When people ask about Cambodia’s national dish, the answer comes quickly and without hesitation: Amok Trey. This is a steamed fish curry prepared with coconut milk, aromatic spices, and served in banana leaves, making it both visually beautiful and deeply traditional. The concrete answer to why it is so important is that Amok Trey represents … Read more
When people ask me what the most typical Cambodian breakfast is, the concrete answer is always Bai Sach Chrouk—grilled pork served over rice, usually with pickled vegetables and broth on the side. Unlike fancy restaurant dishes or tourist-focused specialties, Bai Sach Chrouk is what locals actually eat before work and school. It is affordable, simple, … Read more
When I traveled through Cambodia, everyone I met kept telling me the same thing: you cannot leave without trying Nom Banh Chok. The concrete answer to why this dish is so important is simple. Nom Banh Chok is not just a plate of noodles; it is a part of everyday Cambodian life. It is breakfast … Read more