opening a small business in Thailand 🇹🇭 Yummy Korean Sandwich Shop

Ever wonder what it takes to open a small business in Thailand? Want to know where to get my new favorite Korean sandwich on the island of Koh Samui? Then this video is for you!
My friends just opened up Boklee Bites, Koh Samui's newest little restaurant in Bangrak Beach town, and it's only delicious....but there's one sandwich that is addictive. I'll talk to them and hear about the ups and downs of starting a new business here, and then we'll taste the food. I'd highly recommend you find them and try a Samgyeopsal Sandwich (the Korean Pork). It's so great.
And here is a google map link so you can find these sandwiches yourself: goo.gl/maps/PnuxxWjbAEQH2g9U6
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  • @joebangkokthailand
    @joebangkokthailand Жыл бұрын

    As a Thai national person..We're all Thais are happy to see all the international food restaurants in Thailand that will be best for all tourists and peoples in this amazing country. Be happy in Thailand !!

  • @curious1264

    @curious1264

    Жыл бұрын

    @Zach zachary why? Where you live is it strictly your countries foods?

  • @heekyungkim8147

    @heekyungkim8147

    Жыл бұрын

    @Zach zachary are you kidding. That would never happen.

  • @joebangkokthailand

    @joebangkokthailand

    Жыл бұрын

    @@curious1264 It's good for all tourists to try all kinds of food in Thailand. Don't worry about our Thai food.. now it goes far than you think.

  • @attlee1945
    @attlee1945 Жыл бұрын

    I love it that Haylee speaks Korean when eating great food OR when Chris has been bad!

  • @VietnamTravelGuide.
    @VietnamTravelGuide. Жыл бұрын

    I'm always excited to see how you share

  • @sayyanhmuong737
    @sayyanhmuong737 Жыл бұрын

    Nice looks good congrats to them!

  • @amnatgo7064
    @amnatgo7064 Жыл бұрын

    I like this restaurant logo. it is sincerity in cooking.

  • @heythave
    @heythave Жыл бұрын

    Love the look of the store, very earthy with the bamboo, very chill. ❤️

  • @Tehsikosong
    @Tehsikosong Жыл бұрын

    Love from Singapore 🇸🇬 Appreciate this series about starting a small business. Would hope to see more details about their initial process. Cheers

  • @bodywork11
    @bodywork11 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations, Volker and Yeon-Su on opening your new place. Looks so nice and delicious looking food. Can't wait to try some. Great Video Chris and Hailey. You're an excellent sales force 👏

  • @onu4007
    @onu4007 Жыл бұрын

    wow!!! everything is perfect there!!!! tasty food ! great space ! lovely boss ! good service !

  • @floyd-peki
    @floyd-peki Жыл бұрын

    Good luck for BOKLEE BITE 👍🏻🙏🏻🇹🇭🌯🌮🥙 and for Yeon-Su & Volker👌🏻

  • @vgshwk
    @vgshwk Жыл бұрын

    Good luck to them both.

  • @ThailandThomas
    @ThailandThomas Жыл бұрын

    Love the video Chris, would love to see more like this. I once had a coffee empire in American, would love to do the same in Thailand. But the rules and regulations can be daunting being a foreigner! Would like to see more information on how they delt with rules imposed on foreigners owning a business. Always enjoy your videos mate.

  • @lezzeppelin2222

    @lezzeppelin2222

    Жыл бұрын

    Ain’t nothing about this city, why all these freak so excited.

  • @justinmcintosh6554
    @justinmcintosh6554 Жыл бұрын

    Great tips for businesses. It’s about thinking Thai style I’m thinking. Oh man I want that sandwich!

  • @ElBrandenBrazil
    @ElBrandenBrazil Жыл бұрын

    Another great video! That sandwich looked fantastic. You crack me up when you call Hayley “Shaggy”. You are so great together on camera.

  • @landrodomingo981
    @landrodomingo981 Жыл бұрын

    I love a bulgogi sandwich with a soup dish or a short rib kalbi with japchae noodles dish or rice and kimchi. Good combo for a lunch or dinner combo. Love that ambiance in that restaurant. Gorgeous 😍

  • @0818264191
    @0818264191 Жыл бұрын

    Good luck for your business. Welcome new citizens of Thailand.

