Regret the decision to move from the US to Cambodia?

[@austintukwa]

Meet Savuthy, a Khmer-American chef who relocated to Cambodia after spending 4 decades in the United States. With 21 years of culinary expertise, he offers insights into Khmer cuisine, discusses his reasons for moving to Cambodia 🇰🇭 and life in Cambodia, and addresses common misconceptions about the country. Check out Savuthy Restaurant 👇🏾👇🏾 maps.app.goo.gl/YGjwRc7M8dzhSVdE6?g_st=ic Get to know him more 👇🏾👇🏾 FB: web.facebook.com/pacificpastaco

[@sokhaputh2092]

That is my Idol. I like his cooking. The man is brilliant Chef. I always go to his restaurant Pacific Pasta ( in Boengkok) when I said or I'm happy , alone or with friends. His place and cooking can make me a joy always. I respect his decision to be in amount of us. Also special thanks to Austin Tukwa, who is always make Khmer Society become closer. ❤

[@SteppeNomad585]

Great interview. Nice to hear Savuthy’s journey back home. Srok Khmer is not for everyone but it is a country that has many things to offer. Num Banjok should be the national food of the country, but the decision makers in Srok Khmer can’t accept what is real and true and always grasping what is popular for day.

[@sojeanify]

More of this type of interviews, please and I'm considering Cambodia as my next long term stay.

[@sengchhuon2133]

Wow it's too amazing......to hear the positive experiences you have in Cambodia. We want to go and visit you brother. From Long Beach, California.

[@lueoverwatch5715]

I hope everyone khmer american have the same mindset as him.

[@mps-chords]

Amok is a true Khmer dish, but he’s partially right-it’s not as common as something like Korko. Amok feels more like a dish for the elites; not every family cook knows how to make it, while most can prepare Korko. The reason Korko isn’t chosen as the national dish might be due to a few factors. One of them could be its complexity as an international dish-some foreigners might experience stomach upset because of the variety of vegetables and spices involved. By the way, street food in Cambodia is much more up to the standard nowadays as people become better financially and they start caring more about what they eat.

[@Israeli_Prince]

A lot of Cambodians are actually ethnic Lao most don't even know that because Lao people have assimilated into the Khmer empire and their parents don't mention it, even Sin Sisamouth was an ethnic Lao. If you grew up eating Laarb and Jaew Som, you're probably Lao. Isan is a Khmer/Lao tribe in Thailand.

[@mps-chords]

@@Israeli_Prince so I'm not one of them as I grew up not eating these things 😂 Of course, there are many ethnicities in Cambodia

[@SteppeNomad585]

@@Israeli_Princeyour comment is so out there and unrelated to this video and Amok!😊 I study Southeast Asian languages and archaeology as a hobby, and to say “a lot” of Cambodians are Laotians simply because of the food we eat is just bizarre. I eat lots of Italian food but that doesn’t make me Italian. You brought up the Isan region, which is not a part of Srok Khmer but Thailand. Even then, Isan has a good mixture of Thai, Kuy, Khmer, Bro, Vietnamese and Chinese and not just Lao.

[@LBTRG]

A lot of Cambodian Americans don't understand the reason why they parents never made some of Khmer dish. Is not because is not a Khmer dish. Some of the khmer dish they don't know how to make it either. Because of the war. Not just Khmer Rouge. Ther Cambodia was part of the Vietnam was too. If they parents is around 70s or less. Then yes they don't know how to make it. My mom make it for me some time in my life. And she is now 90 years old.

[@LBTRG]

​​​ @Israeli_Prince who is the 1st king of Laos? What is the relationship between 1st Laos King and Khmer King. Why did Khmer King give 100,000 Khmer army to Laos? And all that army became Laos. 😂😂😂 Loas is new generation of Khmer. You need to study more about that history. Siam was under the Khmer Empire since the Sukhothai Kingdom. Thai first King Rama the 1st he half Khmer from the Mon Khmer of the Khmer Empire. Thai is another new generation of Khmer. Cambodian is the main root. We are the father and mother of Thai and laos. Know your history, man.

[@chaya973]

Very good episode. He’s very well spoken. Hope to visit his restaurant some day

[@davithsok1254]

He got the point and I love it.

[@theary7able]

One day I will move to Khmer and cook too.

[@heartzzandkisses]

ចេះឃុកអ្វីខ្លះ?

[@dfmcarstereo]

I love Cambodia so much that I want to move and live there for a while. I have been there 5 times in the last two years.

[@SteppeNomad585]

Great interview. Good to hear Vuthy’s journey back home. Srok is not for everyone but it has a lot to offer. Num banjok should be the national dish for the country. Every Khmer, local and abroad, has had num banjok at least once in their lifetime. It’s the quintessential Khmer dish. Alas, Khmer decision makers have a tendency to ignore what is real and true and grasp whatever is popular for the day.

