No Passport Required: Authentic Thai Street Market Food Now Available at Kai Yang on Montclair’s “Main Street” Veteran Thai Restaurateur Opens a New Thai Rotisserie Chicken Concept, Kai Yang
Montclair, NJ, September 6, 2018 - A timely new Thai concept arrives in Montclair today: Kai Yang. While ethnic street foods didn’t even start trending until last year, restaurateur Sheree Sarabhaya, the Chef/Owner of popular Thai restaurants (Spice II, Montclair and Boon Thai Kitchen, Livingston), grew up in Bangkok enjoying freshly prepared street market foods such as kai yang, which literally translates to “grilled chicken”. That’s why she’s pleased to open Kai Yang and share this authentic, flavorful food of her youth, where guests will feel as if they’ve entered a colorful, vibrant Thai street market in the 49-seat (1,100sf) space. Fresh, organic chickens will be brined or seasoned with Thai spices, marinade, rotisserie grilled, and served with traditional papaya salad and sticky rice sides (with variations that include pork or beef). The menu will also feature several of her signature Thai dishes from Spice II, which closed at the end of August to make way for Kai Yang. Kai Yang is open daily, Wednesday to Monday (closed Tuesdays), conveniently located on Bloomfield Avenue near The Wellmont Theater and Ani Ramen House. Fortuitously, Kai Yang’s opening coincides with National Chicken Month.
Pixelexperience custom-designed Kai Yang to embody a Thai street food experience that focuses on street market traditions – via modern and vintage details. These markets offer a balance of authentic flavors and home-cooked comfort food, exploring the unique northern Thai culture and heritage. Inspired by these eclectic stalls (that are the must visit food meccas for many countries), they included street art, vintage posters, custom tiles/patterns and neon made by a local artist. These elements and authentic Thai fixtures complement both eastern and western cultures.
Sheree, whose popular Thai restaurants have won awards and gained a loyal following, stated, “Based on the increased popularity of various cultures’ ‘street market’ foods, I felt the timing was perfect to share the beloved food from my country, Kai Yang. We wanted to create a dynamic, exciting space where our guests can enjoy quality, freshly prepared and affordable dishes.”
An authentic Thai street food experience awaits guests as they are met with the rich, unique scents and flavors of the spices and comfort foods. Sweet, savory, hot and spicy combinations have made Thai cooking a favorite cuisine and this experience is a food lover’s dream. Every mouthwatering dish is a flavor bonanza where the food will focus on the organic rotisserie grilled chickens served half or whole, with the traditional accompaniments of papaya salad, sticky rice and dipping sauces. Add-on options include Moo Ping (grilled pork skewers), Nuea Yang (sliced grilled beef) and Larb Kai (minced chicken). Various Yum side dishes complement the kai yang including Larb Kai, Moo Nam Tok (grilled pork), and Nuea Nam Tok (grilled beef). A variety of Chef Sheree’s other popular Thai dishes will be available, such as appetizers, soups, stir fry, curry and noodle dishes, duck and specialty dishes, seafood, and fried rice. Traditional Thai desserts such as fried ice cream, fried banana and sweet sticky rice will be served. Kai Yang is a BYOB that offers freshly made juices and other beverages. Metered Street and nearby lot/garage parking is available.
Kai Yang 345 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ / 973-509-2110 Facebook/instagram: @kaiyangnj PR Contact: Gail Schoenberg PR, Diane Biancamano / [email protected] / 917-751-1168
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Location/Phone: 345 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ / 973-509-2110 Website: www.kaiyangnj.com Social : Facebook/instagram: @kaiyangnj Opens: September 2018 Chef/Owners: Sheree Sarabhaya Hours of Operation: Lunch & Dinner: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday & Thurs 11am-10pm Friday & Saturday – 11am-11pm Closed Tuesday Reservations for 4 or more. / Take Out (pick-up only, delivery to come after open). Concept: An authentic Thai street food experience awaits guests as they enter the vibrant atmosphere of a Thai marketplace with the rich, unique scents and flavors of the spices and comfort foods based upon Chef/Owner Sheree’s youth in Bangkok such as Kai Yang (which literally translates to grilled chicken). Sweet, savory, hot and spicy combinations have made Thai cooking a favorite cuisine and this experience is a food lover’s dream. Every mouthwatering dish is a flavor bonanza! Areas & Seating: Interior 1,100 sq. feet – 40+ total seats Designer/Design Statement: Pixel Experience created Kai Yang to embody a Thai street food experience that focusses on street market traditions – via modern and vintage details. These markets offer a balance of authentic flavors and home-cooked comfort food, exploring the unique northern Thai culture and heritage. Inspired by these eclectic stalls (that are the must visit, food meccas for many countries) they included street art, vintage posters, custom tiles/patterns and neon made by a local artist. These elements and authentic Thai fixtures complement both eastern and western cultures. Cuisine Description: Kai Yang is a Rotisserie Chicken concept based on authentic Thai street food. The fresh, organic chickens will be rotisserie grilled and complemented by Chef’s sides. Several of Chef’s signature specialty Thai dishes are also available such as duck, seafood, noodles, stir fry, soups and more. Menu Prices: Appetizers/Soups $4-9; Seafood, Stir Fry, Curry, Noodle Fried Rice, Specialty Dishes & Duck: $11-21; Kai Yang: $17/25; Yum & Sides: $1-13; Dessert: $7-$9, Beverages: $2-3.50 Beverage Program: Kai Yang is a BYOB that serves fresh juices and other beverages. Credit Cards/ Gift: Yes/Yes Reservations: yes, for 4 or more Wheelchair Access: Yes Parking/Public Transport: Metered street and nearby lots or garage parking. PR Contact: Gail Schoenberg PR, Diane Biancamano / [email protected] / 917-751-1168