  • @jomontanee
    @jomontanee Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this important information.🙏 The location of their restaurant is wonderful , it is right by 7-11! (If the chairs are more comfortable it will be perfect.)

  • @skatingcanuck9837
    @skatingcanuck9837 Жыл бұрын

    Wonderful to watch this video featuring a hidden gem small business and their startup process. Thank you!

  • @sonhuynh8222
    @sonhuynh8222 Жыл бұрын

    Looks delicious! Great relaxed storefront

  • @charlottekindscher-lang5712
    @charlottekindscher-lang5712 Жыл бұрын

    Das ist ein wunderschoenes kleines Restaurant,fehlte richtig hier! Die Besitzer sind unglaublich freundlich und zauberhaft, soooo bemueht um jeden Gast und das Essen ist koestlich.Wenn sie Lust auf ein bisschen deutschen Weihnachtsgeschmackhaben probieren sie den Stollen,der schmeckt richtig wie in Leibzig.Wuensche einen guten Appetit

  • @Nokenify
    @Nokenify Жыл бұрын

    Looks amazing. But what I reacted too first and then the german said he will change- are the seemingly uncomfortable seats outside. Great to watch!

  • @niteenar
    @niteenar Жыл бұрын

    Hope this restaurant open in Korea! It looks so delicious and we don't have this kind of style sandwich shop enough.

  • @user-cb9lz8cl7p
    @user-cb9lz8cl7p Жыл бұрын

    사무이 가면 한끼는 꼭 들려야할 곳입니다. 아메리카노 & 불고기버거~ 주인이 너무 좋으시고 저 개도 그대로네요 ㅋㅋㅋㅋ 한국인 주인 너무 반갑고 좋았습니다^^ 너무 착해서 신기했던 강아지도 그대로네요~

  • @tapptom
    @tapptom Жыл бұрын

    I ate Korean sandwiches Ham and Cheese and egg salad at Chippy’s in Bangwa Thailand Delicious plus they have Japanese SW’s with real Japanese Shokupan bread and Japanese mayo YUMMY You can order on grab and all other delivery services 😊

  • @danplasma
    @danplasma Жыл бұрын

    lol 13:52 Best Food reaction....EVER!!!! Enjoy!!!

  • @mikedezo424
    @mikedezo424 Жыл бұрын

    Chris you forgot the most important part. No mention of having to have a Thai citizen own half the business? Or monthly payment to a local mafia type organization like in pattaya. I have seen many interviews on other channels that mention these things. I hope they found a trustworthy business partner.

  • @markparker2670

    @markparker2670

    Жыл бұрын

    I was also wondering about this.. is there a legit way to not have a 51% Thai ownership of a business, or do they have a Thai partner. How did they do it?

  • @uk7831
    @uk7831 Жыл бұрын

    Best wishes to both of you on the auspicious occasion of a Korean s/w restaurant.❤

  • @zed9zed
    @zed9zed Жыл бұрын

    Darn! I left Samui yesterday, and I didn't know this place existed. Guess I'll have to come back :)

  • @duisunny
    @duisunny Жыл бұрын

    love to see got many international food restaurants around Thailand....wish your first step kicking in Thailand be happy as your wish...

  • @ayaoichi9182
    @ayaoichi9182 Жыл бұрын

    If I go to Samui, I definitely take some sandwiches. They look yammy.

  • @gertdrok
    @gertdrok Жыл бұрын

    The Food looks Delicious. 🙏

  • @addd21323
    @addd21323 Жыл бұрын

    I just really like the vibe of these videos. Really calming. I'm thinking of moving to thailand probably within a year or so and this gets me excited for the future :) I'll have to try one of these when I get there :D

  • @narayanalee
    @narayanalee Жыл бұрын

    you guys rock !!! haleee on the kambucha !!! HEHHEHEHEHHEHEHH

  • @mrmr5402
    @mrmr5402 Жыл бұрын

    This is a great interview! Very informative. That food looks delicious!

