Mark Wiens
YouTuber · American
Known for Mark Wiens is an American food and travel vlogger, blogger, and YouTube personality best known for documenting street food cultures and global culinary traditions. Raised in an international background, Wiens has gained millions of subscribers worldwide by showcasing local dishes, night markets, and authentic food destinations.
About Mark Wiens
Mark Wiens is an American food and travel vlogger, blogger, and YouTube personality best known for documenting street food cultures and global culinary traditions. Raised in an international background, Wiens has gained millions of subscribers worldwide by showcasing local dishes, night markets, and authentic food destinations. He is based in Bangkok, Thailand, from where he frequently travels across Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas to explore unique regional foods.
Early Life and Background
Wiens was born on February 26, 1986, in Phoenix, Arizona, to parents who worked as Christian missionaries. Due to his parents' work, he spent much of his childhood overseas, living in France, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Kenya. He attended Rosslyn Academy in Nairobi for several years before returning to the United States to pursue higher education. Wiens attended Arizona State University, graduating in 2008 with a bachelor's degree in global studies.
Blogging and YouTube Career
Following graduation, Wiens embarked on a solo travel journey through South America, working briefly as an English teacher in Patagonia. In early 2009, he launched his food and travel blog, Migrationology. Shortly after, he moved to Bangkok, Thailand, where he began creating online content full-time. He published digital guides, including the Eating Thai Food Guide, and established his main YouTube channel (@MarkWiens). His videos are characterized by immersive street food tours, enthusiastic reactions to local flavors, and deep dives into traditional food culture. Over the years, his channel expanded to over 11 million subscribers, making him one of the most prominent food vloggers globally.
Business Ventures and Personal Life
In addition to creating online content, Wiens co-founded Phed Mark in 2019, a restaurant in Bangkok specializing in phat kaphrao, a traditional Thai holy basil stir-fry dish. He has also collaborated with media outlets, including hosting projects with National Geographic. Wiens met his wife, Ying, while living in Thailand, and the couple married in 2013. They have a son named Micah, born in 2016. The family resides in Bangkok and frequently travels together for food documentation and vlogging projects.
Earnings & net worth — estimate
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Frequently asked about Mark Wiens
What is Mark Wiens known for?
Mark Wiens is an American food and travel vlogger, blogger, and YouTube personality best known for documenting street food cultures and global culinary traditions. Raised in an international background, Wiens has gained millions of subscribers worldwide by showcasing local dishes, night markets, and authentic food destinations.
How old is Mark Wiens and what is their zodiac sign?
Mark Wiens is 40 years old (born 26 Feb 1986) and is a Pisces.
Where is Mark Wiens from?
Mark Wiens is from Phoenix, United States (born 26 February 1986), and is now based in Bangkok, Thailand.
Is Mark Wiens married or in a relationship?
According to public information, Mark Wiens’s relationship status is listed as Married to Ying Wiens.
What is Mark Wiens’s net worth?
See the estimated net worth and earnings section above. Figures are estimates compiled from public sources and are not officially confirmed.
