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We use Thai products.

Whether it's ingredients for making ice cream or raw materials according to flavors, we start adjusting 

and using domestic ingredients as close to 100% as possible in every production process.

This is because we desire to support Thai products, promote Thai products, and distribute 

income to Thai people more than using imported products from other countries. Therefore,

 it's unsurprising that you won't see flavors like panna cotta, pistachio, blueberry cheesecake,

or styles like this from our shop.

However , you will find flavors made from Thailand that represent history, way of life, and wisdom

because we want you to know "how awesome Thai things are."

[Raw materials arise abundantly and are spread across all regions, whether from agriculture, 

fisheries, or naturally occurring and changing with the seasons. Each locality's raw materials will

 reflect each area's distinctive characteristics. Different climates lead to biodiversity blended with

 historical roots, giving rise to the unique identity of each locale.]

For more than 57 years

We have preserved and maintained the meticulously prepared coconut ice cream recipe since 1967. 

This ice cream is based on coconut, which is still the overall structure of more than 80% 

of other flavors so that you can sense the founder's taste and intention in almost all of our flavors.

 "It's a taste that can't be found elsewhere."

For more than 57 years, we have been in the ice cream business exclusively and will continue to 

persevere in making the best ice cream we can. "Everyone will definitely see a Mek ice cream

over 100 years old."

Authentic Differentiation

We focus specifically on making Thai-flavored ice cream (Specialization & Uniqueness). 

Compared to the best Thai food chefs in the country, we have no way of beating them

when making Thai food, but if it's Thai-flavored ice cream, we have a chance to rise as the winner.

We are experts: We are dedicated to exclusively making Thai flavor ice cream.

We are passionate: We are passionate about Thai ice cream and always strive to improve.

We are attentive: We pay attention to every detail, from selecting ingredients to the consumer.

We understand: We understand Thai ingredients and know how to highlight the strengths of each flavor.

We ran up the escalator that was moving down.

Even though we have been in this business for three generations,

we always continue learning. The third generation was sent to study culinary arts 

at Dusit Thani College because we are committed to increasing our expertise

in the profession and continuously striving to improve every aspect of our business operations.

We aim to create significant value for consumers, including supporting society, the environment,

and the company in coexisting sustainably. 

“ In the past, we never set any sales targets. So, profit is only the result of our intentions.’’

Taking care of our surrounding ecosystem (Life Earth Business)

Life - Society, community, people. Our business resides in the community

behind Buri Boriban Market. Therefore, helping to take care of neighbors

 is an important foundation for business sustainability. We have concepts that

 we are starting to do, such as promoting community tourism destinations,

 doing CSR in our community, giving delicious ice cream annually to residents around our shop, etc.

Earth—The world or environment. Business activities inevitably impact climate change.

 In fact, there are many dimensions to sustainability, and certainly, we are not doing well.

There are some things we still cannot adjust perfectly but we do have plans to intensify our efforts.

Business - Employees, partners, customers. People are the most important asset in the company.

If employees are happy, good things will always happen. 

Employee happiness is an agenda that we continuously review.

Partners—We like to choose and support ingredients from farmers, communities, or small producers who share our caring spirit. We are very happy to publicize the sources so that end consumers are aware and income is distributed directly to the source.

Finally We also want to thank our customers. We promise to deliver better products and experiences consistently.

Original Coconut Milk 

  Coconut milk ice cream was invented and meticulously prepared in 1967.

With Mr. Nguan's determination, he wanted to make coconut milk ice cream as delicious as possible. Therefore, it was the best-selling coconut milk ice cream in Mueang Chonburi District at that time.

Currently, we have slightly improved the formula to better meet consumer demand but maintai000n the original formula structure to deliver the founder's intended taste to all consumers.

We have subsidized farmers from the Thap Sakae community, which produces high-fat but sweet-smelling coconuts.

Thap Sakae coconuts are one of the symbols that show the way of life of many Prachuap Khiri Khan people.

