HOW WE ARE BRINGING THE BANGKOK WILD VIBE TO NOMAD WARSAW

Quick answer: Nomad founders Anna and Philippe sent their kitchen dream team — Konrad, Tadeusz, and Mateusz — on a one-month undercover mission to Bangkok. They absorbed the vibrant wok fire and crackling textures of Thai street food to create a bold, Asian-inspired twist for our upcoming seasonal menu in Warsaw.

"Sleek design meets bold flavours, blending Warsaw’s culture, local ingredients, and a dash of community spirit into every bite," says Anna, wiping down the pass. "But after 12 years living in Thailand, Philippe and I knew our new menu needed something more. It needed a spark."

"Exactly," Philippe nods. "We’re all about local flavours, community vibes, and Warsaw’s rich cultural roots. Think Poland, Italy, and France—flavours that feel like a warm hug from home. But wait, there’s a twist! We couldn’t resist bringing back some bold, zesty dishes to shake things up."

To make this happen, Anna and Philippe sent Konrad, Tadeusz, and Mateusz on a one-month undercover mission to Bangkok. Their objective was to absorb the searing wok fire, the chaotic street noise, and the vibrant texture of authentic Thai food, then bring that electric, unmistakable vibe back to Warsaw.

Experience the charming chaos of Bangkok

"You cannot learn street food from a pristine culinary school," Philippe explains. "You need to stand on a busy Bangkok pavement at midnight, sweating over a charcoal grill."

Anna agrees. "We wanted the team to also experience the chaos and the precision of Thai cooking firsthand. Our seasonal menu is a passport to flavours. We take home-country classics and reimagine them with an Asian twist from our years of culinary wanderlust."

The boys returned to Warsaw with notebooks full of ideas, suitcases smelling faintly of fish sauce, and a fiery determination to elevate the Nomad dining experience.

What did Konrad learn from the searing wok fire?

"The heat is alive," Konrad says, slamming a heavy iron wok onto the stove. "In Bangkok, cooking is a high-speed performance. The flames leap up, licking the edges of the pan, imparting this incredible smoky flavour called wok hei, or the 'breath of the wok'."

Konrad’s focus is on mastering this intense, precise heat. "It is a treat for anyone who sees food as an art form," Konrad adds.

If it does not crunch, I don’t want it!

"If it does not crunch, I do not want it," Tadeusz laughs, chopping fresh coriander. "Thai food is a masterclass in contrasting textures. You have the soft, the chewy, and the absolutely shattering crunch."

"Tradition meets Asian twists—your taste buds just swiped right!" Tadeusz jokes.

Mateusz captivated by the electric, unmistakable vibe

"It is all about the balance of the four pillars," Mateusz explains, carefully measuring out tamarind paste. "Sweet, sour, salty, and spicy. If one is missing, the dish falls flat. When they all hit at once, it is an electric, unmistakable vibe."

Ready to taste the journey?

At NOMAD Warsaw, we will keep it fresh. Anna, Philippe and the team have returned from their one-month undercover mission, and they are currently blending these wild Bangkok inspirations into our future menu.

Your passport to experiences awaits. We are fusing the comforting traditions of Warsaw, Italy, and France with the chaotic, beautiful precision of Thai street food. Buckle up, taste buds—you’re in for a wild (and delicious) ride!

The new menu is coming soon. Stay hungry!