I recently visited Laos for a couple of weeks and the food there is delicious. Very fresh, herby and not particularly spicy. I will be experimenting with recipes soon, but meanwhile here are a few snaps to inspire you to visit markets to buy your daily veg!

Laap, or herby minced ducking this case

Nam Tha market

delicious fer, from Muang Sing

River weed, local delicacy

Chillies drying

Spring onions

Fast-food Lao style!

Choy sum, or local broccoli

More greens

Herbals, as our guide called them!

Stir fry ingredients…

Local market greens