New Michigan Restaurant Opens With Homemade Recipes
It’s always such a happy thing when a new Michigan restaurant opens, especially when it’s a locally-owned spot. If it’s a restaurant with homemade recipes, that’s even better. Now, there’s a new Michigan restaurant opening, and they have totally homemade recipes with very authentic food.
Michigan Restaurant Offers Authentic, Homemade Cuisine
A new Thai restaurant is opening in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on Wealthy Street. The restaurant’s soft opening happened last week, according to Wood TV News 8, and more than 100 people signed up for the soft opening on social media. The new spot, Thai Table, is located at 950 Wealthy St. SE near Diamond Avenue.
Owner Pennapa Wichian and her husband, Eakkasak Kaosa-ard, told News 8 that they’re super happy about the restaurant’s opening. “I’m excited,” Wichian told the outlet. “This is our first day, we wake up early and … last night I cannot sleep, so excited.”
The couple came to the United States from Thailand last Christmas. They told News 8 that they wanted to open Thai Table to bring their authentic, homemade Thai recipes to the Grand Rapid area and greater Michigan. “The menu will feature recipes Wichian learned from her mom, like a Thai omelet soup, a recipe she recently entered in Meals on Wheel’s Annual Chef’s Specialty competition,” according to News 8. Also expect plenty of traditional Thai dishes made from recipes passed down from Wicsian’s family members, as well as sushi, milk tea and more.
The couple has a description on the restaurant’s website of their vision for Thai Table and the origin on the name. “The origin of the name ‘Thai Table’ was inspired by wanting the diners to be happy,” they stated. “Therefore, we have a concept to serve happiness and smiles, along with delicious food. The warm atmosphere is having a meal like a Thai family to your table.” I think it’s really cool that they want you to feel like you’re actually having a dish just like a Thai family would at this restaurant.
Thai Table is already getting some good buzz on social media. They just recently launched, and they already have nearly 300 followers, which I think is a great start.
“I feel good because it takes all effort for this business,” Wicsian said in a separate interview with WZZM. “When I see it go up and I see success, it feels so good. Like I said, the effort is more than 100 percent. My hands, my mind, my brain, everything is pushed towards here.”
You Should Probably Skip These Foods At A Breakfast Buffet
Eggs
Many establishments opt for powdered eggs instead of fresh ones, as it’s a cost-effective way to prepare large quantities of scrambled eggs to cater to numerous guests at once. However, powdered eggs cannot compare to the taste, texture, and color of their fresh counterparts. Another concern lies in the fact that these eggs are pre-cooked, which means they might sit at unsafe temperatures for extended periods.
According to the FDA, serving eggs immediately after cooking is crucial to prevent foodborne illnesses. Unfortunately, in a buffet setting, it’s challenging to determine how long the eggs have been sitting out.
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Fruit
Unless you witnessed the fruit being freshly prepared in the kitchen, it’s nearly impossible to gauge how long that eye-catching fruit display has been sitting there. According to the FDA, when fruits are cut, their protective skins are breached, leaving the flesh vulnerable to the surrounding environment and any potential bacteria. This creates two primary reasons that heighten the risk of contamination. Firstly, cutting the fruit makes its water content and nutrients readily available to microorganisms. Secondly, without any heating process, disease-causing germs aren’t eliminated, further contributing to the potential hazards of consuming cut fruits from a buffet display.
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Waffles
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There’s a joy of pouring your own batter into a Belgian waffle maker, flipping it eagerly, and waiting for that gratifying green light before embellishing it with toppings. However, it’s best to exercise caution and avoid the waffle station. As per TikToker Brandi Augustus, a former hotel employee, the waffle batter served there is often old and sour. Instead of disposing of the old batter, new batter is mixed with it. It’s worth noting that not all places offering breakfast buffets adhere to this practice, but it’s wise to stay informed and make a decision based on the circumstances.
