Located in the northeastern area of Thailand and with influences from Laos and Cambodia, Esan cuisine, is known to be a little spicer and richer in herbs and sauces. Deceivingly simple, each dish is distinct, aromatic, and multi-dimensional. With every dish, there is a sweet, salty, spicy, sour, and savory component and with each bite, a new layer of flavor unfolds. Sticky rice is a favorite and fun pairing with almost any dish from this region along with family-style sharing. Fresh and exotic ingredients are essential and is what makes Esan food unique. Thai Esan takes pride in using the best ingredients to elevate the natural flavors of traditional Esan food. Pui hand picks produce daily so only the freshest ingredients are used while natural (non-refined) palm sugar and Thai spices from Rodger's hometown, Phetchburi, are imported to ensure the taste is true to Esan. Som tum papaya salad, larb spicy salad, and Esan fermented sausage are favorites classics from this region as they exemplify the true flavors profiles of Esan. We hope you enjoy!