Thai Esane
5-Course SE Asian Celebration Tasting Event
Named to Eater Nashville’s prestigious "38 Essential Restaurants" List ('22), as well as Thrillist's "25 Most Essential Nashville Food Experiences" List ('22), this eatery from Executive Chef/Owner Nina Singto has been bringing the freshest and most authentic Thai and Lao food to Music City since 2019, when it started life on South Street. Now, in more upscale digs on Division Street, with a six-foot golden Buddha holding court, Thai Esane continues to please diners with everything from iconic Pad Thai to Malaysian-style noodles, basil eggplant, Thai-style lo mein, Bangkok wings, panang curry, papaya salad, and so much more. Originally from Arkansas, the self-taught Chef Singto is now working her magic in three locations. Her vibrant nature, passion for food, and spirit of hospitality has made her a welcome guest on the Food Network’s Guy’s Grocery Games, Bite Club, and Chopped. We are excited to visit with Chef Singto and to hear her thoughts as she takes your questions and discusses the splendors of Southeast Asian cuisine.
About the Host:
Nina Singto
Executive Chef/Owner
From Ft. Smith, Arkansas, Chef Nina Singto recognized her culinary calling just eight years ago when she founded Thai Esane. Singto is self-taught and has a gifted natural talent behind the main line taking her skills she learned at home to the restaurant. Since then, she has sprinkled her signature “Nina Hot” across Nashville with locations in Brentwood, Midtown, and 5th & Broadway. Chef Singto can be seen on Food Network’s Guy’s Grocery Games, Bite Club, and Chopped.
The Lineup
All courses will be individually plated.
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Summer Rolls
with fresh vegetables, shrimp, rice paper, and peanut sauce
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Drunken Noodles
with chicken, bell peppers, onion, bok choy, broccoli, and basil
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Chicken Larb Wrap
with thai herbs
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Pad Kra Pao
with minced pork, bell pepper, onion, basil, broccoli, fried egg, and white rice
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Banana Sticky Rice
with sesame seeds and creamy coconut
Thai Esane
1520 Division St
Nashville, TN 37203
Event FAQs
- Do I have to bring printed tickets to the event?
- No tickets are needed.
- What does the ticket price cover?
- The ticket price covers the full cost of the meal.
- Do guests need to be of a certain age to attend this event?
- Yes. All attendees must be 21+ to gain entry.
- What must I bring to the event?
- Please make sure to bring a government-issued photo ID.
- Can I bring guests/non-members to this event?
- Yep! For this event, guest tickets are $75 + tax & tip, and you can bring up to 3 guests. Please note, guests are not allowed to attend unaccompanied by a member.
- 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 COVID safety precautions will be taken at this event?
- At this event, we will be accommodating all requests for separate tables rather than communal seating. Additionally, all food will be served individually-plated rather than family-style. As per local guidelines, as well as the restaurant’s own policy, attendees will not be required to present proof of vaccination for entry.
- What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- At this event the chef will provide substitutions for critical food allergies/dietary restrictions but will not make menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). If you have restrictions/allergies, please make sure to Update Your Dietary Restrictions within your Account Info before or after you purchase tickets, or email us at support@tastingcollective.com after you purchase tickets to let us know.
