PakseCafe dish of the day.  Lao Sticky rice with eggplant dip. “Steamed sticky rice is an essential part of every meal in Laos. In most cases, it is preferred to regular steamed rice. True to its name, steamed sticky rice sticks together in one big heap. In Laos, the…

The Vietnam war ended in 1975 and to many who lived through the war, still struggle with the strong memories.  Ask a father and son, who have been hiding in the Jungles of Vietnam for over 40, well after the war.  They cultivated their own tobacco and hunted small…

Larb with Sticky Rice worth travelling for?  That is a big yes according to USA today! “Larb is a term for a traditionally Laotian-style meat salad served with a special ground toasted rice and sticky rice. It is usually made with pork, chicken, beef, or duck and mixed with…

Neymar and the rest of the Barcelona played a friendly against a team from Thailand in Bangkok. Brazilian forward Neymar scored his first goal for Barcelona as the Spanish champions hammered a team from Thailand 7-1 in a friendly in Bangkok on Wednesday.The 57 million-euro signing from Santos opened…

Suboi, is a well known rapper in Vietnam where she has honed her skill by listening to Eminem.  She has become extremely famous in a country where half the population is under the age 25.  Having a huge fan-base in a country that is still strict in its way,…

Wirapol Sukphol is rumored to being Laos as he is being sought by the Thai authorities.  Known for his lavish living which sparked lots of criticism, even more so when a viral video hit the web of  him flying on a private jet.  Video below. “Fugitive ex-monk Wirapol Sukphol…

Vang Vieng a tourist hot spot, has always been a popular town to visit in the past 15 years.  Known for its tubing and cheap beer amongst westerners, Vang Vieng triples the fun with annual rocket festival. “STARTLED by the loudest explosion I have ever heard, I sat up…

Wai Kru festival brings in people to ink Sanskrit scripture lines into their bodies.  People will get tino Khong Kuen a magical trance mode during festivities to show devotion. “Shrill shrieks pierce the humid morning air outside the famous tattoo Thai temple of Wat Bang Phra in Nakhon Chai…

Chinese expressed congratulations to Hun Sen in victory in Cambodia election. “Chinese Premier Li Keqiang has expressed his congratulations to Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen on the victory of his Cambodian People’s Party in Sunday’s general election. “I have the pleasure to extend my warm congratulations to the victory of your…

Vietnam is hot spot for travelling, especially for backpackers who are on a budget.  Here is a travel article written from an Indian travelling in Vietnam. “Vietnam is every backpacker’s dream with its undulating history, unique natural topography, culinary options that test and tease, and favourable currency exchange rate…