🇨🇦 Vancouver's Hidden Gem Thai Spot | Longtail Kitchen
Tucked away in New Westminster, Longtail Kitchen is a casual Thai eatery from celebrity chef Angus An (the mastermind behind Michelin-recommended Maenam). Known for putting modern twists on traditional Thai flavors, this place proves that great food doesn't need fancy digs—it just needs passion. Speaking of passion… Is Angus An a genius? Maybe. But more than that, he’s a testament to what happens when talent meets relentless effort. While waiting for our food, I stumbled upon a video of table tennis legend Ma Long training—hours upon hours of grueling practice. It hit me: We often doubt "hard work" because we’ve never truly committed to it. Real mastery isn’t about being born gifted—it’s about turning weaknesses into strengths through sheer repetition. Talent might get you in the door, but discipline is what keeps you there. So… have you really put in the work? 😏 THE FOOD 🍽️ 🍗 CHICKEN WINGS Absolute must-order! Crispy, juicy, with a sweet-savory-spicy glaze that’ll make you question every other wing you’ve eaten. 🧋 THAI MILK TEA Creamier than most—solid, but not mind-blowing. 🍜 PAD SEE EW (BEEF) WOK HEI FOR THE WIN! Chewy rice noodles, smoky char, and tender beef—if you love dry-fried ho fun, this’ll be your new obsession. 🍛 BASIL BEEF WITH FRIED EGG I didn’t plan to steal bites… but here we are. Bold, garlicky, and packed with umami. Way better than pad kra pao (fight me). Pro tip: Mix the runny yolk into the rice. (PS: The fact that this is food court-level pricing but tastes this good? Chef’s kiss. A friend also grabbed their salted egg chili sauce—apparently life-changing on noodles. How do we use this magic potion? Someone enlighten us!) Final verdict? Every dish slaps. It’s affordable, flavor-packed, and proof that Angus An doesn’t miss. What’s your go-to Thai dish? Wings? Drunken noodles? Or are you team basil beef too? Drop your picks below! 👇 #FoodieVancouver #ThaiFood #HiddenGems #VancouverEats #ChefLife #GlobalEats
