09/09/2026
Who says you need to be a musician to wear our jewelry?
We met John during one of our trips to LA over ten years ago. We both love Thai food and stopped in at Emporium Thai one night. The food was incredible! When you’re there, John makes you feel like family. Emporium Thai continues to be the place we meet up with our friends when we are in town. We look forward to checking out John’s new location, Emporium Thai Market - Sawtelle next time we’re in LA. We highly recommend you do, too!
MBFW CHEF SPOTLIGHT | FEATURING CHEF JOHN SUNGKAMEE
John Sungkamee has built Emporium Thai into a beloved L.A. destination for Southern Thai cuisine, bringing bold and vibrant flavors of his homeland for more than two decades.
And now there’s a new chapter: Emporium Thai Market on Sawtelle, where the Sungkamee family is taking their Southern Thai roots in a fresh, modern direction. Same family, plenty of bold flavor, and a whole new way to experience their food. 🌶️🔥
We’re excited to have John bringing his passion for Thai food, family and hospitality to Manhattan Beach Food & Wine 2026.
September 25th & 26th at westdrift Manhattan Beach.
Your palate has plans. You just need to show up.
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