The Fascinating Cuisine of Laos: From Sticky Rice to Mekong Stingrays

[@OTRontheroad]

Location pins for this video (and a few extras that we didn't film but I'd highly recommend to anyone visiting Vientiane): -(EDIT) One note: as we've had a few people ask already, best way to get a copy of the cookbook is contacting [e-mail] via e-mail. I cannot recommend it strongly enough; it's an achievement and maybe my favorite cookbook I own. Now locations: -Phakhao Lao: maps.app.goo.gl/j5WAjYWAKghi8BXH7 -Doi Ka Noi: maps.app.goo.gl/XGWmT6RPCGem2yU96 -Manichan: maps.app.goo.gl/HxFbN662qnkkrcbq5 -PVO: maps.app.goo.gl/rupt4GAX2koMq2Rr9 -The street market we walk around: maps.app.goo.gl/rupt4GAX2koMq2Rr9 -And the biweekly farmer's market: maps.app.goo.gl/4ah3HuLW4y4gPvgPA (in the parking lot near the Starbucks) ...and a few other favorites from Vientiane that didn't make this video: -maps.app.goo.gl/XBCrQ5bo5urWiJtF6 (amazing Lao Khao Gee sandwiches and the strongest and biggest coffee anywhere) -maps.app.goo.gl/LAyqWqGJePFR9DAW7 (the best Lao Khao Soi. Pro tip: get it with Moo Krob) -maps.app.goo.gl/H9HkWQg2CSg15wTd6 (where we are literally every single second we're not filming, for absurdly cheap and out-of-this-world baguettes, cold cuts, and wine) -maps.app.goo.gl/KBt7KziU9YEJixs76 (...unless we're working, then we're here) -maps.app.goo.gl/52j7HeobuMbQrGw87 (chill place with Luang Prabang-style food) -maps.app.goo.gl/wArCyAWQnRR2Dgaj8 (better Luang Prabang-style food) -maps.app.goo.gl/iF4AiqzQSy1kUvQ37 (good Indochina-style breakfast and coffee) -maps.app.goo.gl/zSxPZBmDp8GLfN4o9 (our favorite of the many French bistros in town)

[@robertmaggio5590]

I’m so excited to buy this cookbook!

[@doikanoi]

Khobjai, Adam! We can now announce for your viewers in America that our book, A Child of the Rice Fields: Recipes from Noi's Lao Kitchen, is available exclusively through Kitchen Arts and Letters, an independent specialist bookshop on Lexington Avenue, New York

[@lindasimone126]

Thank you for sharing 🇱🇦

[@conanmagruder]

Heading through Laos right now so I appreciate it.

[@SaengsKitchen]

As a Lao American, I am so happy to see you create this intentional and thoughtful video spotlighting the people, food, and history of Laos! You did a great job of learning the history that is not often told and I appreciate you for sharing this video with the world. Loved that you got to visit one of my favorite Lao chefs and restaurants at Doi Ka Noi. And I see my second Lao foodie tour group was featured for a few seconds in the video so thank you. I hope more people watch this video as it gives a great snapshot of "what is Lao food?" and answers so many questions that I come across when talking to people about Lao food. I will be sharing this video! khawp jai lailai

[@OTRontheroad]

Cheers Saeng, appreciate the comment and I made sure to use a clip from your channel as at least a quick hat-tip for your own effort in promoting Lao cuisine. All the best and glad you enjoyed the video.

[@callmeandoru2627]

Love your Laotian food series

[@exudeku]

As a Filipino, I adore how you cover SEAsian cuisine, every single video shows respect and admiration for not only the dishes, but the cultures shown. Love to Laos and our Laotian brothers and Sisters

[@poomsiraprapasiri8448]

I learned from his video on Filipino food that my high school classmate (from the US) has been operating her Filipino restaurant in Bangkok all these years. I have yet to visit but have connected with her on Facebook. I’ve explored other restaurants in his always excellent videos though.

