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 ...

Characterised by its extra sour and spicy flavours, Thai Isaan food is heavily influenced by the neighbouring countries of Laos and Cambodia. At Mera in Damansara Kim, Selangor, a new Isaan-born ...

But Isaan food warrants more discussion. It's an extraordinary cuisine, but is also one that's absolutely wacky, seemingly designed to aggravate the casual eater’s palate. The ingredients are ...

Authenticity is always a dangerous concept, but let’s just say this version, along with that of the other two places, will give you a clearer picture of what Isaan food is like. Somtum’s ...

You're at Koreatown's Isaan Station, one of the best Thai establishments outside of Thai Town in Los Angeles (second perhaps only to Night + Market) serving the increasingly popular sour ...

Inspired by a street food dish that’s everywhere in Isaan, their version of ping gai ($12) is marinated BBQ chicken topped with fried onions served with sticky rice and a sweet, spicy corn salad ...

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 ...

Zachary Feldman reviewed three recently opened Isaan eateries in this week’s paper, examining the history of Thai food in the city along the way. “New York City’s introduction to Thai food ...

Ask a dozen experts what Isaan is, and you’ll get 12 different answers. All agree that the food is more fiery and less fussy, favoring ground-meat salads, Chinese-leaning noodles, Mekong River ...

Are you craving Thai food yet? Well, you have until February 28 to appease your tummy and palate at Zega, where you can savour authentic Isaan food, cooked with love and bursting with fresh flavours.