[@saranuth3860]

I'm a Khmer Canadian had moved to live in Cambodia for retirement, I'm happy here somehow, just relax, enjoy the weather

[@queenofabundance1417]

I'm just Khmer😊

[@KhmerSanjose]

Excellent video. Congratulations to Savuthy for having the courage to move to Srok Khmer and started a successful business. Your father is a smart man by forcing you to learn Khmer. When I was growing up my mother forced me to learn Khmer also. Although I’m not that fluent in Khmer, I can still appreciate the culture and tradition. Thanks for sharing your story. Where is your restaurant located? I will be in Phnom Penh in a couple of weeks. I would block to visit your restaurant.

[@SanoRay]

Thanks for sharing your story, Mr. Savuthy. Lump in my throat, when you mention the worry the feeling your dad had

[@JamesRodriguez-p4z]

I have a lot of great memories in that restaurant. Great food and friends. Can't wait to see you again bro. I have never felt unsafe in phnom penh, walking around at night i feel safer there than here in California.

[@Khmer-cu1ow]

I comprehend your dad! My parents would have said the same thing. I'm happy for you to return back to Cambodia and made a resident out of it. Maybe, when I retired, I might consider. Good for you!👏

[@thiachap]

As long as you have money, you're good. It's the people that don't have 35.00 to go to the doctor. I'm really happy that you are able to make a good life for yourself. God bless.

[@Pierre969]

សូមសរសើរដែលត្រលប់មកកម្ពុជាវិញ។ Welcome you back home, Cambodia.❤

[@rockstarjoehang]

Love this brother❤❤❤🇰🇭🇰🇭🇰🇭

[@Jasmine-qc4st]

What is the name of his restaurant and where is located ?

[@austintukwa]

Pacific Pasta Co maps.app.goo.gl/YGjwRc7M8dzhSVdE6?g_st=ic

[@norch5959]

Pacific Pasta, I think

[@shong2769]

great interview!

[@hf..7271]

I love Cambodia it’s a gems country full of natural resources , minerals , bountiful green forestry . People are beautiful , lovely , loyal , charitable . Cambodia were form since Khmer Empire Civilization it’s a heavily influencial Civilization Khmer Empire occupied half of SEA territorials . But due to its imminent threats from neighboring people Khmer Empire outlying provinces were raids and lost on a massive scales that cause the downfall of Khmer Empire Civilization. Then Modern time following the atrocities of Genocides(1975-1979) Genocides cause by political motives that involved with neighboring people within Cambodia country . Killing Millions of great Khmers population !

[@naysimchim]

I truly understand his dad's feelings 😊 28:57 You can always go back to the States any time. Can you ?😊 May i ask what is his restaurant's name and where please.

[@austintukwa]

Pacific Pasta Co maps.app.goo.gl/YGjwRc7M8dzhSVdE6?g_st=ic

[@artfulinspirations]

As a Cambodian American who was also a Khmer Rouge survivor, I can understand people emigrating to seek better lives abroad. However, a lot of Khmer people just want to get out because they can't stand being Khmer and being around other Khmer people. Like your guest I moved back to Cambodia several years ago and have no plans to go back to America. I'll check out the restaurant soon and hope to meet Savuthy.

[@warriorsack]

How do you sustain a living in Cambodia?

[@artfulinspirations]

@warriorsack Online business. SE Asia is the place to be for online workers, like content creators, because the cost of living, especially housing costs, are still low compared to Western countries.

[@artfulinspirations]

@warriorsack Online business. If you can work remotely, SE Asia is a no-brainer as the costs of living are still very affordable compared to Western countries. There appears to be a large wave of young Asian Americans, some born in the US, settling in places like Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines.

[@warriorsack]

@@artfulinspirations Thanks for the info, I am looking to move there but still need to find a remote job in order to make that dream come true.

[@artfulinspirations]

@@warriorsack If you're considering moving to Cambodia or some other country in Asia, I recommend visiting and staying for extended periods to make sure it's right for you. No place will be perfect. When I am in Cambodia there are some things about America that I miss, and vice versa. Apart from the lower cost of living, many Asian American expats feel more at home in Asia than they did in America where they were born and raised.

[@madarasoun3018]

amok is Khmer dish popular in Siem Reap.

[@mps-chords]

It's Khmer dish but it's not so common compared to Koko or something else. I feel it's more like a dish for the elites.

[@lucknlu2116]

I totally agree with him on the food promotion.

[@kaiyaom2195]

Live Cambodia if you healthy you are okay but if you not that a problem. You paid 100% from your pocket

[@Jasmine-qc4st]

You can always buy global health insurance as many expats do

[@Brb16-78]

I read the comments, and most were positive about relocating to Cambodia. But, the title of this video got me confused!