[@jamesragsdale3069]

My neighbor is Filipino and that cooking tech is a bit of a weird combo eh? I can't tell if she's cooking is a different style than my friends back home, but seeing these and seeing there's different regions that makes sense. Back home I enjoyed stuff like laarb and the asian curries. Dried fish, etc

[@jamesragsdale3069]

I asked her if she'd cook for me and she said yes but even her son won't eat her cooking, so I don't know what to take from that. lol She's given us some nice like, I dunno how to describe it but like Filipino spaghetti? The wife couldn't stomach it but I am used to the SE asian spices, but there also a ton more I could not identify. Filipino cooking is an amazing and different take on our normal dishes, but I wanna try some true stuff.

[@JohnnieIsBored]

As a Laotian myself, I appreciate your effort in creating this!

[@superdkls]

As an Australian who has only been in Laos briefly, maybe illegally as is our wont, you’ve inspired me to go back. You’re a legend and the only person making such great educational videos about the history and local practices, thank you

[@samjohnsonkb]

Definitely my favorite KZbin channel. You're the only person whose content I cast to my TV and eat a meal while watching, like I'm putting on a movie or TV show. Incredible quality stuff! Hope you're doing well

[@WeeToo-j4l]

I subbed coz of u.

[@yajcaivplawv88]

This has to be the best explanation of Lao food and how it ended or got associated to Thai food. The quick history of the nation is great too!

[@sun2107]

As a Thai person, I’m happy that you made a video about the beauty of Laos. Laos and Thailand are like relatives, sharing the same culture. Sometimes, we have small disagreements over politics, but our bond through blood ties remains.

[@PatrickTatro-ji8dy]

People don't typically capture and enslave their relatives

[@sayyanhmuong737]

Yes. I have family in Nong Khai in Lao btw

[@Israeli_Prince]

Lao food is the originator of Thai food.

[@chanonwisanmongkol2254]

@@Israeli_Prince Nah, Origin is from Lahn Na - Lahn Chang. Then split in to 2 countries Thailand and Laos both countries share the same originator.

[@Israeli_Prince]

@@chanonwisanmongkol2254 Nope stop claiming Lao culture.

[@johnnycrepaul547]

The people of Laos needs to tell the world their history, culture and heritage so more tourist will come to Laos.

[@araarashinigami]

I had no idea so many of these SE Asian dishes had Lao origins. Every one of your videos are incredibly educational and thought provoking. So glad I discovered this channel last year.

[@niag_ntsejmuag1257]

Lao food is my absolute favorite cuisine of all time. I put it above Thai food, Vietnamese food, and even Chinese food. Its so fresh, bursting with flavor and uniqueness. Love the spiciness, sour, sweet, salty, and bitterness. It just pairs so good with sticky rice. Whats even better than the food is the Lao culture and way of life which is so friendly and laid back. Although I am Hmong, I believe in my past life, I was Lao. I was born in Laos and only went back to visit after 30 years, and I fell in love with Laos. Laos will always have a special place in my heart forever, like a first love that you can never forget regardless of how much time passes by.

[@kvongsa1]

That’s awesome thank you for sharing I’m a chef my self living in America for 45 years love cooking Some days I would love to go to Lao my own home town

[@nomadicperceptions]

Sticky rice with some larb based dish... And few Beerlao. Heaven 😋 😍

[@PanySiryouthay]

Lao is a beautiful country with a rich culture and delicious cuisine. The combination of spicy and sour flavors, along with the use of fresh herbs and chilies, makes Lao food really unique.

[@charlesmcdonald3849]

I am lucky. My wife is from Laos. I have experienced something special. The food and people are second to none.

[@asiaexpat62]

Finally a video of my favorite food. I experienced Laos food in Pakse, Savannaket, Vientiane and Luang Prabang when working there over fifty years ago and still love it. We have Laos food ( caveat Issan style) frequently here in Thailand. Thanks for showing the world about these simple but delicious dishes.