[ Ruen Charoen Kha Ma Phrao is an expert in selecting quality coconuts from the source and allowing farmers to set fair and appropriate prices. They are coconut peelers to deliver coconuts to Mek Ice Cream. “I bought coconuts at the market price the garden offered. I never take advantage of farmers,” Khun Ju from Ruen Charoen Kha Ma Phrao ]

Coconut Milk with Coconut Sugar  

  “Baantaothaideam” is 100% real coconut sugar produced by Ban Tao Thai Derm Community Enterprise, Bang Khonthi District, Samut Songkhram Province, one of Thailand's best coconut sugar production sources. 

Mr. Kanit Kongwichit, the community enterprise's president, would like to announce that 100% authentic coconut sugar still exists because there are people who claim that it is real coconut sugar, but many are fakes. We want consumers to experience unmixed quality sweetness, even though the simmering process is more challenging, takes longer, and requires less quantity, including difficult-to-predict environmental and weather factors. However, we also adhere to honesty in our profession, ourselves, and our customers. We are glad to be able to support farmers who are palm tree climbers as well.

Picture by Baantaothaideam Community Enterprise

Taro 

  Taro is one of the cultural foods of Thai people.

There are many agricultural cultivation areas in Thailand, which reflects the abundance of planting areas.

Taro was one of our first ice cream flavors because taro goes well with coconut milk and is popular with Thai people.

We choose the fragrant taro “Chiang Mai variety” which is an outstanding native variety from the highlands.

Its special feature is that it is large with white and purple flesh. After the steaming process, it will be fragrant and delicious by itself.

Thai Royal Project Coffee 

  The origin of the Royal Project began with His Majesty King Rama IX, who was concerned about people in the highlands. He ordered to help people in the highlands, especially hill tribes, for a better living situation.

“To promote and support hill tribe people to have a better life and be able to cultivate useful things instead of opium and provide income. It is to help people living in remote areas gain knowledge and be prosperous.”

(Some parts of the royal speech on “Support for Hill Tribes and Hill Tribe Projects”)

Currently, the Royal Project produces a variety of high quality products in 6 northern provinces. It continues to promote careers and improve the quality of life as well as conserve natural resources and the environment.

Mek Ice Cream has selected coffee products from the Royal Project as ingredients to make coffee-flavored ice cream.

Information from royalproject.org

Cocoa from Chonburi 

  Currently, we use Chumphon cocoa (a Thai variety) that is grown primarily from Bo Thong District and some from Nong Yai District.

The abundance and variety of local areas have different effects on the cocoa aroma in each area.

What's special is that you'll get to taste the rich Chonburi cocoa flavor ice cream that might make you unforgettable.

[ inspiration : Khun Tu is my junior in the DIPROM program from Burapha University. He has in-depth cocoa expertise and supplies his cocoa production to Mek Ice Cream. “We teach farmers to grow cocoa trees to increase their income and reduce the loss of unsold products from merchants who only select the top grades. We help farmers to have almost no crop waste. We continue to buy produce from them at Fair Trade prices. When the methods are adjusted, the output is of good quality and has value. It will encourage farmers to take care of their trees more, leading to a cycle of sustainability for people,” Khun Tu from Nimit Chocolate ].

Organic milk from Dairy Home in Korat

  DAIRY HOME is an organic dairy farm in Nakhon Ratchasima Province. They are the first producer of organic milk in Thailand. They are thicker and creamier than other commercial milk brands.

Dairy Home's organic milk is milked from happy cows on the farm and does not contain any chemicals such as chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or additives of any kind.

In addition to improving the health of producers and consumers, environmental problems from agrochemicals will also be reduced. It also reduces carbon dioxide emissions at the same time.

“In addition to our dedication to making high-quality food, our goals are to enhance the lives of our colleagues, and communities, and a better world." DAIRY HOME

Thank you for the information and picture from DAIRY HOME

Thai Tea from Chiang Rai 

  Thai tea is Thailand's most popular drink and ranked 7^th most delicious non-alcoholic drink in the world by TasteAtlas.

