The Big Mango was born from a craving—a craving for the kind of street food you dream about long after the trip ends. As Thai food lovers and globe-trotting foodies, we wanted to create a space that’s rooted in tradition but never afraid to remix it.
We believe food should be fun, flavorful, and sometimes even a little weird & wild. That’s why we do things our own way— respect the past, play with the present, and always keep it delicious.
Our History
Bringing over 50 years of combined experience in restaurant and hospitality straight from Bangkok, Thailand, we are passionate about delicious food and want to share our favorite flavors straight from the streets of The Big Mango.
What We Value
Taste. Quality. Integrity. Service. Just like in Thailand, we want every single customer to have the best possible food experience we can give. The Big Mango uses only the highest quality ingredients available
Meet the Team
Nina Turk
Nina was born and raised in Bangkok, Thailand — shaped by the rhythm, flavor, and nonstop energy of the city’s street food culture.
She moved to the United States in 2007, bringing with her a deep-rooted love for food, hospitality, and unforgettable experiences. In Atlanta, she managed high-volume restaurants, learning the mechanics of service at scale while never losing sight of what actually matters: flavor, precision, and guest experience.
In 2017, she relocated to Utah and built a reputation as one of the top real estate agents in the Salt Lake City market — known for drive, attention to detail, and an unwavering standard of excellence.
But no matter the industry, food has always been her love language.
Growing up in Bangkok gave Nina an unfiltered understanding of what Thai food is supposed to taste like — bold, layered, chaotic in the best way. When she experienced Thai food in America, she felt something was missing. The fire. The funk. The street-side intensity. The soul.
The Big Mango is her way of bringing that authenticity back — not watered down, not softened, not reimagined for comfort. Real Bangkok energy, elevated with premium ingredients and serious execution.
Because flavor should never play it safe.
Jeff Turk
Jeff grew up in the Northwest but built his career across the country, developing marketing strategies and building brands in both the CPG and food & beverage industries. He’s helped scale businesses, shape positioning, and craft brands that stand out in crowded markets.
But before any of that — he’s a hardcore foodie.
Flavor first. Always.
After meeting Nina, who was born and raised in Bangkok, Jeff began spending extended time in Thailand — especially in the capital city that never slows down. What started as travel quickly became obsession. The chaos of the night markets. The smoke from the woks. The balance of sweet, sour, salty, and heat hitting in one perfect bite. Bangkok’s street food scene isn’t random — it’s precise, layered, and unapologetically bold.
The Big Mango is the result of that obsession.
Built by Jeff and Nina, it’s a mission to channel the raw energy of Bangkok street culture — elevated with premium ingredients, intentional craft, and zero shortcuts. Street grit meets refined execution. Fire. Funk. Full-send flavor.
That’s The Big Mango.