[@Pepc619]

Excellent and informative documentary. As a lao person who's been living in america for a very long time and from an early age. I'm learning a lot about the history of the Lao people and country of Laos just from watching this video.

[@meljarvis8857]

I was lucky to have went to lao five years ago. Absolutely the freshest and most delicious food I have had in any asian country. Fresh green peppercorn sauce. The jeow and bbq. Lord knows I ate well. No fast food in sight. Was glorious 😁

[@ghostknifeisland]

I enjoyed that you gave some historical information. It gives us an added layer of appreciation for the meaning behind the food. ❤

[@charlesmcdonald3849]

Probably one of the best videos on Laos , very informative on the history. Interesting for sure.

[@FlameEmber]

This is so well done, I started the video knowing nothing about Laos, not even to pronounce it without the 's'. And now after almost an hour, I feel like I need to still learn so much more about it!

[@breaky73]

Having lived in south and north Laos, and now in the capital, I can definitely say the food is different. Like Noi from Doi Ka Noi, mentioned, though, that not every Laotian is eating sticky rice. My family in law is from Phongsaly and from the Phunoi tribe. They eat mostly steamed rice, less spicy, and less fish sauce. Drinking tea is also more popular in the northern provinces. Having said that I know plenty of Lao people who will only eat sticky rice, and only consume steamed rice if there's no other option. Personally I love the great noodle soups starting with the 3 k's (kao soi, kao poon, kao piak sen). Those are a very important part of Lao food culture.

[@tktyga77]

I'm glad you addressed that, as it sounded from the start that someone saying that Lao food is similar throughout the nation sounded dubious. A Lao person & a Thai one I met online stated there are at least 2 kinds of regional Lao stuff with Upper & Lower Lao being the major likethings/examples, not including those of the native & national minorities

[@LaoSoftware]

How long have you lived in Laos? I plan to retire in Laos permanently when I hit retirement in 2042.

[@breaky73]

@LaoSoftware 17 years and counting. Plan to retire around the same time as you.

[@irinaanttila2112]

The episode I've been waiting and drooling for! Thank you so much for covering the cuisine of this country that touched me since the first time I made contact as a young student. There are endless discoveries to be made in the world of Lao food and I'm ready for it.

[@WeeToo-j4l]

My wife ( 15 years Married ) is from Isaan Thailand, speaks Lao. We live in Australia, LAOS is always a place we dream of going to

[@IndyPiasaka-eb4li]

Atleast she's acknowledging that she speaks Lao instead of "Isan."

[@geopaulet923]

Isan are Lao people if you dig very deep into Lao history.

[@WeeToo-j4l]

@ I didn’t know isaan was a language

[@WeeToo-j4l]

@ cool history in that part of the world

[@KilanEatsandDrinks]

Indonesian here. 🙋‍♂️ I have only been to Laos a few times so I wouldn't say I am familiar with the cuisine. One thing I can say is that I love that they like to eat their meals with sticky rice because as an Indonesian, I consider sticky rice either as a dessert or a special dish that you eat once in a while.

[@ta-ms7md]

I really enjoyed watching this documentary about Laos. Very informative about Laos culture and foods. You have done a great job.

[@macinhiodasilva]

Finally a great video about Laos out there! Most amazing country, great food, awesome locals 🇱🇦 People have to understand lao identity with its food, language & culture

[@NessS398]

Outstanding! Wishing everyone @ OTR a healthy & prosperous Lunar New Year. 🐍

[@cyliemyrus]

Lao sausage has to be the best sausage on this planet.

[@JC-life-is-good]

I agree! The aromatics in the sausage are not like anything else.

[@Teksllc]

That’s what my wife said😂

[@sarinabond7738]

Strongly agree! I love love love Laos foods

[@Jordan-sy7my]

HELL YEAH!!!! Met an awesome friend that's from there! He and his family showed me and my brotherso many dishes! Cooked for us and with us often. I know one family doesn't represent an entire culture or people, but I will always have a soft place in my heart for Laos and its people!

