Tag #Chef Nutcha Phanthoupheng

What is the significance of Baan Lao's award, and how does it impact Steveston and perceptions of Thai cuisine?

Baan Lao, a 20-seat restaurant in Steveston, British Columbia, was named Canada's best restaurant at the World Culinary Awards. Chef Nutcha Phanthoupheng's 13-course, $195 tasting menu features refined Royal Thai cuisine, challenging Western perceptions of Thai food as solely street food. This unexpected accolade propelled Steveston, a previously under-the-radar village, into the culinary spotlight.