  • @nujjarin
    @nujjarin Жыл бұрын

    I really like this video, thanks Chris👍👍

  • @christinacaffrey9596
    @christinacaffrey9596 Жыл бұрын

    This looks SOOOOO good! I am currently prepping for a bodybuilding competition so I gotta add this sandwich (somewhere in Calgary) to my ‘eat’ list post comp! We gotta go here next time we are in Samui! Thanks Chris for focusing on foreigners opening up a small business in Thailand since it’s what we hope to do one day!

  • @thankfulheart4266
    @thankfulheart4266 Жыл бұрын

    I know where I’m going to eat when I come to Ko Samui 🤩 looks delish 😋

  • @jasonwilkinson3887
    @jasonwilkinson3887 Жыл бұрын

    That place looks awesome. Sandwich reminds me of the ones we ate when we first went to Samui. Delish!! Best of luck on the new endeavor to Volker and Yeon su.

  • @TransparentMediaTruth
    @TransparentMediaTruth Жыл бұрын

    No stretch to predict they'll do well > looks fantastic 🎯

  • @JustinAnywhere
    @JustinAnywhere Жыл бұрын

    Food so good he turned into Mark Weins with that "WOW"

  • @Xcxx1101xcxx
    @Xcxx1101xcxx Жыл бұрын

    gotta say I love these videos, not sure why they are so wholesome and entertaining. I didn't think I would go back to Thailand but after watching many of your videos I am now determined to come even with the price of flights as they are.

  • @michellej737
    @michellej737 Жыл бұрын

    😂 I literally saw this shop when I stayed at the U Samui accross the street but was so overwhelming with all of the food choices around me…next time I’ll be sure to patronize it when I’m next in Samui ❤

  • @chris-vn6sw
    @chris-vn6sw Жыл бұрын

    They seem a nice couple and the food looks amazing.. Definitely going to try 👌👌

  • @Blacky-NZ
    @Blacky-NZ Жыл бұрын

    We are coming to Samui in July for a holiday and to look at property’s available, look forward to meeting you both 😊

  • @Thailandforever
    @Thailandforever Жыл бұрын

    Next time, try Xmas Stollen on the menu . So yummy 😋

  • @allanwatts8361
    @allanwatts8361 Жыл бұрын

    It's simple...I see a "retired working for you video"...I click....I watch.... then back to step one, repeat process

  • @2QuartersKorean
    @2QuartersKorean Жыл бұрын

    I've never had a Korean sandwich before but I did cook beef an pork bulgogi today an ate it with rice. Looking forward to trying one of those sandwiches soon.

  • @whoami7234
    @whoami7234 Жыл бұрын

    The shop is near 7-11, there are definitely a lot of people. 🇹🇭🇹🇭👍

  • @MrEye4get
    @MrEye4get Жыл бұрын

    It is definitely a challenge to open a business, in Thailand or anywhere! Property values (incl. rent) are inflated and costs for quality restaurant appliances are also high! It would be interesting to hear how much was invested into opening this business!

  • @grumpybugger1
    @grumpybugger1 Жыл бұрын

    thanks for the info chris, will give it a try when we are back in the new year.

  • @curious1264
    @curious1264 Жыл бұрын

    Looks delicious and they looks like a lovely hip couple. It's a little disappointing to see that the prices are the same as in Canada. $12 cad for the bowl. Thailand has changed

  • @j.b.denoruega4954
    @j.b.denoruega4954 Жыл бұрын

    Getting hungry!Just left Bangkok (crying)!

  • @maggie4834
    @maggie4834 Жыл бұрын

    Nice Job as always Chris! And, thanks for the heads up. We’re coming for lunch tomorrow.

  • @maggie4834

    @maggie4834

    Жыл бұрын

    Anybody else on Samui wanna have lunch tomorrow around noon?

  • @mikereid1873

    @mikereid1873

    Жыл бұрын

    In Lamai, worth the drive for that sandwich, bringing the family tomorrow too!

  • @tobyflenderson5341

    @tobyflenderson5341

    Жыл бұрын

    looks tasty

  • @SmellySumtom
    @SmellySumtomАй бұрын

    Best videographer in Thailand travel & interests

  • @crono7572
    @crono7572 Жыл бұрын

    wow looks like a blast from the past, nice video congratulations.

