“The name Thai Baan refers to the tradition of home cooking-baan means “house” or “home” in Thai-but for Pakaraphag and Jeffords, home isn't just a place-it's the people you eat with, talk with, and drink with.
— Margot Isaacs
“Digging into the menu, the new Wassaic restaurant creates food for all occasions, bringing the best of Thai cuisine to the region — with a fresh twist.”
— Kayla Sexton of Hudson Valley
The menu is rooted in traditional Thai flavors with signature dishes like a rich short rib massaman curry and the classic coconut-chicken soup, tom kha gai.
— Bloomberg
“For years, I wish there was a Thai restaurant here, That wish has been granted by husband-and-wife team Jason Jeffords III and Arunee Pakaraphag, and their restaurant, Thai Baan at Tenmile Distillery in Wassaic.”
— Christopher Stella of Dutchess Magazine
“Cooking is actually more fun than anything else for me,” Pakaraphag said.
“Sure, I’ve been fortunate enough to enjoy some really amazing food in my life, but few of those were experiences. And Thai Baan certainly has the whole package when it comes to a complete culinary experience.”
- Thorunn Kristjansdottir