Charlottesville, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Charlottesville’s vibrant culinary landscape just got richer with the addition of a new Thai restaurant, Iam Thai, at the Dairy Market. Simon Davidson of Charlottesville 29 shared the exciting news highlighting the new venture led by Jay Pun and his family, alongside their new partner, Shannon Imchiamonkol. 

“This is really neat. Jay and his family, they have a similar aim, similar vision—they want to share their food with as many people as possible,” Davidson noted. 

Shannon, originally from Thailand and passionate about authentic Thai street food, has brought his expertise to Iam Thai. His deep-rooted connection to Thai cuisine stems from his upbringing in a Bangkok neighborhood famed for street food, which he now seeks to recreate in Charlottesville. 

Davidson also emphasized Shannon’s dedication to authenticity, stating, “He wants to share the real thing, and he’s got some pretty firsthand knowledge of it.” 

Charlottesville food enthusiasts can expect both familiar flavors and new, adventurous dishes under Shannon’s guidance at Iam Thai. 

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