An Evening of Memory, Resilience, and Home-Cooked Khmer Cuisine
Step into the heart of Cambodian hospitality with an intimate evening in the home of Chef Chantha Nguon, author of the acclaimed memoir Slow Noodles and a woman whose life story is as rich and layered as the dishes she serves.
Area
Phnom Penh
Type
Community & Culture
Food & Drink
This isn’t just a cooking class. It’s an invitation into a private world of memory, survival, and the enduring power of food. In her cozy Phnom Penh home, Chantha welcomes you like family, preparing recipes passed down from her grandmother, meals lovingly preserved through war, displacement, and decades of resilience. As the aromas of handmade noodles, fresh herbs, and simmering spices fill the kitchen, stories of her life unfold: from a childhood in 1960s Battambang to refugee camps and rebuilding in exile. You’ll not only savor a traditional Cambodian meal prepared with care and intention, but also gain a profound understanding of how food can become a form of remembrance, resistance, and restoration. Each bite tells a story of love, loss, and the quiet courage to begin again.
As part of your experience, you will be provided copy of Slow Noodles by Chantha Nguon, a memoir that traces her remarkable journey through loss, survival, and the healing power of food. We encourage you to read the introduction or a few pages before coming to dinner. Chantha's story is deeply personal, and having a sense of her journey will enrich the experience, helping you connect more meaningfully with the evening, the food, and your host.
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