Ajinomoto x “Karn-Foei” Storm the Ajinomoto Victory Canteen, Taking on Rising Athletes in Fun-filled Games and Spreading Cheer as the Countdown to the SEA Games 2025 Begins!

Bangkok – November 19, 2025 – Tour the Ajinomoto Victory Canteen with popular figures Karn and Foei, joined by rising stars Mint, Chomphu, and Jimmy from Team Thailand during The Victory Night event. This dynamic group energized the evening with the exciting ‘Power Ball’ Challenge. Chef Nana-Marina and a professional nutritionist also shared practical health tips to inspire the ‘Eat Well, Live Well.’ lifestyle, reinforcing the brand’s ongoing communication toward ‘Every Meal for Every Victory’ as part of its support for the SEA Games through proper nutrition strategies as a key factor in the upcoming competition. 

Flavorful Food at the athletes’ canteen

Step into the lives of Thai national athletes with the ‘Victory Buddy Tour’, led by Mint-Ramintra Taerananon from the Thai National Karate team, Chomphu-Kodchaporn Pratumsuwan from the Thai National Archery team, and Jimmy-Pikanet Sukyik from the Thai National Kickboxing team together with ‘Karn Chatchanan - Foei Patara’. The tour provides a firsthand experience of food and nutrition for athletes to perform their best in the competition. The Ajinomoto Victory Canteen offers special ‘Winning Meals,’ transforming popular dishes into nutrition strategies under the ‘Eat with Purpose’ concept. Guests can enjoy a healthy buffet featuring nutritious and tasty recipes designed to meet the needs of athletes.

Healthy Tips from Food and Nutritionist Experts

Renowned Chef Nana-Marina and Ms. Jidapa Srichavana, Professional Nutritionist, Ajinomoto Co., (Thailand) Ltd., shared practical guidelines on food consumption designed to enhance performance through the ‘Eat with Purpose’ approach. Ms. Jidapa explained, “As many athletes gear up for competitions leading up to the SEA Games, nutrition is key. Our focus is on strategies such as ‘Eat to Recover (Hard Day),’ which restores glycogen and strength, with high protein recommended for consumption before competitions or after practice. Athletes can tailor meals to their health and performance goals, balancing ‘Eat to Maintain (Easy Day)’ for light meals that sustain equilibrium, and ‘Eat to Prepare (Moderate Day)’ to store energy and include aminoVITAL® products enriched with ‘AminoScience.’” Chef Nana added, “An example from the recovery menu is the Spicy Mortar Tossed Pork Salad (Moo Tok Krok), which is packed with protein and sodium to replenish electrolytes, along with vitamins and fiber for overall wellness. For intensive training, adding carbohydrates is recommended to fuel energy, while the Thai-style Power Ball is also a quick, easy, and delicious snack option.

Special Highlight: Karn and Foei Join the Power Ball Challenge

Adding flair and excitement to the event, the dynamic duo “Karn and Foei” teamed up with rising athletes to compete in a lively Power Ball challenge, combining food creativity with teamwork spirit. Karn and Foei shared, “This was our first time getting a glimpse into the athletes’ canteen to see what kind of food they eat. After trying the dishes, we found them exceptionally creative, healthy, and packed with beneficial nutrients. As sports enthusiasts, we were especially thrilled to meet the national team athletes and join them in making Power Balls. It was a night full of wonderful experiences, showing that healthy food can also be delicious and adaptable for everyday life. We want to express our support and encouragement to our athletes, encouraging them to give their best. All Thais are ready to cheer for everyone!”

Ending on an inspiring note, Coach Mook – Sarocha Rewrujirek, head coach of the women’s water polo team and former national athlete, shared an inspiring moment of motivation, encouraging everyone to come together and send enthusiastic support as we approach the final stretch of the SEA Games.

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