Pad + Sen Thai: Authentic Thai Street Food at London Markets

Meet the Team: Pad + Sen Thai

When friends turned business partners couldn't find authentic Thai food that met their standards in London, they decided to create their own. Since 2019, Pad + Sen Thai has been serving up the real deal at South Central Food Market and Canopy Market, bringing a taste of home to London's Thai community and beyond.

What sets them apart? Their commitment to authenticity starts with their signature Pad Thai sauce, made entirely from scratch using real tamarind, no vinegar or tomato paste shortcuts here. "The taste of tamarind provides a much richer and more traditional flavour that's difficult to find in London," they explain.

Pad Kra Pao

Pad Thai

But it's not just about the ingredients (though they do hunt down the freshest produce by timing their shopping with delivery days at local Asian grocery stores). It's about that moment when customers take their first bite and say, "Wow, this is great. This is even better than Thailand."

From their crowd-pleasing pad Thai to kid-friendly signature fried rice, every dish comes from a place of love, both for cooking and for sharing Thai food culture. The weather might be unpredictable, staff might be short, ingredient prices might rise, but their approach remains constant: "being calm and positive and understanding the situation... do my best!"

Their mission goes beyond just great food; they're committed to sustainability, supporting local suppliers, and making a positive impact on their community. Plus, with team members who grew up around Thai cooking (one partner's mom was always cooking and selling food), the authenticity runs deep

"We want to show them we do really Thai food, like Thai taste, and we like them to enjoy and come back."

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