Chiang Mai Saturday!

Our walks take us to different neighborhoods and today we ate lunch in the Muslim neighborhood nearby.  There is a small shop that is known for Khao Soi, a favorite Thai dish that is a delicious, spicy soup.  The recipe combines egg noodles, coconut milk, and red curry paste plus chicken or beef;  all topped with crunchy noodles.  Condiments are served on the side – things like thinly sliced red onion, lime wedges, and cilantro are typical additions.

Here’s the shop.

Favorite Khao Soi Spot

We sat on pink plastic stools to eat our bowls of spicy, savory soup.

Khao Soi

Here’s one serious customer.

Larry!

From where we sat, we could see the action in the back of the kitchen.

Khao Soi Pa Pai

It’s a popular place and the soup is so delicious that we’ll be sure to return!

We stopped by Wat Ket to see the progress of the workmen.  It’s barely visible but the tiny red dot at the top is one of the workmen.

Working on the Wat

Here’s a closer view.

Just over the bridge from where we stay is the sprawling Warorot Market – we can find almost anything there.  One section is devoted only to flowers.

Flower Market Bouquet

Our favorite Lotus Flower at the Wat, reminds us each day brings the possibility of new beginnings!  Wishing you a good day!

Lotus Flower