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Monica Tindall Now with direct flights from Kuala Lumpur, a booming food and beverage scene and the beautiful laid-back setting of the Mekong, The Yum List anticipates Luang Prabang as the next hotspot for travel within Asia. And, we have found a stellar accommod…
Monica Tindall The food and beverage scene in Luang Prabang has taken off in recent years. Foreign investment and locals returning from overseas have elevated the offerings from street food and tourist restaurants to an exciting collection of kitchens working …
Monica Tindall Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and formerly the royal capital of Laos, is now easily accessed with newly opened direct flights from Kuala Lumpur. Most lists of the Top Things To Do In Luang Prabang will give you temples, temples and more …
Monica Tindall “It’s five to five! I’ll meet you in the pub!” Apparently, this is a phrase that resonates with many office workers in the UK. As the work day draws to a close colleagues start pointing to their watches and make plans to go for drinks with their mates. […]
Monica Tindall The only restaurant in Laos on the Secret Tables list, Manda de Laos is a true hidden gem. Located on what appears to be a poor urban street with motorbikes putting by and kids playing on the street, a garden lined entrance opens up to a hidden paradise. […]
Monica Tindall Saffron Coffee is not only THE number one spot to get a cup of coffee in Luang Prabang and one of the best brunch cafes in the town, but it’s also a chance to support the growth and education of the Lao community. Saffron Coffee: Farm to Brew […]
Monica Tindall Along the Nam Khan river in the town centre, Tamarind Restaurant and Cooking School showcases popular Laos dishes including some local Luang Prabang specialties. Opened since 2005, the restaurant has become a staple for travelers wanting not on…
Monica Tindall Ask any foodie residing in Luang Prabang who are the chefs to follow in the growing food and beverage industry, and Chef Somsack’s name is bound to come up in every conversation. A native to Laos, Chef Somsack moved to Switzerland in his early 20s to st…
Monica Tindall When the general manager of a hotel is a former chef (and an exceptional one at that – previously heading restaurants awarded with coveted Aussie Chef Hats), you can pretty much guarantee that the guy he hires to lead the kitchen is going to have to be w…
Vientiane, Laos Micheylne Callan shares with The Yum List her favourite place to stay and top five restaurants to dine at, in Vientiane Laos. Where to Stay in Vientiane Dhavara Boutique Hotel It’s centrally located and well kept. Instead of putting …