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Chef Brings Family Recipes to Eugene Streets
26 Jul
Summary
- A family transitioned from a restaurant to a food truck named Lucky Thai.
- The truck offers favorite dishes from their former establishment.
- Rising ingredient costs influenced the business model change.
Jeffry Hardinger, his wife Luck, and her sister Pat have launched Lucky Thai, a food truck in Eugene's Friendly neighborhood. This new venture offers a nostalgic and cozy culinary experience, reminiscent of their family's first restaurant in New York. The move from their previous brick-and-mortar establishment, Krob Krua, was prompted by increasing operational costs.
The trio brings over 15 years of experience in cooking Thai cuisine to Lucky Thai. They are reintroducing popular items like crispy rice salad and Som Tom Thai, alongside smoked Thai sausages and a rich Khao Soi Curry. This shift to a food truck allows for greater flexibility and reduced overhead, making quality Thai food more accessible.
The decision to transition was also influenced by rising ingredient prices, which have significantly impacted profit margins for traditional restaurants. By embracing a food truck model, Lucky Thai aims to maintain high food quality while offering more affordable prices to customers. The move also allows for a better work-life balance for the family.
