New Ransel (randoseru)

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On a trip down to Bangkok last month, we found a shop selling randoseru (Japanese school bags; link) in Pak Chong. We had been thinking about importing them for some time, because they are supposed to be good for posture, and the kids have to lug a ridiculous number of textbooks around. They had a pink one and a black one, so we didn’t even have to agonize over color choice. The kids love ’em, and a lot of other parents now want them, too.

Phu Farm Canned Foods

Phu Farms… As aptly named as a company can be…

Silkwork larvae are a snack I’ve had in Korea and Cambodia as well, and they don’t taste so bad. They are a good novelty food after a few beers. The canned frogs, however, are, well…

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New canned food display at Nam’s university shop featuring locally conceived products
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Silkworm pupae – YUM!

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Mina approves (well, she did before we opened the cans)

 
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MANDATORY “YOU MAY LOSE YOUR LUNCH” WARNING
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The shopkeeper gave Nam a sample of the new product – canned frogs!