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The Food of Myanmar
The cuisine of Myanmar (formerly Burma) has been influenced by the respective cuisines of China, India and Thailand. However, in spite of this, Burmese cuisine has unique preparation techniques and distinct flavours unlike any other. You could
also find variations of it in some top restaurants but Burmese cuisine is still best Different regions of Myanmar have different variations of "standard" dishes. Use of seafood is more prevalent along coastal cities such as Sittwe, Kyaukpyu, Mawlamyaing (formerly Moulmein), Mergui and Dawei, while meat and poultry are more commonly used in landlocked cities like Mandalay. Fish and shrimp from rivers, lakes and streams, however, have traditionally been the main source of protein in a variety of ways, fresh, salted whole or filleted, salted and dried, made into a salty paste, or fermented sour and pressed. Beef and pork, although certainly not forbidden, are avoided by many Buddhists and Muslims respectively. Vegetarian dishes are also common, as especially during the Buddhist lent (Wa-dwin), a three-month rains retreat, eating only before midday (u bouk saunk) and abstaining from meat (thet that lut) is observed by many devout Buddhists. Burmese cuisine also contains a variety of salads (a thouk) centered on one major ingredient, ranging from rice, noodles, and glass vermicelli, to potato, ginger, tomato, kaffir lime, lahpet (pickled tea), and ngapi (fish paste). These salads have become a popular fast-food in Burmese cities. Here is a popular expression that sums up the traditional favourites: "Of all fruit the best is the mango, of all meat it's pork, and of all leaves it's lahpet (tea)." The best place to learn more about the food of Myanmar is at the Burmese Association of WA. Learn about the Food of Myanmar by joining our Cooking Class and Demonstrations. Contact our Management Committee representative Sandra Baker or fill in the registration form below and post it to the Associations postal address. Do you require the services of a Justice of Peace?
Contact Lance Kavanagh JP Lance will also be sitting in at the BAWA office, 275 Stirling Street, Perth on Fridays between 1:00PM and 4:00PM.
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Our Food Fete - held on every second Saturday of the month, from 10.00AM to 1.00PM. From all the feed back we have received, this event is "second to none." We have been running this activity for many years now, making improvements as and when necessary. There are approximately 8 stalls, providing a variety of delicious and authentic Burmese cuisines at very reasonable prices. All our vendors hold the necessary permits from the Department of Health from their respective Cities/Shires and the cooking is done in commercial kitchens, maintaining a high degree of standards and hygiene. Our patrons are multicultural and increasing with every month that passes with some also buying meals to take home. The noisy, friendly and happy atmosphere creates an ideal opportunity to meet old friends and make new ones. So come along and bring your family and friends to our next Food Fete to enjoy the food, the company and have a good time. Click Here to download a copy of the 2012 flyer.
Here are some traditional Burmese recipes for you to try out :
Aussie Friends of Mae Tao Clinic
The Aussie Friends of Mae Tao Clinic recently held a dinner dance on the 23rd July 2011 to raise funds to raise funds to help support the Mae Tao Clinic in Thailand. Click on the image to download a copy of the Report for the dinner dance. The Mae Tao Clinic (MTC), founded and directed by Dr. Cynthia Maung, provides free health care for refugees, migrant workers, and other individuals who cross the border from Burma to Thailand. People of all ethnicities and religions are welcome at the Clinic. For more information go to: http://maetaoclinic.com/ Useful Links
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