  • @anthonydauer
    @anthonydauer Жыл бұрын

    Same here in Northern Virginia. We’ll see a sign go up that something is coming and it’s months later before it actually opens. Doesn’t matter if it’s a remodel or a new building. Unfortunately, I doubt there’s anyone helping those small business owners get started though. Currently, waiting for a new vegetarian Vietnamese restaurant to open.

  • @wansiriburi832
    @wansiriburi832 Жыл бұрын

    คริสคุณ​เป็น​เพื่อนที่ดีมารีวิว​ร้านอาหาร​ให้เพื่อน​ด้วยสุดยอด​มาก

  • @MrHero1976
    @MrHero1976 Жыл бұрын

    Great content buddy, really enjoy your channel

  • @markshepperson3603
    @markshepperson3603 Жыл бұрын

    Clean and wow the egg ‘salad’ looked good.

  • @TRIPONTHIS
    @TRIPONTHIS Жыл бұрын

    Ok so that your home....Your home base. Must be nice, I will have to find vids about the street food on Samui 🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @ppjunggW
    @ppjunggW Жыл бұрын

    กำลังนั่งดูอยู่ที่กรุงเทพ ณ เวลา 10.32 PM😭อยากกิน แซนวิชซัมยอบซัล น่ากินมากกกกกกกกกก 🤤🤤🤤

  • @Ippido
    @Ippido Жыл бұрын

    Very interesting video 👍 best of luck to the new endeavour 🙏 I wonder if someone who is not retired could move to Thailand and open up a business... it is also worth mentioning Thai protective laws on labour, see how they hire the splendid locals 👍🙏 thank you Khun Chris 👍

  • @mikedezo424

    @mikedezo424

    Жыл бұрын

    I am almost positive they have to have a Thai citizen that owns %51 of business. Lot of bad stories about guys investing money in bars to own a business then get kicked out.

  • @waynemcgrath8816
    @waynemcgrath8816 Жыл бұрын

    Looks really good!!!

  • @WIDachDad
    @WIDachDad Жыл бұрын

    Great content.

  • @GregorBrown
    @GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Chris. I'll check it out before leaving 👍

  • @fastj1962
    @fastj1962 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the Video !!!

  • @aggiet4545
    @aggiet4545 Жыл бұрын

    Good luck in your new venture.

  • @curtchesnutt4992
    @curtchesnutt4992 Жыл бұрын

    Great hook for a new Thai Shirt, "Follow the Ryhtem". Cant wait to get back and try a sam-mitch!

  • @heekyungkim8147
    @heekyungkim8147 Жыл бұрын

    안녕하세요.😀 really nice to have korean sandwich place open in koh samui. I will definitely check out the place when i go to Samui.

  • @shawnparker2233
    @shawnparker2233 Жыл бұрын

    So it is like a Korean banh mi. Looks yummy!

  • @asdangsathi9687
    @asdangsathi9687 Жыл бұрын

    Wish to have a chance to visit on your shop and have some sandwiches and Thai tea. Enjoy and good luck

  • @trithi2658
    @trithi2658 Жыл бұрын

    Herzlichen Glückwunsch!...축하합니다

  • @paulgalea638
    @paulgalea638 Жыл бұрын

    Oh how yum! Defo putting this on my list :)

  • @RetiredWorkingForYou

    @RetiredWorkingForYou

    Жыл бұрын

    It's so good!

  • @mstangtom
    @mstangtom Жыл бұрын

    The sandwich looks tasty.

  • @chilipadispicy2989
    @chilipadispicy2989 Жыл бұрын

    looks so yummy food👍👍

  • @GregorBrown
    @GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

    Ok. It's on my Bangrak hit list 👍😉

  • @richinnkaew5624
    @richinnkaew5624 Жыл бұрын

    ร้าน สวยงามมาก ครับ ขอให้มี ลูกค้าเยอะๆ นะครับ ❤ น่ากินมาก😊

  • @Thebrowntown2010
    @Thebrowntown2010 Жыл бұрын

    No Way!! I'm staying couple doors down from this place @TheNest!!! I'm going to try this this morning!

