Northeastern Thai Cuisine

Northeast Thailand, also known as Isan, is made up of a large, elevated plateau. The dry climate of the region affect the culinary tradition of the region, with protein sources being derived from a colorful array of critters such as field mice and lizards. The Mekong River also runs pass many of the provinces within the region. As such, many elements of Isan cuisine is shared with Thailand’s neighbor, Lao-PDR.