"...undefinable meat" Rachelliniioffskinini, Andrea and Jessikni here!
After doing some research and speaking to our friends (all of whom have been to Laos) we can confirm that the 'undefinable meat' is, in fact, definable. Turns out it's gymnures, a local staple, also known as con nhím (well, in Vietnam). Texture and taste just like beef! Take a look on Google images - they're rather sweet. Other rumours have it, this meat is actually Pygmy Marmoset but we like to think these are vicious lies!
We're looking forward to reading your next blog about your stay in Vang Vien. We're currently in Stockholm and have found you a present - but we still have to buy it though.
Bidding you farewell, from Stockholm X
Nice! Hey virtual, good writing on experiences! am sure u r enlightening so many indian travel enthusiasts with ur experiences. Just a pick....it is Gayatri Mantra (just in case u want to enrich ur knowledge).
Just in case u have more of these u can mail them personally to amolmo@hotmail.com
Happy traveling and bloggin! cheers!
Namaste Your blogs have been wonderful -- enormously entertaining and great photos. But just remember that while you're having the experiences of a life time we're slogging away on all these bloody journals, so be prepared to work very, very hard when you return. There's always a price to pay!
Great Pics...keep them coming Wow. Just logged on for first time. Will you actually come back to London...must be looking pretty dreary compared to India. We have a little bit of sun (even in Scotland). My only shopping tip is don't pay more than about £20 for a straightforward embroidered sari and make sure that they sew/pleat the skirt - makes it a lot easier to wear.
Hope you're having a fun time. Try not to get into any fights over rickshaws or men. A shame you couldn't get into Humayun's tomb - you should try again when the bees have been wiped out. If you get the chance could you ask a local where St Martin's Garrisson Church designed by Smoosmith is and better still get a photo? Will email my new address for a postcard x
comment on episode 1 - arrived in Delhi This is definitely the way to stay in touch!
Sounds really exciting already, though I am not sure I like the sound of the dance with death on the roads.
I have subscribed to your blog and should get emails when you add further episodes. Let me know if adding comments like this is a satisfactory means of communication or if you would prefer emails.
You will be thrilled to know I have ordered a new printer - much like the old printer / fax/copier but hopefully with more energetic paper handling.
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Aren't you lucky! You can now request another £4 from London Transport! I will faithfully print out all your blogs so that when I go to India I can avoid all of your mistakes and just make ones of my own. The rickshaw driver looks almost as dishy as Sigi. Sage address is: B-1 Mohan Cooperative Industrial Estate (not as pretty as Lodi Park I'm sure). Ring 4053 9222, x242, and you'll get straight through to the man. Keep us posted!
Ruth Hendrick
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Really looking forward to seeing them.