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FOOD CAPITAL
food CAPITAL
Benny Omar navigates the movable feast of Vientiane Capital, a town of exciting cuisines and dining experiences, with everything from sizzling street fare, cafe cool, or fine dining gourmandise.
Benny Omar is a food & travel blogger based in Vientiane. Visit his page online: facebook.com/vientianelifestyle
ICE CREAM
HAUTE & COLD GELATERIA As the name implies, the gelato at this gelateria is simple, honest, and delicious. Made with fresh, seasonal fruit, Haute & Cold offers some of the very best gelato in Vientiane. Choose from 10 flavors, including the Japanese Green Tea Dairy, fresh Passion Fruit, Pistachio, Avocado, or vegan flavors like Chocolate and Coconut.
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Crème Brûlée Gelato
Rue Francois Ngin Mon–Sun 10 am – 9.30 pm @hauteandcold
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The Greenhouse favorite Satay Wrap
LAO AUTHENTIC CUISINE
MAKPHET Makphet was established for the sole cause of giving back to the community. On one hand, the restaurant serves delicious food made from local, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients. On the other, it provides training and career development for people in need of skills and employment. A delicious homemade rice noodle with mushroom dumpling soup, freshly cooked rice, and a spicy side dish are the best kind of comfort food on any day of the week. Sit back and enjoy your holiday with their Happy Hour specials from 3 pm to 6 pm.
HEALTHY
THE GREENHOUSE Time to eat your greens! Swap your carbo-heavy lunch for a salad bowl at The Greenhouse in Vientiane. Sometimes we all need a little change in our lunch roster. But don't worry – healthy doesn't always mean boring. The Greenhouse is a salad bar in town that serves up a variety of healthy with all the good stuff like superfoods and organic leaves. Get creative and pick and mix from the selection of hot and cold proteins, deli choices, and various dressings for your personal salad bowl.
Rue Phai Nam Mon–Sat 11.30 am– 9 pm @Makphet
Rue Francois Ngin Mon–Sat 9 am– 6 pm @thegreenhousevte
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Roasted Tomato, Garlic and Shallot Dip
