Chiang Mai

The family have now made friends among the expat community in Chiang Mai.

Siamaya Chocolate is based in the ancient northern city of Chiang Mai, a perennially popular spot on the Thailand tourist route.

Its most popular flavors are the award-winning Chiang Mai bar with honey and floral notes, and the Chumphon bar, which leans richer with chocolatey flavors and hints of brownie and caramel.

White also was struck by a fit of inspiration when he came down with bronchitis while in the city of Chiang Mai.

In 2009 one planned Pride march in Chiang Mai had to be abandoned because of the threat of violence.