I’m always a nervous cook and, at this point, chiefly worried about the paste consistency of my jeow mak keua (a spicy eggplant dip). I’ve crushed the burnt (I should add here deliberately burnt) ...

At times spicy and bitter, salty and pungent, herbaceous and sour — Lao food is intensely delicious. Thum mak hoong, or papaya salad, is a fundamental dish in Lao cuisine, with as many variations as ...

From sticky rice to fragrant herbs, Lao cooking is a delicious gateway into its culture. Cooking classes in Laos blend market tours, hands-on lessons, and family-style meals. These experiences often ...