Sabai Talk Podcast
A conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture, from the most visible Thai women chefs in media – Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.
Podcast Description
A conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture, from the most visible Thai women chefs in media – Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.
Episodes

Jan 30, 2025
Jan 30, 2025
58 min
Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.
In this episode Hong and Pailin talk about Lunar New Year (or as it’s known in Thailand, Chinese New Year) in Thailand. Do people celebrate it in Thailand, if so what are the customs and traditions, and most importantly what are the foods?
Connect with us at sabaitalk@hongthaimee.com
As Mentioned in the Episode:
Ceremonial Chicken Stir Fry (gai kem): https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/gai-kem-v2/
Hong Thaimee
A Chef's Guide To Celebrating Lunar New Year: https://www.hongthaimee.com/lifestyle/a-chefs-guide-to-celebrating-lunar-new-year
Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee
Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop
Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee
Pailin Chongchitnant
Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen
All of Pailin’s Recipes https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/
Pailin’s Cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/

Jan 30, 2025
Jan 30, 2025
58 min
Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.
In this episode Hong and Pailin talk about Lunar New Year (or as it’s known in Thailand, Chinese New Year) in Thailand. Do people celebrate it in Thailand, if so what are the customs and traditions, and most importantly what are the foods?
Connect with us at sabaitalk@hongthaimee.com
As Mentioned in the Episode:
Ceremonial Chicken Stir Fry (gai kem): https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/gai-kem-v2/
Hong Thaimee
A Chef's Guide To Celebrating Lunar New Year: https://www.hongthaimee.com/lifestyle/a-chefs-guide-to-celebrating-lunar-new-year
Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee
Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop
Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee
Pailin Chongchitnant
Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen
All of Pailin’s Recipes https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/
Pailin’s Cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/

Oct 17, 2024
Oct 17, 2024
43 min
Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.
In this episode Hong and Pailin talk about Pad Gaprao, aka Pad Kra Pao, and discuss what it should be the real national dish of Thailand. We discuss variations of the dish, our childhood memories of this ubiquitous dish, and tips for making it at home.
Connect with us at sabaitalk@hongthaimee.com
As Mentioned in the Episode:
Pad Gaprao Recipe with Veggies: https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/holy-basil-stir-fry/
Old-School Pad Gaprao Recipe: https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/pad-kra-pao-beef/
The Madness of Spelling Thai Words in English: https://youtu.be/bRHqKWg2-fQ
Hong Thaimee
Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee
Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop
Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee
Pailin Chongchitnant
Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen
All of Pailin’s Recipes https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/
Pailin’s Cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/

Oct 17, 2024
Oct 17, 2024
43 min
Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.
In this episode Hong and Pailin talk about Pad Gaprao, aka Pad Kra Pao, and discuss what it should be the real national dish of Thailand. We discuss variations of the dish, our childhood memories of this ubiquitous dish, and tips for making it at home.
Connect with us at sabaitalk@hongthaimee.com
As Mentioned in the Episode:
Pad Gaprao Recipe with Veggies: https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/holy-basil-stir-fry/
Old-School Pad Gaprao Recipe: https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/pad-kra-pao-beef/
The Madness of Spelling Thai Words in English: https://youtu.be/bRHqKWg2-fQ
Hong Thaimee
Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee
Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop
Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee
Pailin Chongchitnant
Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen
All of Pailin’s Recipes https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/
Pailin’s Cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/

Oct 3, 2024
Oct 3, 2024
36 min
Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.
In this episode Hong and Pailin talk about the iconic Thai dish, laab. They cover many topics including the fact that laab refers to two entirely different Thai dishes. You’ll learn about why “larb” is a gross mispronunciation, the origin of laab, and of course their tips for making both types of laab at home.
Connect with us at sabaitalk@hongthaimee.com
As Mentioned in the Episode:
Buy Laab Spice Mix: https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop/p/chiang-mai-style-laab-chili-powder
Northern Laab Recipe: https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/laab-kua/
Northeastern (Isaan) Laab Recipe: https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/laab-moo/
Video: Spelling Thai Words in English: https://youtu.be/bRHqKWg2-fQ
Hong Thaimee
Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee
Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop
Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee
Pailin Chongchitnant
Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen
Pailin’s Cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/
Pailin’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hotthaikitchen

