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The Truth About ‘Thai Spicy’
In this episode, Chef Hong and Chef Pailin unpack what “spicy” really means — from chilies to spices, heat to flavor. They share stories from their own kitchens and careers, plus listener anecdotes, to explore how restaurants manage spice levels, why chefs may (or may not) adjust heat for different diners, and whether Thai food has to be spicy to be “authentic.”
Along the way, they bust the myth of “Thai spicy,” talk about balance over bravado, and offer practical tips for enjoying chili heat without losing flavor. A lively, flavorful conversation that proves spice is about joy and choice — not just about how much heat you can handle.
About the Hosts
Hong Thaimee
Chef, entrepreneur, and storyteller behind Thaimee Love in NYC, Hong is passionate about sharing the heart of Thai culture through food. She also curates experiences on CookUnity and runs her shop at hongthaimee.com.
Instagram: @hongthaimee
YouTube: @hongthaimee
TikTok: hot-thai-kitchen.com.
YouTube: Pailin’s Kitchen
Recipes: hot-thai-kitchen.com
Cookbooks: Hot Thai Kitchen Cookbooks
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By Hong Thaimee
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In this episode, Chef Hong and Chef Pailin unpack what “spicy” really means — from chilies to spices, heat to flavor. They share stories from their own kitchens and careers, plus listener anecdotes, to explore how restaurants manage spice levels, why chefs may (or may not) adjust heat for different diners, and whether Thai food has to be spicy to be “authentic.”
Along the way, they bust the myth of “Thai spicy,” talk about balance over bravado, and offer practical tips for enjoying chili heat without losing flavor. A lively, flavorful conversation that proves spice is about joy and choice — not just about how much heat you can handle.
About the Hosts
Hong Thaimee
Chef, entrepreneur, and storyteller behind Thaimee Love in NYC, Hong is passionate about sharing the heart of Thai culture through food. She also curates experiences on CookUnity and runs her shop at hongthaimee.com.
Instagram: @hongthaimee
YouTube: @hongthaimee
TikTok: hot-thai-kitchen.com.
YouTube: Pailin’s Kitchen
Recipes: hot-thai-kitchen.com
Cookbooks: Hot Thai Kitchen Cookbooks
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