Sabai Talk Podcast

Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.

In this episode Hong and Pailin talk about Lunar New Year (or as it’s known in Thailand, Chinese New Year) in Thailand. Do people celebrate it in Thailand, if so what are the customs and traditions, and most importantly what are the foods? 

Connect with us at [email protected]

As Mentioned in the Episode:

Ceremonial Chicken Stir Fry (gai kem): https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/gai-kem-v2/

Hong Thaimee

A Chef's Guide To Celebrating Lunar New Year: https://www.hongthaimee.com/lifestyle/a-chefs-guide-to-celebrating-lunar-new-year

Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee 

Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop

Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee 

Pailin Chongchitnant

Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen

All of Pailin’s Recipes https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/ 

Pailin’s Cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/

Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.

In this episode Hong and Pailin talk about Lunar New Year (or as it’s known in Thailand, Chinese New Year) in Thailand. Do people celebrate it in Thailand, if so what are the customs and traditions, and most importantly what are the foods? 

Connect with us at [email protected]

As Mentioned in the Episode:

Ceremonial Chicken Stir Fry (gai kem): https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/gai-kem-v2/

Hong Thaimee

A Chef's Guide To Celebrating Lunar New Year: https://www.hongthaimee.com/lifestyle/a-chefs-guide-to-celebrating-lunar-new-year

Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee 

Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop

Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee 

Pailin Chongchitnant

Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen

All of Pailin’s Recipes https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/ 

Pailin’s Cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/

Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.

In this episode Hong and Pailin talk about Pad Gaprao, aka Pad Kra Pao, and discuss what it should be the real national dish of Thailand. We discuss variations of the dish, our childhood memories of this ubiquitous dish, and tips for making it at home.

Connect with us at [email protected]

As Mentioned in the Episode:

Pad Gaprao Recipe with Veggies: https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/holy-basil-stir-fry/

Old-School Pad Gaprao Recipe: https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/pad-kra-pao-beef/

The Madness of Spelling Thai Words in English: https://youtu.be/bRHqKWg2-fQ 

Hong Thaimee

Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee 

Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop

Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee 

Pailin Chongchitnant

Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen

All of Pailin’s Recipes https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/ 

Pailin’s Cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/

Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.

In this episode Hong and Pailin talk about Pad Gaprao, aka Pad Kra Pao, and discuss what it should be the real national dish of Thailand. We discuss variations of the dish, our childhood memories of this ubiquitous dish, and tips for making it at home.

Connect with us at [email protected]

As Mentioned in the Episode:

Pad Gaprao Recipe with Veggies: https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/holy-basil-stir-fry/

Old-School Pad Gaprao Recipe: https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/pad-kra-pao-beef/

The Madness of Spelling Thai Words in English: https://youtu.be/bRHqKWg2-fQ 

Hong Thaimee

Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee 

Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop

Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee 

Pailin Chongchitnant

Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen

All of Pailin’s Recipes https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/ 

Pailin’s Cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/

Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.

In this episode Hong and Pailin talk about the iconic Thai dish, laab. They cover many topics including the fact that laab refers to two entirely different Thai dishes. You’ll learn about why “larb” is a gross mispronunciation, the origin of laab, and of course their tips for making both types of laab at home. 

Connect with us at [email protected]

As Mentioned in the Episode:

Buy Laab Spice Mix: https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop/p/chiang-mai-style-laab-chili-powder 

Northern Laab Recipe: https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/laab-kua/

Northeastern (Isaan) Laab Recipe: https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/laab-moo/

Video: Spelling Thai Words in English: https://youtu.be/bRHqKWg2-fQ  

Hong Thaimee

Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee 

Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop

Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee 

Pailin Chongchitnant

Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen

Pailin’s Cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/

Pailin’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hotthaikitchen

Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.

In this episode Hong and Pailin talk about the iconic Thai dish, laab. They cover many topics including the fact that laab refers to two entirely different Thai dishes. You’ll learn about why “larb” is a gross mispronunciation, the origin of laab, and of course their tips for making both types of laab at home. 

Connect with us at [email protected]

As Mentioned in the Episode:

Buy Laab Spice Mix: https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop/p/chiang-mai-style-laab-chili-powder 

Northern Laab Recipe: https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/laab-kua/

Northeastern (Isaan) Laab Recipe: https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/laab-moo/

Video: Spelling Thai Words in English: https://youtu.be/bRHqKWg2-fQ  

Hong Thaimee

Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee 

Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop

Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee 

Pailin Chongchitnant

Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen

Pailin’s Cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/

Pailin’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hotthaikitchen

Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.

In this episode Hong and Pailin talk about the beloved Thai green papaya salad or som tum. We share our fond papaya salad memories, talk about its history, our favorite variations, and tips for making it at home without the traditional mortar and pestle. 

Connect with us at [email protected]

Hong Thaimee

Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee 

Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop

Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee 

Pailin Chongchitnant

Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen

Pailin’s Cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/

Pailin’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hotthaikitchen

Recipes Mentioned in the Episode:

Green Papaya Salad (Thai style)

Corn & Cucumber Som Tum

Pad Mee Korat (noodle stir fry to eat with papaya salad)

Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.

In this episode Hong and Pailin talk about the beloved Thai green papaya salad or som tum. We share our fond papaya salad memories, talk about its history, our favorite variations, and tips for making it at home without the traditional mortar and pestle. 

Connect with us at [email protected]

Hong Thaimee

Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee 

Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop

Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee 

Pailin Chongchitnant

Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen

Pailin’s Cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/

Pailin’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hotthaikitchen

Recipes Mentioned in the Episode:

Green Papaya Salad (Thai style)

Corn & Cucumber Som Tum

Pad Mee Korat (noodle stir fry to eat with papaya salad)

Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.

In this episode Hong and Pailin bust common myths and stereotypes related to Thai food. They set the records straight on peanut sauce, ginger, spicy Thai food, and more.

Connect with us at [email protected]

Hong Thaimee

Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee 

Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop

Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee 

Pailin Chongchitnant

Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen

Pailin’s cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/

Pailin’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hotthaikitchen

Recipes Mentioned in the Episode:

Thai Satay Sauce

Thai Peanut Dressing (Salad Kaeg)

How to Eat Thai Food Correctly (video)

Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.

In this episode Hong and Pailin bust common myths and stereotypes related to Thai food. They set the records straight on peanut sauce, ginger, spicy Thai food, and more.

Connect with us at [email protected]

Hong Thaimee

Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee 

Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop

Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee 

Pailin Chongchitnant

Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen

Pailin’s cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/

Pailin’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hotthaikitchen

Recipes Mentioned in the Episode:

Thai Satay Sauce

Thai Peanut Dressing (Salad Kaeg)

How to Eat Thai Food Correctly (video)