Thursday, May 19, 2011

Great Causes, good food, and a few things for the adventurous eater!

There are a number of great establishments, doing great things, and serving great food – so why not spend your money wisely.  Below are a list places that any socially conscious traveler should know about and opt to visit.  You won’t be disappointed.

Cambodian BBQ – it’s not just about chicken baby.  We opted to take the sampler platter that included  alligator and python!  The snake was a bit dry but the gater isn’t half bad.






WATER BUGS Anyone?
During our village tour we were welcomed by some of the most hospitable people.  While I was so thankful for their lunch invitation, we both opted to bypass eating.  Their lunchtime meals often consist of well BUGS – grasshoppers, crickets, water bugs and more!  Protein is protein.



Romdeng (Phnom Phen) is a restaurant that offers former street children and orphans a place to belong.  Seeing over 100 customers per day, they not only provide fine dining training for everything: waiter, chef, restaurant management;  they provide these kids with a family and a support system.  Each kid receives financial and housing support if needed.  This  provides the ability to continue to go to school and get the skills they need to be productive in the community.

NOW SERVING: TARANTULAST @ Romdeng!



Yes, that is right, I said tarantulas. My husband has a bit of an adventurous palatte and this place hit the spot.  He ordered Tarantulas for an appetizer & stir fried beef with RED ANTS!. He loved the tarantulas and decided he could forego the red ants in the future.




Friends (Phnom Phen) is a sister restaurant to Romdeng. The cuisine is a mix of Cambodian French style tapas. Check it out if your there!




And if your in the mood try a few crickets from your local market.

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