[@ViengSelena]

So true about Lao people - they will always share their food.

[@jonfranklin4583]

I've always been curious about Laos, after seeing this peek into the culture and cuisine, it is now high on the to go to list, thanks for another stellar video!

[@DerickSeng]

YES! My favorite part is that you invited your driver to join you at the table for a meal! Lao cuisine is not just about the food but about community and sharing/enjoying it with others. The base of every Lao meal is sticky rice, making it easier to share with others and its simplicity to combine with many dishes. Thank you so much for documenting your experiences, sharing your learnings, and explaining the history of Lao and Lao cuisine. Very much appreciated. Kawp Jai!

[@ESMAVLT]

I ❤ Lao foods. From Thailand with love. 🥰

[@Littlemonkeyeats]

Man, I love your videos! Such profoundness should be celebrated. The amount of research you do is remarkable and many self proclaimed "food influencers" should take lessons from it. This should be on National Geographic for everyone to see. Keep it up!

[@News_Watcher]

Awesome presentation-well done and deep inside the real information.

[@PKP1]

This was the series I was hoping some one would make and trust you to have left no stone unturned, explaining the history of the country and showcasing their original food. Brilliantly documented.

[@arronsong3913]

Lao Mok Pa is my favorite, the fresh herbs and aromatic smells flavor of Padaek steamed in wrapped banana leaves eat with sticky rice, yum!

[@dondobbs9302]

Beautiful! Beautiful! Folks; PLEASE go to Laos, you will not regret. Love it!! Been from Laung Prabang down to the bottom of Champensak. And yes, the grilling of everything and the smokiness is really part of the taste all over. I think Gary Butler actually DID go all the way up to the Thai/Laos border for a bowl of Lao Khao Soi. (I've had it in Vientiane too and.....yeah.) Waiting for you lovely OTR people to do the Khao Soi episode, It's just a matter of time. The Lao version, the Lanna Thai and the Myanmar Khao Swe are all part of that story. Love Noi! And the coincidence of having the #2 promoter of Laos culture right there after a long road trip! Great that you-all finally got the driver to join you.

[@psps-z7k]

Thank you for the beautiful story of Laos.

[@dundrumleith]

Beautifully filmed and edited, as ever, and as ever, fascinating content. Thank you.

[@dennisnatrayon213]

🙏

[@Elrond_Hubbard_1]

I _love_ south east Asian cuisine. I've said for a long time that Vietnamese food is my favourite in the whole world, but now I'm thinking that might be because I've never had Lao food. I can tell just by looking at it, that I would fall in love.

[@meksavanhmanivong2493]

That’s is Laos 🇱🇦and foods ! Full of history! Lao & Esan 👍

[@LTC76]

Lao food is unique and flavorful..

[@DUDEfreestyle]

Laos is by far the most laid back country. I have many Laotian friends here in the US.

[@TheSploogeDaddy]

I have waited a very long time for this particular video !!!

[@Kwippy]

When I visited Luang Prabang, I had dinner at a nice restaurant popular with tourists serving Lao food and it was lovely. At a nearby table there were two Thai tourists who appeared unimpressed with the menu. They asked the waiter "Hey do you have live oysters?". Like sure land-locked Lao is famous for live seafood.

[@breaky73]

Thai people are spoiled with good seafood from their own country. Also, the food service industry had a lot more time to mature in Thailand. In that sense, Laos cannot really compare, as a landlocked country, with only a fraction of the population and tourists. However, most Thai tourists who visit Laos, come for the food, to savour special dishes, not found in Thailand. In Thai guides you often see restaurants recommended, overlooked by western tourists.

[@KyrstensCloset]

Jeow Som + Oysters is pretty much the tastiest combo I know of.

