SAVOR
Laos' Signature Ingredient While Japan celebrates 'umami', Laos claims 'noua', defining a flavor through padaek that many cultures lack words for
1
68
Words by Ayaka Vu Images by Phoonsab Thevongsa
ientiane's streets pulse with life: vendors call out, children laugh, and cafes hum with conversations. Amidst this lively ambiance, Kualao Restaurant emerges as a culinary beacon. More than just its reputation, it stands as an emblem of Laos’ rich culinary history. Here, Dalaphone Pholsena continues her mother Manola’s culinary traditions, making Lao culture shine in every dish, particularly with the iconic Lao padaek, or fermented fish sauce.
