Bangkok (Thailand) – January 13, 2020 (travelindex.com) – Vivin, a local supplier of gourmet and delicatessen products, has opened its first standalone grocery store, “Vivin Grocery,” in the Ekamai Complex in Bangkok, just in time for Christmas and New Year 2020.

Vivin began in 2014 as a pop-up store at a farmers' market in Bangkok, initially selling only whole foie gras terrines based on a recipe from Nicolas Vivin's grandmother, who added his own personal touch. For example, he incorporated local products such as Chalong Bay rum from Phuket or strawberries from Chiang Mai into the foie gras.

Nicolas and his business partner and wife, Samantha Proyrungtong, had long been convinced of the value of using and promoting local products as a more sustainable alternative to upscale food products, a view that is now gaining much wider acceptance in Thailand. Initially, they faced many challenges in convincing and educating both locals and international visitors about the quality and benefits of these handcrafted Thai products, together with a small group of artisans who were pioneering this niche industry.

Six years later, Vivin has significantly expanded its product range, which focuses on local and artisanal products, and now offers, in addition to the simple foie gras duck terrine, a variety of cow and goat cheeses from Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai, as well as jams and chutneys made from local organic fruits.

In addition to producing sausages through its new production company, Extrovert Food, Vivin now also offers the processing of regional beef and chicken. Furthermore, Vivin carries high-quality regional spices and organic herbs that perfectly complement the meats.

All these products, including imported natural wine and caviar, are available at the small grocery store in the Ekamai complex. This complex is rapidly developing into a gourmet hub and, in addition to other boutique restaurants such as Yellow Spoon, The Crib, Délice de Capoue, and the new Stage Restaurant, houses other exclusive restaurants.

The new Vivin Grocery features a refrigerated counter stocked with local Thai cheeses and cold cuts in ready-to-sell portions, packaged and ready to go. Shelves are filled with jars of jams, organic herbs, and a selection of local rums. Vivin Grocery also carries products from various artisans and small producers, including Serial Pickler's pickled cucumbers and OEL OEA's olive oil. More artisanal products will be added soon.

There will also be a freezer stocked with Thai beef and pork to take away, ideal for anyone wanting to cook a juicy steak or grill a sausage. Wines from Thailand, as well as from around the world, primarily Austria, Spain, Italy, and France, will be available – all biodynamic, natural, and organic.

Vivin Grocery is the ideal one-stop shop for the perfect gourmet evening at home; pick up one or two bottles along with your gourmet treats or even an "APERO BOX - Gourmet Platter in a Box" that you can enjoy at home at a dinner party or simply for indulgent self-treatment.

At Vivin Grocery, you are welcome to enjoy a glass of wine with lunch or an aperitif at our bar. We are especially pleased when you sample our products before purchasing them or ask our knowledgeable staff at Vivin Grocery for detailed advice on specific items. At Vivin, we value consistently high quality, exceptional taste, and excellent service – this is what Vivin is known for.

Vivin Grocery will also host special events for wine and food enthusiasts, and invite artisans and producers to workshops to serve both the industry and the public. Stay tuned!

No time to visit? Vivin sells and delivers its gourmet products online at Vivinmaison.com. Only at Vivin Grocery, in-store and online, will you find the best prices* (*excluding special offers).