[@Niksg9424]

You'd think Adam was a polyglot of epic proportions with the way he nods along to every language being spoken to him like he understands it lol Another banger video

[@OTRontheroad]

lol well in this case it’s easy as Lao is more-or-less mutually intelligible with Thai

[@ilakya]

Lao to Thai speaker is more or less like Irish or Scottish to an American. I'm partially Laos descended Thai grown up in the central Thailand and I speak almost no Lao and probably came out strange if I try. But I perfectly understand Lao. Some of my friends struggle to understand some words.

[@Assassin0311]

Love the video. Thanks for sharing our food to the world.

[@foodhistory1387]

I cannot stress enough just how fantastic your channel and content is; Loving how it is going deeper and deeper into the cultural, food anthropology as well as the historical. Bravos!

[@NickSiyavong]

Thank you for showing and explaining about history, culture and food to would to know about people and culture and food.

[@hilly971]

My husband is from Champasak. Married 20 years. Thank you for making this video.

[@Laoconnection-Official]

What an awesome video on Lao food, culture and history. You and your team did great on this!

[@topdiy707]

Lao people are very friendly and approachable

[@KevinReimer-h7w]

Elegant, informative, and fascinating. Thank you.

[@lindasimone126]

When I was getting ready to leave home to go to college my grandmother packed the Lao Khao soy topping for me for the dorm room freezer 😂😊

[@tahajfirst6836]

There is a laos/Thai restaurant a few blocks from my house, and has been my favorite restaurant for years

[@JC-life-is-good]

I saw the news on the BBC today that Hamas released five Thai hostages from Gaza. I checked Perplexity and found that 30,000 Thais are working in agriculture sector in Israel, and most of the people are Isan Thai. I didn't realize there were so many Thai people there. As such, there are many Isan Thai/ Lao restaurants in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Happy to see that the Thais are able to go home. I wish peace for the people of Israel and Palestine.

[@nontokozomngadi82]

So much nostalgia. I lived in Laos for three years, and this took me back. Phakhao Lao was one of my faves, glad to see it survived COVID. Wonder if Tip Khao also survived. Your video made me understand the options at Doi Ka Noi better, so inspirational the work and research the chef owner Noi has made. Hands down the best documentary about ahaan Lao and its history and complexities.

[@xscapeartistry5332]

OTR has become my favourite KZbin channel! I was so excited to see this one pop up today! I’m heading to Laos in a fortnight (3rd time so already a Laos fan!). I’m sooo looking forward to a bowl of Lao Khao Soi and a Khao jee pate. And beer Lao, my fave SEA beer! Such an underrated country but one of my faves!

[@LongNguyen-cj7co]

Greeting from Vietnam to my Laotian brothers and sisters ❤❤❤❤

[@waltermymala9654]

My gosh you're actually the goat your food recs were top tier when I went to Bangkok. Thank you!

[@Lukasz-nw2pb]

I had the chance to visit Laos a few years ago. Incredible country with incredible views, food, and people. It’s crazy how under the radar it is.

[@tommyle628]

Oh man I was always ready for some history lesson before the food, Laos people are very kind and shy, yet lovely and peaceful. Their history might be not so good term with the Thais but as a Vietnamese we always have a special place for our Laos brothers and sisters.

[@Auron_24]

A Thai scholar once said, " Thai and Lao are blood brothers, but Lao and Vietnam are brothers from another mother"

[@sisakhonevilayphone8087]

🙏thank you for come visit 🇱🇦 👍🌟 and so very welcome to 🇱🇦 🙏😇❤️

[@gtramsay]

So glad you made it to my adopted home country at last. I hope you can make it up to Luang Prabang next time. This made me very nostalgic for my time living in Vientiane a few years ago.

