The Local - Episode 4: Na's Thai Cafe

Sunday, May 18, 2025

Areas of Interest (4)

Nause Thai celebrates 25 years as a family-run staple in the Chanhassen business community.
The role of immigrant-owned family businesses in surviving local economic recessions and COVID-19.
Authenticity in supply chains: The impact of sourcing authentic international ingredients for local dining.
The intersection of community philanthropy and small business survival in the western suburbs.

I opened this in 1999... my neighbor he came and knock on my door... he tried to asking me to take over... I decide to take it over.
— Na Montthazane

HistoryRecalling the founding of the restaurant.

I think it's the fact that we're family-owned and operated... everybody that is here we treat like family.
— Christina Kirsy

Business PhilosophyExplaining what makes the restaurant unique.

You don't want curry paste from Wisconsin... so all of our stuff is sourced from authentically from Thailand Laos.
— Na Montthazane

AuthenticityDiscussing ingredients.

Samantha DeaggioEconomic Development Manager

City of Chanhassen representative interviewing local business owners.

Na MontthazaneOwner

Founder of Nause Thai restaurant in Chanhassen, celebrating 25 years in business.

2 quotes

“Everything is authentic... our stuff is sourced from authentically from Thailand Laos.”

Discussing the quality and origin of restaurant ingredients.

“Local is supporting local businesses.”

Closing statement on the importance of local commerce.

Christina KirsyDaughter/Employee

Assists with restaurant operations and community engagement.

1 quote

“My mom is probably one of the most giving people I've ever met.”

Describing her mother's commitment to local charities and school fundraisers.

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