The folk music of Thailand’s northeastern Isaan region is known as morlum and it follows a familiar theme. Typically, a young, wet-behind-the-ears girl or boy leaves the emerald rice paddies to ...

What makes this restaurant stand out is that it focuses on food from the Isaan (North Eastern) region of Thailand. Isan food has perfectly mastered the balance of sour and spice using vegetables ...

It also lacks the basil-dominated stir-fries found on most Thai menus. Indeed, it sports a much higher proportion of Isaan dishes than any other place in town, enough to call itself an Isaan ...

Specialising in Thai cuisine, Chef Wachira has dug into his culinary repertoire to design a carefully selected menu showcasing the Isaan region’s bold flavours and simple preparation.

When Thai people think of Isaan, the country’s north east, usually the first thing that comes to mind is the food. Isaan cuisine is characterised by its simple, local ingredients and punchy ...

If you’ve been to Thailand, the chances are you’ve met people from Isaan without realising it. The hotel receptionist in Phuket, the tuk-tuk driver in Chiang Mai, the bartender in Hua Hin or ...

A soft opening was held in June at Isaan Thai Star’s new spot at 41-43 North Seventh St., Hudson, formerly known as the site of The Blue Anchor and, more recently, Bagel Tyme. The building was ...