We have selected tea leaf sources from over 5 areas of Chiang Rai by using tea brewing techniques to bring out the tea aroma as much as possible.

Matcha From Chiang Rai 

  We mix matcha from 2 farms in Chiang Rai for the unique aroma in the ice cream we want.

First, it comes from Suwirun Tea Plantation with over 40 years of tea experience. They are a producer and distributor of quality organic tea leaves. They have been selected as an example organic tea plantation in Chiang Rai Province.

They also have a policy of emphasizing knowledge about tea and promoting more local farmers who are interested in growing tea through a network of farmer groups.

Second, it comes from Choui Fong Tea Plantation which started business in 1977. They grow tea organically. Today, it is the most famous agricultural tourism destination in Chiang Rai. Tourists will be able to see the farming and tea production methods as well as gain knowledge about tea.
 

Picture from Choui Fong Tea Plantation

Sun Dried Banana 

  Thailand is a land of agriculture, sun-dried bananas are a dessert made from sun-dried bananas and are popular among Thai people.

This process helps extend the shelf life, preserve the delicious smell, and maintain the softness and deliciousness of the bananas.
 

Our ice cream uses sun-dried bananas from Bang Krathum, which are  Namwa Mali Ong bananas, which are an ancient variety with a decade of history. Sun-dried bananas are the DNA of the Bang Krathum people and encourage them to add value to their local products.
 

[ We decided to buy sun-dried bananas from Bang Krathum from Wat Klang Market and did not expect to find such good quality sun-dried bananas because this grandma selects high-quality sun-dried bananas at a reasonable price.

We intend to continue supporting this shop further.]

Feel free to ask for directions directly at 038 277 538.

Khao Lam 

 Khao Lam consists of sticky rice, coconut milk and black beans.

It is a local culture of food and production in Thailand for more than 100 years, which clearly reflects the identity of the local people.

In the past, the villagers in this area were farmers. At that time, when it was not the rice growing season, the villagers used to make khao lam as dessert by trading the sticky rice for sugar and coconut from other villages. As for the bamboo, they cut it themselves on the mountain.

Khao Lam is a popular dessert because it is delicious, easy to eat with rich coconut milk aroma, and suitable for everyone.

We aim to create Khao Lam flavored ice cream using traditional ingredients so that you can feel the spirit of the ancient dessert but still have current popularity.

Later, Khao Lam was developed as an annual product at Nong Mon Shrine and began to flourish as Sukhumvit Road passed through the middle of the market. Nong Mon is an important landmark that everyone must visit until now.
 

Information fromwww.rspgburapha.com

Coconut Filling 

  Filling is made from grated coconut and stir-fried with coconut sugar and coconut water until dry and then smoked. It has a mellow sweet, salty and nutty taste when paired with rich coconut milk ice cream.

Steamed Flour with Coconut Filling is a traditional Thai dessert and is commonly served at engagement ceremonies. It is one of the 9 auspicious desserts in the tray of gifts for proposing to the bride.

... Khun Palm, the owner of the Wanwan brand, has a concept of making traditional Thai desserts suitable for every era. Her love of Thai desserts began when she was a young child and saw her grandmother make various desserts for sale. When the opportunity occurred, she started the Wanwaan brand with her master's degree at Chulalongkorn University. Her Thai desserts are filled with tradition, sophistication, and attention to detail. ...which is why we choose fillings from Wanwaan's brand.

Picture by Wanwaan

Sweet Egg floss 

  Sweet egg floss is made from duck egg yolks. It is a very popular Thai dessert with a history dating back to the Ayutthaya period. It is rumored to have originated from the Portuguese in Thailand during the reign of King Narai the Great.
 

We strive to find the best sweet egg floss for the best sweet egg floss-flavored ice cream. We would like to introduce sweet egg floss in the form of ice cream.

We have selected sweet egg floss from Na Phan Sam Subdistrict, which is the largest dessert community in Phetchaburi that continues to inherit wisdom and food culture for a long time.

