Arnold Myint
Celebrity Chef,
TV Personality,
Restaurateur,
Published Author,
Nashville Native,
and Drag Queen.
Arnold Myint is a nationally recognized chef, owner, and creative force celebrating Thai heritage, Southern hospitality, and self-expression.
A 2024 James Beard Best Chef Southeast semifinalist and former Top Chef and Food Network Star competitor, Arnold brings bold flavors and vibrant storytelling to everything he touches — from his celebrated restaurant International Market in Nashville to media features with Tastemade, Epicurious, and beyond.
Whether in the kitchen or on stage, Arnold's mission is simple: honor tradition, spark connection, and create unforgettable experiences.
Family Thai Available for Pre-Order
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Family Thai Available for Pre-Order 〰️
Family Thai
Introducing
A new cookbook from Chef Arnold Myint coming October 2025.
James Beard Semifinalist and chef of the Thai restaurant, International Market, in Nashville, Arnold Myint shares how to make the Thai food he grew up with in a cookbook that is approachable yet packs a punch of flavor. Available everywhere books are sold.
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Bringing the Flavors of
Thailand home.

Articles by Arnold
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These 3 Thai Recipes Take Salads to Sour, Sweet, Spicy Heights
EPICURIOUS
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Off Hours With Seema Prasad of Nashville’s Enduring Miel
EATER NASHVILLE
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Teleport Yourself to the Streets of Thailand With These Party Meatballs
SAVEUR
Upcoming Events & Shows
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Edible Nashville Farm Dinner
May 16-17 | TN
Williamson Family Farm
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Cutthroat Kitchen: Knives Out
May 13th, 9/8c
Watch Arnold compete!
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James Beard House Pride Dinner
June 27th | NYC
Kick-off A Weekend of Pride with a One-Night-Only Dinner — Dining Table, Internal and External Chef’s Counter available
What’s Cookin’?
Arnold’s Sriracha Recipe
Tastemade: "Family Thais" An Inspired Journey of Two Generations Bonded by Food #AAPI
Breakfast Omelettes in a World with No Eggs
In the Press
Meet
SUZY WONG
— the dazzling drag persona of Arnold Myint.
A beloved Nashville icon and crowned Miss Gay America 2017, Suzy blends glamorous performance with culinary creativity, embodying Arnold’s belief that life (and food) should be lived with boldness, beauty, and heart.