A few days after the country reopened, people returned to eating and drinking in public and enjoying life.
However, most flock to restaurants and food courts in department stores and community malls that carry the Safety and Health Administration (SHA) certification logo — which is given to establishments by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Businesses and shops must pass a set of Covid-safety criteria set by the Ministry of Public Health and local administrations to be certified. They include vaccinating staff and complying with social distancing rules. In addition, establishments that have the SHA certification can serve alcohol until 9pm.
Yet, observers will notice a difference in Thailand’s food scene: Smaller shops and street food stalls, which were once the heart and soul of Bangkok’s eatery scene, are relatively quiet. This could be because many…
