The Building Blocks of Lao Food: Mortar, Pestle, Jaew

This week on Good Food:

• Chef Saeng Douangdara on the dips, ferments, and family history behind Lao cuisine.
• At the farmers market, RVR bartender Nina Wongsuwat shops for plums for a seasonal negroni.

Connect with Good Food host Evan Kleiman on Substack.