1. Isan - Noun
2. Isan - Adjective
3. Isan - Proper noun
A large region in northeastern Thailand, on the Khorat Plateau.
The language of the Isan people (between Lao and Thai, and sometimes considered a dialect of Lao, although it is written in Thai script).
Isan pl (plural only)
The ethnic Lao people who have traditionally lived in Isan.
Isan (not comparable)
Of, from, or pertaining to Isan, the Isan people or the Isan language.
According to Thai records, by 1826 (less than fifty years) the number of towns and cities in Isan had grown from 13 to 35. Forced population transfers from Lao areas were further reinforced by corvee labor projects and increased taxes. Source: Internet
Breakfast dishes A typical family breakfast in Isan (northeastern Thailand) Khao chao ( Thai ขาวเชา main; lit. "morning rice/food"), breakfast dishes, for Thais are limited. Source: Internet
Another Lao group, the Lao Sēri (Free Lao), received unofficial support from the Free Thai movement in the Isan region. Source: Internet
In Lao Isan it is called nam pa, but a chunkier, more aromatic version known as padaek is also used. Source: Internet
Michelin-starred chef James Syhabout shares recipes and stories from the Isan Thai and Lao cuisines of his childhood. Source: Internet
While Commis is a New American fine-dining restaurant, at Hawker Fare Syhabout serves both Lao and Isan Thai food, which speaks to the cultural heritage of his family. Source: Internet