“There are many aspects of my life that I love, and much of it comes from growing up in a Lao-American household.”
“Lao food is an experience, and there’s nothing
that makes you
feel more at home.”
“I love to cook and share traditional Lao food with my friends, such as khao niew…”
PHOTO: Sticky rice, a Lao food staple
“…and tum mak hoong …”
PHOTO: Spicy shredded green papaya salad, a very popular Lao salad.
“….. khao piak sen (my favorite).”
PHOTO: Lao chicken noodle soup with homemade noodles that’s made with rice and tapioca flour. Topped with green onions, homemade chili oil, and homemade garlic oil. This is Lao comfort food.
“It is so special to be able to introduce people to foods they have never heard of, and especially satisfying when they discover that it is delicious.”
“I introduced my boyfriend Zachary to Lao food at our family parties (and many Asian cuisines in general). He LOVES our traditional meals…”
“…
and I think that’s why my family likes him so much. It is nice to feel accepted and encouraged to cook meals that make me feel closer to my culture.”
- Selena Tavanh, She/Her, 23, NY
