Issan Friends in Northeast Thailand!

Kim and little"Pumpkin"

Rice is the main staple for the Issan and it is usually served at every meal. These tuffs of rice are being prepared for planting.

Returing from working in the rice fields

A nice catch this morning! This will make a wonderful evening meal with some green leafy vegetables and rice.

This kitchen is only a few feet away from a banana tree. To the right is a mango tree and coconut plam as well. I didn't notice any chickens, but there is a small pond near by where they fish. Cooking is done outside. Charcoals or a small gas stove (like a camp stove with a single burner) are commonly used. Issan food is flavorful, fresh and usually spicey!

Our gracious Host (to the left) and one of the PIONEERS team members (to the right)