Oct 3, 2024
Oct 3, 2024
36 min
Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.
In this episode Hong and Pailin talk about the iconic Thai dish, laab. They cover many topics including the fact that laab refers to two entirely different Thai dishes. You’ll learn about why “larb” is a gross mispronunciation, the origin of laab, and of course their tips for making both types of laab at home.
Connect with us at sabaitalk@hongthaimee.com
As Mentioned in the Episode:
Buy Laab Spice Mix: https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop/p/chiang-mai-style-laab-chili-powder
Northern Laab Recipe: https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/laab-kua/
Northeastern (Isaan) Laab Recipe: https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/laab-moo/
Video: Spelling Thai Words in English: https://youtu.be/bRHqKWg2-fQ
Hong Thaimee
Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee
Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop
Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee
Pailin Chongchitnant
Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen
Pailin’s Cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/
Pailin’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hotthaikitchen

Sep 19, 2024
Sep 19, 2024
47 min
Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.
In this episode Hong and Pailin talk about the beloved Thai green papaya salad or som tum. We share our fond papaya salad memories, talk about its history, our favorite variations, and tips for making it at home without the traditional mortar and pestle.
Connect with us at sabaitalk@hongthaimee.com
Hong Thaimee
Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee
Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop
Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee
Pailin Chongchitnant
Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen
Pailin’s Cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/
Pailin’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hotthaikitchen
Recipes Mentioned in the Episode:
Green Papaya Salad (Thai style)
Corn & Cucumber Som Tum
Pad Mee Korat (noodle stir fry to eat with papaya salad)

Sep 19, 2024
Sep 19, 2024
47 min
Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.
In this episode Hong and Pailin talk about the beloved Thai green papaya salad or som tum. We share our fond papaya salad memories, talk about its history, our favorite variations, and tips for making it at home without the traditional mortar and pestle.
Connect with us at sabaitalk@hongthaimee.com
Hong Thaimee
Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee
Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop
Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee
Pailin Chongchitnant
Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen
Pailin’s Cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/
Pailin’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hotthaikitchen
Recipes Mentioned in the Episode:
Green Papaya Salad (Thai style)
Corn & Cucumber Som Tum
Pad Mee Korat (noodle stir fry to eat with papaya salad)

Sep 5, 2024
Sep 5, 2024
39 min
Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.
In this episode Hong and Pailin bust common myths and stereotypes related to Thai food. They set the records straight on peanut sauce, ginger, spicy Thai food, and more.
Connect with us at sabaitalk@hongthaimee.com
Hong Thaimee
Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee
Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop
Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee
Pailin Chongchitnant
Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen
Pailin’s cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/
Pailin’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hotthaikitchen
Recipes Mentioned in the Episode:
Thai Satay Sauce
Thai Peanut Dressing (Salad Kaeg)
How to Eat Thai Food Correctly (video)

Sep 5, 2024
Sep 5, 2024
39 min
Sabai Talk Podcast is a conversation about Thai food, Thai cooking and Thai culture from the most visible Thai female Chefs in media: Hong Thaimee and Pailin Chongchitnant.
In this episode Hong and Pailin bust common myths and stereotypes related to Thai food. They set the records straight on peanut sauce, ginger, spicy Thai food, and more.
Connect with us at sabaitalk@hongthaimee.com
Hong Thaimee
Hong’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hongthaimee
Hong’s Shop https://www.hongthaimee.com/shop
Hong’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@hongthaimee
Pailin Chongchitnant
Pailin’s YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/pailinskitchen
Pailin’s cookbooks https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/
Pailin’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hotthaikitchen
Recipes Mentioned in the Episode:
Thai Satay Sauce
Thai Peanut Dressing (Salad Kaeg)
How to Eat Thai Food Correctly (video)
Social Media
Hong Thaimee
Hong’s YouTube Channel youtube.com/@hongthaimee
Hong’s Instagram instagram.com/hongthaimee
Hong's Website hongthaimee.com
Pailin Chongchitnant
Pailin’s YouTube Channel youtube.com/pailinskitchen
Pailin’s Instagram instagram.com/hotthaikitchen
Pailin’s cookbooks hot-thai-kitchen.com/htk-cookbook/








