you have finished dinner. 

After this dinner and dance performance, we will bring you back to your hotel.