[@GOLDYMONKs]

This is amazingly produced and informational! Love the history lesson :)

[@zupermaus9276]

Lao cuisine broadly summarised: very much the base that a lot revolves around is the glutinous rice. Denser and heavier, it creates a pleasing bolus / mouth-feel when gluing together disparate ingredients - watery sauces, spongy meat at one end to harder items such as nuts, crispy edges to the meat and grated / raw vegetables. Lao food has been spectacularly requisitioned for this. Although the chef mentions Lao cuisine lacks the richness of coconut milk as in Thai cuisine, it gets its creaminess instead from the dense rice, offset by the sharper aromatic dishes it accompanies. Take these dishes on their own and they're a flavour explosion that might be a bit much in series, combine it with the rice and it melts beautifully. Lao also combines what the chef humbly refers to as 'rustic' flavour (read: natural eg barbecued meats, fresh, raw veg and herbs, nuts) but also a panoply of complex sauces full of herbs, fermentation, spices and stock, the kind that SE Asia is famed for. This is why Lao food is one of the world's best despite thinking itself so humble, sourcing from a jungle that has less available protein than the desert, but over thousands of years has honed what it can into a masterpiece. It manages to keep natural flavours, while also adding to them. There are two types of cuisine -one that keeps the natural flavours (celebrated in Greek, French, Spanish, Argentine, Japanese, Cantonese) and those that add to them (think Indian, Szechuan, Thai, Wu, Malaysian). Lao straddles both (along with Turkish, Vietnamese, Peruvian, Mexican). A good nod to what makes great civilisations is not so much what they lacked, but what they leant into and overcame. Think of the world's driest regions lacking wood (no navies) and water -Mesopotamia, Egypt, Persia, the Indus, the jungle empires with scarce protein that were still able to build the world's largest ancient cities or structures -Angkor, Burma, Siam, southern India, the Aztecs, Inca (the latter of which didn't even use the wheel, which although they had them, lacked any species of livestock to pull). The Chinese who lacked potassium in the soil so the horses were weak, and couldn't have cavalries against the armies of the Steppes (Jurchens, Mongols, Manchus), instead building great walls, inventing gunpowder weaponry and machinery, blast furnaces and set off trade routes. Laos has done the same to its cuisine.

[@somethingsochill]

So good! I fell in love with Southeast Asia this year in Thailand and I can’t wait to explore more like Laos and Vietnam! Thanks for the inspiration

[@anthonyanderson9326]

Absolutely wonderful. Great episode

[@jdizzle4571]

This makes me want to visit Laos so bad. If I ever get the opportunity to go to SE Asia I am not going to pass up Laos or their food! ❤️❤️❤️

[@winteryolive]

I love sticky rice with all the jeow options. I also feel that just like the cuisines of my Eastern European roots, a signature flavor in many Lao dishes is dill. I wonder if that is why I love Lao food so much. Lao food is also the spiciest food I've ever eaten in terms of chili heat. They don't hold back on the hot fresh chilis. They say bo phet bo sap, if it's not spicy it's not good.

[@LTC76]

Lao cusine is so underrated..

[@JC-life-is-good]

Yes, that is very true about the usage of dill in Lao and Eastern European food! I used to work in Kazakhstan, a former Soviet Union state. There was a lot of influence from Russia, Ukraine, and other Eastern European countries, and dill was in many dishes - salad, soup, and others.

[@Sengalang0207]

I notice Lao food has a salty, savory, sour and bitter element. The bitter element really differentiate Lao dishes to the rest of asia

[@jmpht854]

Beer Lao is the best! I still look for it whenever I pass a more 'international' liquor shop in North America 🤣

[@jmpht854]

And y'all are Vientiane pros already, but just in case it's somehow gone under your radar: Definitely give La Terrasse a visit! I visited Laos when I was living in East Asia, but my family was still based in France and La Terrasse was an incredible taste of France in Southeast Asia ❤

[@Kat21524]

I love that you do so many SE asian counties not just Thailand which would be so much easier and cheaper for you. Thank you for taking the extra time and money to explore for us!

[@stickyrice703]

I subbed. Thanks for making Lao foods documentary. Love the video.

