Best Thai Cooking, Food & Wine Books of 2026

The book "101 Thai Dishes You Need to Cook Before You Die" by Jet Tila and Tad Weyland Fukumoto is a must-have for anyone looking to explore the rich culinary traditions of Thailand. With authentic, accessible, and mouthwatering recipes, this cookbook covers everything from tantalizing classics to popular street foods and unsung heroes spanning the regions. Jet Tila, a James Beard-nominated chef, brings his Thai heritage to the forefront with an exciting collection of plant-based takes on popular dishes. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for home cooks looking to master the gold standard for authentic Thai cuisine.

Sabai: 100 Simple Thai Recipes for Any Day of the Week is a cookbook that features 100 easy-to-follow Thai recipes. The book is authored by Pailin Chongchitnant, a YouTube star and bestselling author of Hot Thai Kitchen. The recipes are authentic, straightforward, and quick to make, making it easy for anyone to learn how to cook Thai food. The book also includes QR codes linking to her YouTube videos on tips, techniques, and more to support you every step of the way. The book is a great resource for those who want to make Thai food a part of their everyday routine.

The Diabetic Cookbook for Beginners offers 1500-days of simple and easy recipes to manage prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. The book is perfect for beginners and busy people who want to make the switch to a healthier diet without spending too much time in the kitchen. The recipes use affordable and easy-to-find ingredients, and the 28-day meal plan helps readers stay on track. The book also includes nutritional information and glycemic index to help readers make informed decisions about their food choices. Overall, this cookbook is a great resource for anyone looking to make healthier choices without compromising on taste.

The Keto Diet Cookbook for Beginners offers an updated collection of 1500 simple and delicious low-carb recipes to help readers achieve their weight loss goals. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the ketogenic diet, including how to get started, what to eat, and how to maximize results. The cookbook offers recipes for a variety of dishes, including Mediterranean, vegan, meatless, and more. With the help of this cookbook, readers can create mouthwatering meals without sacrificing taste or motivation. Overall, this book is highly recommended for anyone looking to improve their health and lose weight on a ketogenic diet.

The Keto Diet for Women Over 50 is a comprehensive guide designed specifically for women struggling with extra weight due to menopause. The book offers practical meal plans, snacking tips, and a crucial guideline to make the transition to a keto diet as easy as possible. It also includes keto-friendly delicious recipes designed for women over 50, which include easy-to-find ingredients and grab-and-go options that will take you from breakfast to dinner in your new healthy lifestyle. Additionally, the book provides exercise routines and practices, including two months of Power Yoga lessons, which can maximize and maintain diet results. Overall, this book is a great resource for women over 50 who want to lose weight, boost metabolism, regulate hormones, and feel healthier and happier at all stages.

Hot Thai Kitchen: Demystifying Thai Cuisine with Authentic Recipes to Make at Home is a cookbook by Pailin Chongchitnant, a Cordon Bleu-educated chef and YouTube star. The book offers a beautifully photographed trip to Thailand to explore the culinary culture and building blocks central to Thai food. With easy-to-follow instructions and QR codes to video tutorials, Pailin breaks down the key ingredients, flavors, equipment, and techniques necessary to master authentic Thai cooking. The book also includes chapters on vegetarian and vegan dishes, dips and dipping sauces, and sumptuous Thai desserts. This definitive resource is an extraordinary exploration of Thai cuisine and a must-have for Thai food lovers everywhere.

The Pepper Thai Cookbook is a collection of 80 stir-fried, saucy, sweet-and-tangy recipes from Pepper Teigen, the mom who taught Chrissy Teigen how to cook. The book includes traditional Thai dishes, such as khao tod crispy rice salad and tom zapp hot and sour soup, as well as playful twists on classics, like Pad Thai Brussels Sprouts. Pepper also shares stories about her life, making the book feel personal and relatable. Overall, this cookbook is a must-have for anyone who loves Thai food or wants to try something new in the kitchen.

Night + Market: Delicious Thai Food to Facilitate Drinking and Fun-Having Amongst Friends A Cookbook is a must-have for those who love Thai cuisine but don't know how to cook it. Kris Yenbamroong's bold and spicy party food is created by simplifying traditional recipes to maximize flavor. This cookbook tells the story of his journey from Thai-American classics to Northern Thai cuisine. It also questions what authenticity means and how it morphed into an L.A. Thai restaurant with a unique style. The book features honest, eye-opening, and inspiring recipes that will make you want to cook. Overall, Night + Market is a revolutionary Thai food game-changer.

Pok Pok: Food and Stories from the Streets, Homes, and Roadside Restaurants of Thailand [A Cookbook] is a comprehensive guide to preparing authentic Thai cuisine by Andy Ricker, the chef and owner of the famous Pok Pok restaurants. The book features over 50 classic recipes from Thailand and Ricker's Pok Pok restaurants, including the ever-popular Fish-Sauce Wings. The author also shares his knowledge on how to source the right ingredients, master Thai cooking techniques and skills, and create well-balanced meals that showcase the unique flavors of Southeast Asian cuisine. With colorful essays about Ricker's travels and experiences, this book is an excellent resource for home cooks and a celebration of the rich history, vibrant culture, and deliciousness of Thai food.

Simple Thai Food: Classic Recipes from the Thai Home Kitchen [A Cookbook] by Leela Punyaratabandhu is a delightful collection of 100 easy-to-follow recipes for classic Thai dishes. The author, a Bangkok native and creator of the popular blog She Simmers, shares her favorite family recipes, street food specialties, and iconic dishes from Thai restaurants worldwide. With chapters on key ingredients, tools, one-plate meals, and even Thai sweets, this cookbook is a complete guide for anyone looking to try authentic Thai cooking. The recipes are well-tested and perfect for even the busiest cook. Overall, Simple Thai Food is an excellent cookbook that will take your taste buds on a delicious journey through the vibrant and varied cuisine of Thailand.