....It's delicious, mellow, sweet and not fishy....

“ I inherited this business from my mother over 30 years ago. My desserts emphasize the original egg aroma and have a personal recipe that has been passed down, while some shops may have a jasmine flavor.”

Khun Tan from Foi Thong Sod Phetchaburi Shop in Na Phan Sam Subdistrict

Young Coconut 

  Coconuts have long been a popular plant for Thai people. According to archaeological evidence, it is revealed that murals at Wat Phra Sri Rattana Satsadaram during the Ayutthaya period.

It shows the importance of coconuts in Thai society for a long time.

Thai aromatic coconuts are known to be unrivaled in taste and aroma.

Our suppliers are extremely passionate about coconut water and know the best coconut purveyors but cannot provide commercial exposure.

We strive to bring out the unique, natural aroma of our ice cream as much as possible.

Nam Dok Mai Mango 

  We believe that Thailand's Nam Dok Mai Mango is the juiciest in the world, especially from gardens that care about ingredients and people.

Therefore, consuming our mango ice cream is indirectly supporting farmers.

Mr. Rachent is a mango expert and innovative farmer who is the president of a community enterprise that produces mango exports in Bang Phae District, Ratchaburi Province. He is committed to promoting income for his community and locality, which includes not only farmers but also other stakeholders.

The enterprise has jointly developed technology for curing mangoes with ethylene gas. The advantage is that it is safe for workers, consumers and the environment, and the mangoes are dense and not easily perishable, and increase the distribution distance for more profits. As a result, mango farmers and local people can gain income sustainably.

 Importantly, the enterprise's mangoes have received ThaiGAP standards and FDA GMP standards. Thai people can consume premium grade fruit flavors at an affordable price and help farmers sustainably.

Picture from Mango Export Community Enterprise in Bang Phae District

Strawberry Pharachatan 80 

  Strawberry Pharachatan 80, selected only from Samoeng District, Chiang Mai Province, is bright red and fragrant with a sweet and sour taste.

Strawberry Pharachatan 80 was developed from a Japanese strain mixed with a Thai strain by a research team from Kasetsart University in Chiang Mai because strawberries are a cool weather plant.

Therefore, Doi Pui in Chiang Mai was an important starting point for the research.

We use frozen strawberry Pharachatan 80 that can be eaten all year at a reasonable price.

Krayasart 

  Krayasart is a traditional Thai dessert that has been around for a long time and is popularly made in "Tenth Lunar Month". It has a creamy flavor from peanuts, sesame, coconut milk and roasted rice.

[ Our Producer:

Auntie Sai Chon is a vendor at Wat Klang Market. You only use Krayasart once a year on important occasions. But if the order is high, she has decided to sell it every day for more than 5 years.

“ The highlight is freshly squeezed coconut milk from vendors in the same market. It is fragrant and the peanuts are freshly roasted every morning. Until today, I have been through a lot." Auntie Sai Chon ]
 

Feel free to ask for directions directly at 038 270 646 , 087 132 3936

Black Sesame 

  We use black sesame seeds from the famous nearby Aunty Aied to make our black sesame flavours.

Auntie Iad is a community volunteer who sells roasted black sesame seeds. Her inspiration came from benefits and she thought she could do better than that, so she started roasting black sesame seeds.

 “ I only choose quality black sesame seeds. I choose small ones that are difficult to roast but are more delicious with oiliness and focus on cleanliness in every step. I have techniques and care in everything I do. such as roasting them to be evenly cooked,” she said.

Feel free to ask for directions directly at 091 994 5162 , 097 959 6142

Monthong x Chani DURIAN

  Khun Moo is a relative of mine who has his own business in Rayong. He got to know farmers in the area and they had an extensive network of farmers.

Currently, we use Monthong durian mixed with Chanee. It is the unique taste and smell of Mek Ice Cream. Most of the durian we chose comes from Tha Mai, Chanthaburi Province, and some from the Chet Luk Noen area in Rayong Province, which are the best durian cultivation areas in Thailand.

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