Trang Municipal Morning Market (Talat Tai)

This is the heart of the city’s breakfast scene and your best first stop for authentic Moo Yang Trang. Dozens of roasters supply vendors here, and the most popular stalls often start carving soon after dawn and sell out by mid-morning. Use your senses, look for a glossy, deep-amber rind without burnt patches, and listen for that telltale crackle when the vendor taps the skin. Ask for a mixed portion, some lean, some fatty, and a few shards of pure crackling, then add a small bag of the light, tangy-sweet dipping sauce. Expect queues on weekends and holidays, since locals buy by the kilo for family spreads. If you’re continuing onward to the islands or returning to the airport, most stalls will double-wrap, which helps the skin stay crisp for a few hours. Cash is still king, though many vendors also accept Thai QR payments.