Puy Roti Lady (Benjawan Kaewsaen) whose video I have posted below, has become one of the best-known street food personalities in Bangkok. She makes roti near the Silom/Sala Daeng area and has built a huge following through her livestreams and videos. She usually works from late afternoon into the evening, and after closing she often chats, sings, or spends time with her online audience.
One of the things people seem to enjoy is that the streams aren’t just about food. They have a relaxed “hang out on the street corner” feel. You hear the sounds of Bangkok, watch people come and go, and see the rhythm of her work. Many viewers say it’s almost like taking a virtual trip to Thailand after a long day.
A typical price range is:
- Plain roti: 20–30 baht
- Egg roti: 30–40 baht
- Banana roti: 40–50 baht
- Banana + egg + condensed milk (one of her most popular): 50–60 baht
- Nutella or specialty versions: 60–80 baht, depending on toppings.
For perspective, with the current exchange rate that’s roughly:
- 20 baht ≈ 60¢ US
- 40 baht ≈ $1.20 US
- 60 baht ≈ $1.80 US
Considering how much entertainment people get from watching her streams, it’s no wonder locals and tourists line up. You get a freshly made dessert for less than the price of a cup of coffee in most U.S. cities.
If I ever made the trip to Bangkok, I’d probably order the classic banana + egg + condensed milk. That seems to be the one everyone recommends.
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Here’s the Bardo bus!
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