[@craigaubrey69]

Otr ... Always the best ... love every posting... I Thank You All Very Much For Your Outstanding Hard Work... Always waiting for the next video.... Laos brought back many memories of years past in my Asian travels.... thankyou ...thankyou

[@Unplugged704]

Love this video! Amazing content! ❤ 🇱🇦

[@mylesjude233]

Another good video mate, hope you do one on Indonesia next. Though given how many islands there are, that could be a whole series onto itself (exploring Bali, Java, Sumatra, etc 🇮🇩 ).

[@YajHwmH]

Love this video! The restaurant host is so sweet and very knowledgeable!

[@rubnchvz]

Thank you for opening a part of the world I didn't knew about and also a part of my heart to that part

[@shannonspage9360]

I love how ingredients from the americas have made there way into foods around the world. Its awesome to see what other peoples do with them and make them unique.

[@jayb8003]

Appreciate the video and I actually learn alot from this video even tho I am Lao from America

[@extremeboiwoo]

THANK YOU FOR SHOWCASING OUR FOOD!! I long for the day my family's kingdom and our 3 other kingdoms return to rule our beautiful lands once again 🇱🇦🇱🇦🇱🇦

[@extremeboiwoo]

Small correction btw: You missed our Kingdom of Muang Phuan (ເມືອງພວນ). Also known now as Xieng Khouang!

[@AnyFishKiller]

Been waiting for this one🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@thecoloringnook-4357]

Before this video I didnt eve know lao existed. When I saw this video on my notifications I searched it up and now I know it exists lol. Thank you for this video!

[@lemongrass568]

Finally the Lao food episode !

[@neossou501]

Thank you for showing Lao food.

[@lindasengthong8223]

❤‍🩹Job well done, love this episode!

[@aalykins58]

Chef Noi was such a great addition to this documentary. Big shout out to your team. Excellent work as always.

[@doikanoi]

Thank you so much

[@sfalpha]

Good EP. As Thai, we know and very much accept these are Laos food (sometimes ISAAN which translate to Northeast because those area literally North East of central Thailand, including Laos. Because Lao foods also served in Thai restaurant Internationally as Isaan food make people outside Thailand think it is Thai food.

[@Monkky110]

What a good day with an OTR upload

[@sunni96]

Finally Laos!

[@advantasian]

Can't wait to watch. On top of the to-do-list for this coming weekend.

[@ChangSikounlabout]

Thank you so much for the effort ❤

[@joeyphounsavath4826]

All these delicious looking foods make me extremely hungry.

[@christinosim]

Hi OTR, You've made so many videos on Thai, Vietnamese, and Lao food, and even a deep video on the history of amok, but no video from the country of Cambodia itself. Please come try the food here in Cambodia.

[@Feralyank]

Fascinating content. Kudos.

[@rememberitsallagame]

You have inspired me to visit Laos! the furthest east I have been is Turkey, I love food, flavour, people, and travel probably in that order 😉. I would love it if you did a tour of UK, and explain to me via food where the hell I live ✊

[@maudquemeneur8010]

"If you want to understand a country's cooking, you have to eat at its people's home."

[@anthonyvang]

very meaningful n marvelous contents of real lao foods.. left laos in 1975 with my parents n reside in the U.S.A... loves to go back n couldn't cuz i am a Vang... not the right time to travel back to laos.. getting older n loves to see laos again b4 my time... thnx for the vid!!!! good job

[@JC-life-is-good]

I don't think the Lao government would seek retribution, especially if you are a US citizen now. Go back and enjoy your childhood-and the food!

[@anthonyvang]

thnx 4 the feedback n encouragement JC....

[@Go4Broke247]

Over 10s of thousands of Hmong American visited Laos, and you think no Bangs visited Laos? 😂😂😂😂😂

[@anthonyvang]

@@Go4Broke247 very true 10s of thousands of hmong american inclunding the Vang have been back to visit laos, but i am difference from these hmong Vang... i do have couple lao friends in vientiane. they will takes care of me only in vientiane, not in other provinces! thnx for the feedback n the wife n i with two other white couples will takes our jet to thailand then we'll cross over to vientiane without the jet for a few days in laos this coming summer.