CAMBODIA
Sandwiched between Thailand and Vietnam, Cambodia has its own unique specialties and ingredients.
Emblematic ingredients such as Kampot pepper, Prahok cheese, and Kroeung (spice & herbs paste) all contribute to the delightful cuisine.
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Easy Cambodian Fish Amok Recipe
This easy fish amok recipe is for Cambodia’s national dish. Succulent fish is steamed in banana leaves with a luxurious blend of coconut milk, kroeung paste, and a symphony of spices. The result is a deliciously creamy and flavorful curry custard that captures the soul of Cambodian cuisine. What is Amok Fish? Fish amok is…
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Top 10 Popular Cambodian Street Food You Want to Try
Cambodian street food is not for the squeamish. The delicious street food dishes cover a range from noodles to rice-based snacks all the way to worms and insects. While in Cambodia, exploring the local food specialties, we were surprised by the strong Khmer street food culture and the unique foods. For an authentic street food…
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10 Surprising Facts About Cambodian Food To Prepare For Your Culinary Trip
Cambodia is a fascinating country where the past is always present. While the biggest draw to the country is the ancient temples of Angkor Wat, we encourage you to dive into the local Cambodian food scene. The food in Cambodia is distinct and influenced by the country’s culture and history. Based on our experience and…
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7 Surprising Phnom Penh Markets That Will Shake Up Your Senses
Local markets in Phnom Penh offer much more than meats, seafood, and fresh produce. Can you imagine getting your hair done at your local food market? What about getting your nails painted? Or, better yet, buy yourself a nice gold-plated necklace? While exploring local food specialties in Cambodia, we were surprised to find the local…
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12 Fascinating Cambodian Dishes You Want To Feast On
Exploring Cambodian cuisine and its local flavors is a journey full of surprises. While the country is tucked between Vietnam and Thailand, Khmer cuisine is distinctive with its own unique characteristics, flavors, and tastes. When we visited Cambodia to explore the local food specialties, we mistakenly thought the cuisine would be similar to its neighboring…
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Cuisine Wat Damnak Review: Experience Fine Dining in Siem Reap
Cambodian cuisine surprised us on our quest to explore the authentic food in the Kingdom of Cambodia. In Siem Reap, we were immediately intrigued when we heard about Chef Joannès Rivière of Cuisine Wat Damnak. Using fresh ingredients sourced from all over Siem Reap, he blends authentic Cambodian flavors with creative French culinary techniques. Cuisine…
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Cooking Class in Phnom Penh: Top 3 for Authentic Khmer Cuisine
Taking a cooking class in Phnom Penh is one of the most delicious ways to dive into local food culture and culinary specialties. While exploring the authentic food specialties in Cambodia, we took a Khmer cooking class to learn about the local dishes, including fish amok, the national dish. Cambodian cooking classes in Phnom Penh…
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Top 7 Cooking Classes in Siem Reap To Master Khmer Cuisine
Cooking classes in Siem Reap take you to the heart of the local food culture with market visits and hands-on cooking sessions. While Siem Reap is considered an eighth wonder of the world due to the magnificent Angor Wat temples, it is also home to a vibrant local food scene. The colorful local markets, rustic…