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Krong Krang

Klong Klang or Krong Krang nam kati is a gnocchi shaped tapioca that is served in sweetened coconut milk. The

In my opinion, fall is not complete without pecan pie and pumpkin cheesecake. They are my two of favorite fall

Khao pad (or khao pard) is a Lao dessert typically made with fresh pandan and coconut milk. When made correctly,

Patongko is the Lao and Thai version of the Chinese fried doughnut, youtiao. Many of the Southeast Asian countries have

This recipe makes a soft and buttery milk bread like those from the Asian bakeries. A tangzhong / tanzhong or

The spiral or the thousand layer mooncakes hail from the Chaoshan or Teoswa region of China. It is a pastry

Nam wan is a popular Lao dessert that consists of coconut milk, sugar syrup with fruits, beans, palm, tapioca, and

Mussel basil is dish that features mussels in an umami and aromatic sauce. With peppers and basil from the garden,

Sai gok Isaan or sai krok Isaan is a fermented sausage that originates from the Lao people living in the

When I think back to the snacks of my childhood, they didn’t consist of chips, or sweets or anything packaged.