  • @calvinturner2395
    @calvinturner2395 Жыл бұрын

    Ill swing by when i move to phuket i will hop over to samui and drop by, looks so yummy

  • @user-hq1gf1ej5d
    @user-hq1gf1ej5d Жыл бұрын

    I need to go there😮😮

  • @tapptom
    @tapptom Жыл бұрын

    Chippy’s …look them up on google in Bangkok U won’t be disappointed!

  • @jimmydickins
    @jimmydickins Жыл бұрын

    Well worth the drive Tables are a little different but worked great for keeping the shirt stain free Will definitely be returning

  • @surat5638
    @surat5638 Жыл бұрын

    Wow......

  • @peewneed9563
    @peewneed9563 Жыл бұрын

    Hello sir, I from Chiangmai good job 👍

  • @badbob9nine282
    @badbob9nine282 Жыл бұрын

    Looks well nice to be fair.

  • @user-tk8qx6gx7t
    @user-tk8qx6gx7t Жыл бұрын

    คุณสุดยอดมากคริส

  • @seksun-zi9el
    @seksun-zi9el Жыл бұрын

    congratulations

  • @Codynu
    @Codynu Жыл бұрын

    This is big difference to live in Thailand as a tourist VS make money. The line between easy-going and unprofessional. Fighting!!! all

  • @broti
    @broti Жыл бұрын

    xmas stollen... hahahaha! liebe grüße, good luck und alles gute aus der heimat!

  • @SWMonkeyRaffSW
    @SWMonkeyRaffSW Жыл бұрын

    now I'm hungry...

  • @idontwantahandle._.
    @idontwantahandle._. Жыл бұрын

    The food looked unreal. I wonder what a start up like that costs.

  • @user-bs4vb8vh6m
    @user-bs4vb8vh6m Жыл бұрын

    I wish you success and well done. As for Thai contractors, they tend to be overwhelmed with work. and promise to get a job without taking responsibility for time But the work usually comes out okay. 😊🤗😉👍😅

  • @steveforbes8287
    @steveforbes8287 Жыл бұрын

    Hey Chris! I'm the one thousandth viewer! What do I win?! 😊 This is a wonderful video and I certainly wish the owners much success. Perhaps, some day, I may even get to meet them and try the food in person. Hmmmmm.... I know! My prize for being number one thousand is two tickets to Thailand! One for me and one for my son. We could then visit with you and the people on the island! We can look into staying there permanently and opening a business of our own. Doesn't that sound like a fantastic plan Chris?! 🤗 Keep up the good work!

  • @MB-hx9sz
    @MB-hx9sz Жыл бұрын

    Too bad I did`nt say hey and asked what you`re up to when I saw you on the ferry over there. missed that place unfortunately

  • @timshields8720
    @timshields8720 Жыл бұрын

    Where's the NEWS at???

  • @mikemcmike1
    @mikemcmike1 Жыл бұрын

    I feel like thailand will never be the same before covid.....its seems like almost no tourist compare to toomuch tourist!!! i will not come this year!!! will wait but thanks for ur vid.....i mean your foodvid

  • @Ren-mu3li

    @Ren-mu3li

    Жыл бұрын

    Thailand already have 10 millions tourists visiting this month. Mostly are in Phuket area right now.

  • @matthewanderson6254
    @matthewanderson6254 Жыл бұрын

    Simple question. if they are retired then why would one want to work? If it is their passion why not just keep making them for friends.... Or has this got something more to do with that old sneaky character called greed and that when most humans retire they simply don't know what to do.... And usually resort to the old habits.... Best of luck to this couple and great video...

  • @Buttercookies0
    @Buttercookies0 Жыл бұрын

    Did I miss out on the issue of opening biz in Thailand especially whether you need a Thai as a partner and the percentage of the share the Thai must have in the biz?

  • @goonerdoy
    @goonerdoy Жыл бұрын

    Yummmmm 🇰🇷 😋

  • @tavilyeedyaw6910
    @tavilyeedyaw6910 Жыл бұрын

    ทุกท่านดูดีมาก ขอให้ทุกท่านมีแต่ความสุข. เมอร์รีคิสมาศ. ไทยแลน

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