Shanghai Daily

Away from the tourist areas, this is is one of Luang Prabang’s top destinations for fabulous Lao food with great views of a leafy garden and lotus pond.

On my recent visit, my palate was awakened to a fusion of new flavors based on traditional Lao touches. Choose to sit outdoors, in sophisticated comfort, and enjoy the captivating view of the beautiful pond surrounded by the lush gardens and the romantic glow of candles and lanterns.

The setting is spectacular and the food is, too.

Try the banana flower salad peppered with a medley of fresh herbs and minced meat and the Laot sausage flavored with kaffir lime, lemongrass and other herbs. The sausage makes a pleasant appetizer or snack for any meal in the city. Lao cooking also involves wild boar, buffalo meat, and river fish.

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