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The Secret War in Laos

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Post published:February 24, 2021
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Map of Region Map of Laos Secret War After a visit to the local night market in Luang Prabang, Laos, we learned about The Secret War. Backgounder. Landlocked Country A…

This is the Cowboy Hat Lady made famous in North America by a segment of Anthony Bourdain (CNN) in Chiang Mai (you can google the episode). She serves Khao Kha Moo - slow cooked pork leg at a night food market. She has been doing this for years. One day she wore a hat to shield her eyes from the light - it is now her signature. The stewed pork leg is served on rice with a hard boiled egg. There is a sour chili sauce and pickled mustard greens (on the table) to finish the dish. We had a side of fried bamboo shoots. With beer the total cost was less than $10. The stewed pork leg reminded us of pulled pork. Yummy!

Eats ‘n Treats in Chiang Mai, Thailand

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Post published:February 10, 2021
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Map of Thailand Street Food, Fine Food in Northern Thailand From the Cowboy Hat Lady cook in a street stall to a more refined Northern Thailand restaurant, your tastebuds will…

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The Secret War in Laos
Secret War After a visit to the local night market in Luang Prabang, Laos, we learned about The Secret War. Backgounder. Landlocked Country A communist country, Laos is landlocked, almost hidden in southeast Asia. ‘Simply Beautiful’ Luang Prabang We were in Luang Prabang, Laos. Described in travel brochures as ‘Simply Beautiful’, this former Royal capital […]
Eats ‘n Treats in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Street Food, Fine Food in Northern Thailand From the Cowboy Hat Lady cook in a street stall to a more refined Northern Thailand restaurant, your tastebuds will find delicious rewards in Chiang Mai. Spicier Northern Thai food is known for its more fiery, hotter taste than its southern counterpart. You are often invited to order […]
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