Family Thai

“Arnold’s connection to the food of his culture is very personal, and the result is a book brimming with vibrancy and joy!” * Andy Ricker, James Beard Award–winner and founder of Pok Pok *“Chef Arnold’s book, restaurant, and spirit are a high-definition snapshot of where Thai cuisine is today.” * Justin Pichetrungsi, James Beard Award–winner at Anajak Thai *“This book is a family tie (pun intended!) to Arnold’s incredible mom and a warm invitation to anyone who loves great food.” * Carla Hall, chef, author, and television host *“Family Thai takes you on a beautiful journey of family and tradition while opening you up to the world of Thai cuisine and culture.” * Tue Nguyen, chef and author of Ði An *“Arnold’s unique perspective and welcoming style make this a delicious, joyful adventure.” * Gail Simmons, television host and author of Bringing It Home *“Chef Arnold Myint’s true love for Thai cuisine shines through on every page, making this book a true celebration of identity and tradition.” * Somjai Taphaopong, consul general of Thailand in New York *“Family Thai belongs dog-eared and stained in the kitchen of everyone that loves Thai cuisine.” * Tiffani Faison, chef and restaurateur *“In Family Thai, Arnold shows off the delicious, vibrant dishes that have made not only Nashville, but the whole country fall in love with delicious Thai flavors.” * Maneet Chauhan, chef, author, and Food Network personality *“If you’ve never stuffed Patti’s famous fifty-ingredient salad into your mouth, have you even lived? In Family Thai, Arnold continues her spirit with showgirl surprise, love for his family, and culinary expertise.” * Sutan Amrull (Raja), drag icon, multimedia artist, and winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race *“This book will teach you everything you need to know about cooking an array of bright, bold, and beautiful Thai dishes at home.” * Jesse Szewczyk, food editor and author of Cookies *“Family Thai is a must-have, informed by tradition and history.” * Frankie Celenza, Emmy Award–winning culinary host and author of Easy, Affordable, Tasty *“I remember living in Nashville years ago, and one of the few constants in my life was Arnold’s cooking. I’m so happy he’s getting to share all that laughter, love, and food with the world.” * Brooke Lynn Hytes, drag artist and host of Canada’s Drag Race *

Arnold Myint is a James Beard Award–nominated chef, recipe developer, TV personality, cooking content creator, Thai food enthusiast, former competitive figure skater, and mixologist. Myint competed on season 7 of Top Chef, as well as season 11 of Food Network Star. He has cooked in New York and Los Angeles and studied at the Institute of Culinary Education. His real training began during his childhood at International Market & Restaurant, his parents’ Thai restaurant that opened in 1975 and remains a mainstay of Nashville’s culinary scene under his leadership. He lives in Nashville.