Durian in Southern Thailand

[Durianwriter]

Hi folks,

I'm gathering information about durian in Thailand for those of us obsessed enough to travel just to eat durian. I'm hoping some of you can help me flush out the details of a few places in Southern Thailand.

Here's what I want to know:

1) What are the best markets for buying fruit, esp. durian in your town/province?

2) Do you know of any farms where you can buy direct, take a tour, or stay overnight homestay style?

3) Anything local famous spots?

I haven't managed to visit everywhere in Thailand, although I've been around a little bit. I appreciate any and all tips or advice! Thanks so much for your help

[Durianwriter]

* sorry for the typos*

[tw25rw]

Are you the Australian raw vegan bloke that has the youtube channel?

[Durianwriter]

Lol no - but my username is a play on his. I currently don't do videos - therefore I am the "writer"

I run this website - www.yearofthedurian.com

Plus, I'm more polite

[mickjn]

If you find a place buy 2 one for you and one for me.You can eat mine and I will send you there money for it,

[Durianwriter]

Awww thanks Unfortunately I'm not in Thailand right now, I'm in Australia and will probably only be able to afford one durian at a time

Right now I'm looking for help collecting resources from folks who live/are very familiar with any of the provinces in Southern Thailand. Can anybody help?

Thanks in advance!!

[keeniau96]

We have a huge durian tree in the backyard here in Phuket. My wife is very proud of it and claims it is "arroy mak mak". I think it stinks up the place and it's not allowed inside the house. Sorry, no sampling or tours.

[Durianwriter]

Lol well thanks anyway

[tw25rw]

Lol no - but my username is a play on his. I currently don't do videos - therefore I am the "writer"

I run this website - www.yearofthedurian.com

Plus, I'm more polite

I stood next to him on the BTS once. He was wearing a hat and t-shirt plastered with slogans promoting veganism.

[Durianwriter]

Well, I don't know what to say about that, but I actually quite like Durianrider. He's a good guy, even if I don't always like his internet personality.

But back to the real durian...you know the kind you can eat and still be vegan..

[tw25rw]

Well, I don't know what to say about that, but I actually quite like Durianrider. He's a good guy, even if I don't always like his internet personality.

But back to the real durian...you know the kind you can eat and still be vegan..

He and the girl can both come across as a bit rough, but it's a change from the hippies you usually get advocating that lifestyle..

As for durian, I have this strange fascination for them, but just can't bring myself to eat them..

[phantom799]

I hear the Philippines is the best for Durian

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[Chao Lao Beach]

Chanthaburi is the capital for Durian, but the "World Durian Festival is not worth it.

Chanthaburi is the tropical fruit bowl of Thailand. In May it it nuts.

[phantom799]

My favorite fruit of all time..Not recommend with beer!

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[Chao Lao Beach]

My favorite fruit of all time..Not recommend with beer!

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I here many Thais say you can eat it if you have a booze drink, or you will get sick, these freaks also argue with me to the bone that the only way to get sick is from rain drops and not viral or bacteria etc.

Anyone know the science?

Another Thai wise tail?

[yougivemebaby]

My favorite fruit of all time..Not recommend with beer!

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I here many Thais say you can eat it if you have a booze drink, or you will get sick, these freaks also argue with me to the bone that the only way to get sick is from rain drops and not viral or bacteria etc.

Anyone know the science?

Another Thai wise tail?

They say it's because durian makes your insides hot or warm. Alcohol does the same so two hot/warm reactions inside your body 'is no goot'

[yougivemebaby]

When you say the 'south' are you referring to Phuket and south of there? Though not dangerous every day, the south seems a bit taboo to go to right now. We are always hearing about bombings and (not hearing) about beheading, kidnappings, and tortures. The Malay border cities I would steer clear of. I'm sure the muslim nationalists would love to have a westerner to kill and post all over the internet. Durian seems more prominent in the areas to the central of Thailand.

A story I would like to hear about is the 'newest' breed of durian. One that does not smell but still tastes decadent as the stinkiest. I love durian. When I am not eating it and someone else is I get queasy. lol Best of luck in your adventures!

[Durianwriter]

When you say the 'south' are you referring to Phuket and south of there? Though not dangerous every day, the south seems a bit taboo to go to right now. We are always hearing about bombings and (not hearing) about beheading, kidnappings, and tortures. The Malay border cities I would steer clear of. I'm sure the muslim nationalists would love to have a westerner to kill and post all over the internet. Durian seems more prominent in the areas to the central of Thailand.

A story I would like to hear about is the 'newest' breed of durian. One that does not smell but still tastes decadent as the stinkiest. I love durian. When I am not eating it and someone else is I get queasy. lol Best of luck in your adventures!

I have written an article about the Chanthaburi #1 aka "Odorless Durian" here: http://www.yearofthedurian.com/2012/04/odorless-durian.html

By the south I mean all the southern provinces that people have experience with: Suratthani, Chumphon, Ranong, Phuket, Narathiwat, Yala, etc. I am aware of the problems with the Muslim Nationals but that is up to each person to make up their mind. Actually, there is often news about people getting murdered in durian orchards in Yala...

[Durianwriter]

My favorite fruit of all time..Not recommend with beer!

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I here many Thais say you can eat it if you have a booze drink, or you will get sick, these freaks also argue with me to the bone that the only way to get sick is from rain drops and not viral or bacteria etc.

Anyone know the science?

Another Thai wise tail?

Not quite. Here's a look at all the science behind the "durian+alcohol=death" thing: http://www.yearofthedurian.com/2013/08/durian-and-alcohol-deadly-mix.html.

They say it's because durian makes your insides hot or warm. Alcohol does the same so two hot/warm reactions inside your body 'is no goot'

[phantom799]

+Chao Lao beach. Well I can't say I know anything about the science with the two concoctions,although previously being a long term resident in LOS I did have my doubts as you. So I can verify through a practical Durian/Beer small bender I consumed the two together, resulting in a head that went HOT with a sick stomach.

Not recommend. )

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[my friend I]

If you need to go to Penang, visa or something try here. Bao Sheng Durian farm hotel.