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"Rooted in a family legacy that reaches back to a grandmother who cooked at Bangkok’s Royal Palace, this sibling-run spot honors Isaan cooking from Thailand’s northeast, known for punchy, bold flavors; spiciness; fermented and smoky aromas; crunchy textures; and plenty of fresh herbs. Proximity to Mexico and California’s rich agriculture fuels remarkably fresh herbs, vegetables, chilies, citrus, and seafood that align naturally with Thai flavor profiles. Weekly specials spotlight seasonal produce, and a standout is the locally caught rockfish served in a tamarind-based sauce with fish sauce, palm sugar, Thai herbs, and crushed peanuts; caught specifically for the kitchen, it appears only when the day’s catch allows, connecting diners to fishermen and the coastline." - Daniel He