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Kat Thompson

Kat Thompson is a Bangkok-born, LA-raised staff food writer. When not eating—or writing about eating—you can find her playing Settlers of Catan or reading sappy YA novels.

Articles by Kat

By Kat Thompson

Celebrate Solar New Year With Inspiration From These Southeast Asian Chefs

On the menu is tom yum, larb, cassava cake, and more.

By Kat Thompson

By Kat Thompson

The 14 Best Thai Restaurants in NYC

Celebrate Thai New Year at these eateries.

By Kat Thompson

By Kat Thompson

These Are the Best Instant Noodles to Satisfy Your Ramen Cravings

Instant happiness.

By Kat Thompson

By Kat Thompson

More Micro Food Businesses Are Finding a Home on Etsy

The online DIY marketplace has seen a huge growth in food sellers.

By Kat Thompson

By Kat Thompson

Tajín Is the Magical Mexican Seasoning You Need In Your Life

The salty, spicy, and sour seasoning blend can be used to upgrade popsicles, corn, and spears of pineapple.

By Kat Thompson

By Kat Thompson

Eat Your Way Through East Hollywood’s Thai Town This Songkran

Celebrate Thai New Year in this six-block haven for Thai food.

By Kat Thompson

By Multiple Authors

What's the Difference Between Fast Food & Fast Casual?

The answer isn't always clear.

By Multiple Authors

By Kat Thompson

Pepper Thai Pours Teigen Family Traditions Into Her New Cookbook

The chef and mother of Chrissy Teigen opens up about her Thai-American life.

By Kat Thompson

Weekend Project

By Kat Thompson

Weekend Project: Celebrate Thai New Year With This Fiery Basil Stir Fry Recipe

Pad krapow is an everyday meal for Soothr co-founder Joel Chidensee, who especially loves it on Songkran.

By Kat Thompson

By Kat Thompson

Why Sprinkles Are Suddenly Turning Couture

Sprinkle creators are dreaming up whimsical color palettes and enhancing bakes with eye-catching confectionery.

By Kat Thompson

By Kat Thompson

Sheldon Simeon Defines Hawaii Food on His Own Terms

The 'Top Chef' alumnus discusses what distinguishes Hawaii or local cuisine from Hawaiian food and shares a recipe for chicken hekka.

By Kat Thompson

By Kat Thompson

Umamicart Is Reimagining the Way We Buy Asian Groceries

From bok choy to jars of Lao Gan Ma, Umamicart wants to connect consumers with their favorite Asian ingredients online.

By Kat Thompson