[@tonykeo4921]

Someone who wants to move to Cambodia and decided to come back here to the state gonna be homeless

[@christineyoung4349]

My mom told me that Amok is made for to serve only for royalty. Not for commoner. Please educate the guy!!

[@zeylahs]

True but my mom made amok very often when i was growing up. Maybe this guy family must not consume much khmer food when he was growing up. All family are different.

[@sarannman3883]

My mom said amok is made when she has a lot of spare time and us kids are willing to help. A lot preparation. We can not educate someone based on what our mom said we have to dig deep into history ourselves.

[@thiachap]

I think we can help each other learn without being condescending.

[@Chopsticks88]

When you get sick, you will realize that Cambodia is not a place to stay unless you are financially healthy or abundant.

[@Kn1ghtMan]

That's what I gather too. Medical emergencies will likely require a trip over to Bangkok unless the person can afford the private hospitals in cities like Phnom Penh. Basic check ups are available and affordable in major cities but yea, nobody knows when an unexpected disaster can happen.

[@sonievkay]

i totally agree with you on the medical side. with that being said, i’m personally looking forward to the changes that will come towards the medical/health field through the help of the japanese government. it includes medical tools, technology, hospitals and education.

[@walsakaluk1584]

If you're not financially healthy don't leave the US.

[@malislam1954]

Not true so many good Dr in Cambodia I been 3 years I'm 70 years old walk everywhere by myself go Dr check up every 6 months eat healthy food

[@thebluethegreen9476]

I don't agree with you so even you need to pay hospital but it is affordable. State hospital is provided appropriate care for you.

[@ThaiRoney]

He looks like Jon from Jon and Kate plus eight

[@va52pc]

I came to the States in 1980, I can visit srok Khmer but not live longer than maybe a month

[@tedawilliams]

My husband loves Khmer food! Above all asian foods.

[@lionolee5480]

I’ll visit you when I do go to Cambodia and actually I was thinking of moving back there it’s a plan and I am hoping my wife and adult children see it and want to move there as well

[@schow2020]

Good content

[@Brb16-78]

His food looks alright

[@charliek6371]

Im a long beach cambodian i never had amok or a family member cook it as well.

[@khmerangkorboy]

waiting to watch his food transaction 🙏🙏🙏

[@Vazter]

While locals wants to move out of the country these Americans wants to come back 😂

[@cuteanimalsinshort9604]

Because the locals know what it is like to live in the country.

[@UzumakiNaruto010]

You'll regret it soon.

[@ThearyAdventures1989]

Just moved back

[@tekduch2894]

you can sale every thing and go to live in cambodia but when you return with emty hand crazy idea .

[@ReaksmeyBright]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@visethkawimmer1674]

Amok is for elite family...Royalty

[@charliek6371]

I thought Khmer food in Cambodia was going to be really good when i went their turns out Khmer food in Cali was wayyyyy better.

[@mps-chords]

I think it’s just what you’ve gotten used to in California. It’s like drinking Coke in different countries-you can always notice subtle differences, especially in the sweetness level.

[@naysimchim]

Yep ,I agree with you, but I think the way they cooked way sweeter than us over here ,that's what I think 😊

[@mps-chords]

​@@naysimchimyes, that's my point.

[@ichigos896]

He's Khmer American but can't pronounce Phnom Penh right. 😂 Joking aside. Glad he likes it there. Plan to retire there soon also.

[@sophiainjoy8942]

I so agree. We don’t eat amok.

[@Thavy_lorn]

Didn’t know Khmer lived in cashmere 😂!

[@xkodakCAMx]

On Jesus Christ, Cambodia is a treasure trove of affordability, where the cost of living echoes the whispers of the good old early '90s in killafornia. It offers a beautiful opportunity to step back in time, allowing you to rewrite your financial story and reshape your relationship with money, giving you a precious second chance at life. So, you better play your cards right or you just like fumbling and play victimize.

[@charleswan2126]

I traveled to Thailand then visited Cambodia for two weeks, then vietnam for a week. These countries are horrible.

[@KhmerKandal]

I have traveled to Cambodia and love it. Maybe you need to have a brain check.

[@charleswan2126]

@KhmerKandal Cambodia is very filthy and ugly.

[@buddhamane7126]

I am Cambodian and I said wtf is amok lmao

[@buddhamane7126]

Prahok?

[@Jasmine-qc4st]

@@buddhamane7126 Amok is the fish steam with coconut milk and some ingredients U can google and see

[@va52pc]

Fresh fish with like curry ingredients with coconut cream and Chinese broccoli steam in banana leaf, from what I have seen