Laos Food Guide: Must-Try Dishes & Traditional Cuisine

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Laos food combines fresh herbs, local vegetables, and simple cooking styles that bring out bold, natural flavors. From sticky rice to larb and papaya salad, traditional Laos food reflects the country’s culture and way of life. Trying these famous dishes is one of the best ways to experience Laos cuisine on your trip.

Mekong & Laos Cuisine – As Featured in the USTOA Global Kitchen Cookbook

The local cuisine has been recognized internationally. Here we look at how Victoria Xieng Thong Palace in Luang Prabang and Victoria Can Tho Resort in Vietnam had their dishes: Mekong Fish Larb and Bánh Xèo as featured in USTOA’s Global Kitchen Cookbook, highlighting both Laotian cuisine and Mekong cuisine.