Previously I took serious umbrage with the gentrified nation of street food, but my time in Shenzhen has mellowed me slightly with places like Ancient BBQ being case in point. My issue with said gentrification has always been tied to the fact that I feel it removes a huge amount of authenticity and lacks the…
OK, so I might have been premature when I wrote my last awesome dim sum review in Guo Mao because after trying the offerings of the Grand Restaurant there is at least one other player in town. And if nothing else it at least shows just how good the dim sum served in Shenzhen are,…
If you happen to be passing through, or needing to take the train from here then there is great news about the street food Kunming South Railway Station scene, and that is that it is bloody epic. Located on Ju Xian Street down the street from the Hampton By Hilton it encompasses restaurants and almost…
When it comes to the street food Vientiane scene this place has its own unique charm, offering an eclectic mix of flavors and dishes that reflect not just Lao, but all of the influences from the surrounding region. With its laid-back vibe, stunning scenery, and a plethora of food options, this capital city is a…
OK, so if you have heard or read that you should not have raw shrimp then frankly you are wrong, raw shrimp, or as they call it in Lao, Goong Che Nam Pa is one of the best raw dishes you can have. I did of course not discover raw shrimp in Lao with that…
After attempting to go to Laos Kitchen only to be unceremoniously sent away as they had a group, I hit up my second choice, namely Doi Ka Noi Restaurant. Well as it turns out this was not only not a big deal, but probably worked out for the best! For it turns out that not…
