Simon N. Ostheimer reveals how one chef is bringing Cambodian cuisine back to life
“When you dine at Malis, not only are you savoring the very best of Cambodian cuisine, you are also consuming an important story,” says Malis’ Director Loumpheany Preap. She explains that during the country’s dark 1970s period under Khmer Rouge rule, many of Cambodia’s traditional recipes, which had been passed down verbally for centuries from generation to generation, were forgotten and vanished from local kitchens. “Malis was born out of the desire to restore Cambodian cuis
Remote Lands Travelogues: Best Rooftop Bars in Phnom Penh
With a spate of new hotel openings and improved services, this once overlooked Cambodian capital is on the rise – quite literally, in terms of its rooftop bars. Less than a decade ago, there were almost no buildings taller than five stories in Phnom Penh; now the rapidly growing city is home to a slew of amazing rooftop and sky bars. Click here to read online: https://www.remotelands.com/travelogues/skys-the-limit-best-rooftop-bars-in-phnom-penh/ #remotelandstravelogues #remo
Remote Lands Travelogues: Cambodia’s newest hotels are changing the luxury outlook for Southeast Asi
This small Southeast nation has long been famous for the ruins of Angkor, but now a raft of new accommodation is drawing visitors to other undiscovered corners of the kingdom. The recent spate of new hotel openings includes everything from tented camps in the jungle by Bill Bensley to some of the biggest names in hospitality finally setting up shop in Phnom Penh. Click here to read it online: https://www.remotelands.com/travelogues/cambodias-newest-hotels-change-the-luxury-ou
Remote Lands Travelogues: Contemporary Art Booms in Thailand’s Cultural Capital of Chiang Mai
Once the capital of the independent Lanna kingdom, Chiang Mai in Thailand’s north has always pursued its own path, which perhaps explains why it’s home to a thriving contemporary art scene. From the expansive spaces of MAIIM to the intimate settings of the unique Gallery Seescape and the promise of CMU Art Center, Chiang Mai is on its way to becoming Thailand’s most important art hub. Click here to read it online: https://www.remotelands.com/travelogues/contemporary-art-booms
Remote Lands Travelogues: Savoring Samui
Known for its beautiful vistas, exclusive resorts, sense of wellness, and tasty coconuts – the island’s most famous export – Samui is now developing a culinary scene to match. Thailand’s second largest island, Koh Samui has seen a rapid boom in quality fare. Some want the culture and scenery of places like the Jungle Club and KOH Thai Kitchen & Bar, others yearn for cocktails and culinary creativity at The Larder and Link Cuisine & Lounge. Click here to read it online: http:/
Remote Lands Travelogues: Luang Prabang's Best Bites
The ancient royal capital of Laos may be better known for its rich history and 35 temples, but a range of new restaurants are giving foodies another reason to visit Luang Prabang. Be they ultra-luxe adventurers or culture connoisseurs, more and more travelers have been using Luang Prabang as their Laos adventure basecamp, and the city, in turn, has been refining its palate. Click here to read it online: http://remotelands.com/travelogues/luang-prabangs-best-bites-fine-dining-
Remote Lands Travelogues: Fine Dining in Phuket
Pru makes its own produce at a 240-acre farm northeast of Phuket and Old Town has been revitalized by Surf & Turf. Chef Tammasak Chootong has made a name as Phuket’s fusion food pioneer; Jamie Wakeford, who apprenticed at Heston Blumenthal’s Fat Duck, turns heads with his Thai-fried cauliflower with truffle mayo. Thailand’s largest island may be famed for its blue skies and white-sand beaches, but an emerging dining scene led by creative chefs is putting its restaurants on th
