Being so close to Singapore, we often hear the comparisons.
“If only Bangkok could put all of the street vendors in hawker stands like in Singapore – maybe then I could walk on the sidewalks.”
“I sure wish English was the first language in Bangkok, just like it is in Singapore.”
“Years ago Singapore put all electrical wires underground ‘cause they are not very attractive – ever think Bangkok will do the same?”
“In Singapore the taxis drivers actually talk to me – in Bangkok they only grunt.”
Yet, after a recent trip for my son’s first birthday, I noticed the biggest difference of them all.
Singapore has Ginger Beer. Bangkok only has Ginger Ale.
The difference is significant. Although similar, ginger beer has a distinctly stronger ginger taste to it. Ginger beer, when compared to ginger ale is like your older brother with tattoos of skulls and dragons – he simply has more kick, strength and spirit. (more…)
