Serving Up Family, Flavor, and Nashville History with Anna and Arnold Myint

In this flavorful episode of Hey Sis, Eat This, Whitney puts her stalking skills to good use and brings us a culinary dream team: Chef Arnold Myint and his sister, restaurateur Anna Myint! This dynamic sibling duo gives us the ultimate insider look into their family’s rich history behind Nashville’s iconic International Market.

From the vision of their trailblazing parents, Patti (Mama Myint,) and Win, who started the first Thai restaurant in Nashville in 1975, to the siblings own journey reopening and reimagining this cherished spot, Anna and Arnold share heartwarming and hilarious stories about growing up in a restaurant, Mama Myint’s spicy personality, and how her recipes continue to inspire.

Get ready for tales of tiny egg rolls, beef jerky road trips, and a love for orange booths that shaped their legacy. Plus, hear how Mama Myint balanced hard work and hard play, and why her glass of red wine with Lay's sour cream and onion chips is the pairing we didn’t know we needed.

Discover the why behind Arnold and Anna’s desire to reopen International Market after its original closure, exploring the importance of honoring their heritage and customers as they evolve the restaurant. They also touch on the restaurant's recognition by the Royal Thai Government and the impact of their family’s culinary roots on Nashville's diverse food scene. This is one episode that celebrates family, food, and everything in between. Don’t miss it!

Everything Arnold & Anna:

Instagram: @arnoldmyintbna

Instagram: @annamyint

Instagram: @imnashville

Restaurant: International Market

What you'll hear:

• What we've been cookin', who we've been entertainin', and any kitchen conundrums of the week... often in our Momma's Texas accent

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