Taurus Ox
Day 1: 5-Course Revisiting Laotian Roots Tasting Series
This exceptional Laotian eatery may have arrived on Capitol Hill in 2019 but it has certainly kept things fresh over the years, landing on two of Eater’s 2025 Lists: “38 Essential Seattle Restaurants” and “Best Southeast Asian in Seattle.” Hosting Chef/Owner Khampaeng Panyathong and Co-Chef Jenessa Sneva first met shucking oysters at Elliot’s Oyster House. Now, they are a dynamic culinary duo who own three successful restaurants in Seattle: Taurus Ox, Ox Burger, and the Laotian-influenced pizzeria Ananas. At Taurus Ox, they're delighting diners with classic Laotian fare like thom khem (caramelized pork belly and tamari-cured egg stewed with ginger and garlic), chicken laap (minced chicken and herb salad with lime, chili, and toasted rice powder, served in lettuce wraps), and yellow gaeng (yellow curry with bamboo, kabocha squash, eggplant, mushrooms, and basil). “The food is striking…drive-across-town good,” says Seattle Met, while Seattle Times says, “Beyond Seattle’s best burger lies even more greatness…the kind of food that makes you massively glad to be alive to eat it.” All to say, is there any question that this event is an absolute must? Join us!
About the Host:
Khampaeng Panyathong
Chef/Owner
A Laos native, Chef Khampaeng Panyathong graduated from Seattle College - North's Culinary Academy. He proceeded to hone his craft at celebrated Herbfarm among others. In addition to Taurus Ox, he is also the owner of Ox Burger on Capitol Hill and Ananas on First Hill.
The Lineup
All courses will be individually plated. This menu will be Nut Free. For the list of restrictions Chef is accommodating, scroll to the bottom of this page.
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Or Lam Lao Stew
green eggplant, green bean, sweet potato leaf, mushroom, luffa squash, lime, basil, dill
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Mak Ken Pepper Shrimp
whole shrimp, lao prickly ash pepper, jeow som dipping sauce
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Weeping Bull Steak Salad
tri-tip steak, toasted rice powder, fish sauce, chili, lime, mixed herbs
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Khao Soi
tua nao pork bolognese, cured pork belly, fried egg, pork rind, egg, pork rind, jasmine rice, jeow bong mayo
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Kabocha Crème Brûlée
fruit, whipped cream, pumpkin seed
Taurus Ox
903 19th Ave E
Seattle, WA 98112
Event FAQs
- Do guests need to be of a certain age to attend this event?
- Yes. All attendees must be 21+ to gain entry.
- Does this restaurant allow BYOB?
- No. This restaurant is a non-BYO establishment. Outside alcohol will not be permitted at this event.
- Will this event be handicap acccessible?
- According to the restaurant, this event is handicap accessible. If applicable however, please email support@tastingcollective.com with your needs to ensure proper accommodations.
- What is the event ticket cancellation/refund policy?
- Restaurants purchase the food for our events 14 days before the event date, at which point we are on the hook for the cost of your ticket. As such, we are not able to offer refunds (or credits towards future events) for any cancellation requests submitted within 14 days of the event date. We will, however, issue full refunds for all cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days before the event date. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to support@tastingcollective.com.
- What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- Due to the large-format nature of our events, restaurants are not able to accommodate all dietary restrictions/food allergies or make any menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). This restaurant will be offering substitutions exclusively for the following restrictions/allergies: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Dairy, Gluten, Fish, Shellfish, Mushroom. They are NOT accommodating restrictions related to the following ingredients: Garlic (cooked), Garlic (raw), Onion (cooked), Scallion, Shallot. If you have any of these restrictions/allergies, please make sure to note this in your profile (in the “Event Preferences” section) either before or right after purchasing your tickets so Chef can prepare accordingly.
