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St. Louis Public Radio
Thursday, Oct. 15 - Food entrepreneur's fulfilled plate
10 minutes Posted Oct 15, 2026 at 10:43 am.
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St. Louisans are mourning the closure of Chao Baan, a beloved Thai restaurant. Owner Shayn Prapaisilp explains why he decided to close its doors and expanding his family’s grocery business helps residents connect with their cultures through food.