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Phnom Penh: Culinary Underground Local Food Tuk-Tuk Tour

1. Phnom Penh: Culinary Underground Local Food Tuk-Tuk Tour

Embark on a journey to discover the local food culture of Cambodia. Enjoy views of some of Phnom Penh’s best-known landmarks, such as the Independence Monument, as you zoom across the city in a tuk-tuk. Meet your guide outside your hotel or residence and hop aboard the tuk-tuk. First stop, enjoy fresh rice noodles topped with traditional sauce and fresh herbs.  Following this, take a seat on the floor and learn about Cambodia's turbulent history over curry and a banana leaf salad. Third stop, pull up a plastic chair at this popular local spot for some crushed eggplant and Cambodia's famous prahok. Learn also about the importance of rice in Cambodian cuisine. Lastly, feast on a selection of meats roasted in a ceramic jar over an open fire. Finally, sink a local craft beer or cocktail at a rooftop bar. At the end of the tour, bid farewell to the guide and the tuk-tuk will drop you back at your hotel, or wherever you like within the city.

Phnom Penh: Morning Market & Guided Breakfast Tour by Tuktuk

2. Phnom Penh: Morning Market & Guided Breakfast Tour by Tuktuk

Discover hidden neighborhoods, sip on some local coffee, and eat all of our favorites on this morning market & breakfast tour by tuktuk. Our experience goes beyond the usual market and street food samples to shine a light into local life that can still be found hiding in Phnom Penh. We'll make 6 stops which include a lot of food and drinks at a selection of sit-down restaurants, street-food stalls, a local market, and a cafe. Here's what we'll do: You will be picked up at your hotel by tuktuk and whisked away to our favorite local neighborhoods around Phnom Penh for an authentic experience. Coffee & Noodles: Start your morning at a favorite local hang-out that’s been serving the neighborhood breakfast for over 15 years. Sip on a selection of local coffee served alongside a bowl of savory noodle soup. Local Wet Market: Stroll through a bustling open-air wet market, try what’s in-season, and walk away with a handmade souvenir…on us! Along the way, meet Sister Mao who sources freshly grown herbs to create her own fresh curry paste. Pork & Rice: Visit Brother Salin and his family-run shop that serves up a classic Khmer breakfast. We’ll grab a plastic chair and sit street-side for some freshly grilled pork & rice served with homemade pickles and a rich bowl of soup. Savory Turmeric Crepes: These popular savory crepes are made with rice milk and turmeric, which give them their vibrant yellow color. Then they’re stuffed with ground pork, bean sprouts, and dried shrimp before we wrap them by hand with lettuce and local herbs. Don’t forget the homemade dipping sauce! Award-Winning Coffee: Finish with a signature coffee recipe that won this hip cafe the National Barista Gold Medal in Cambodia! The tour will end at the cafe, which is within walking distance to the Russian Market. Your guide can suggest how to get to your next destination.

Phnom Penh: TukTuk Evening Food Tour

3. Phnom Penh: TukTuk Evening Food Tour

5:30 pm, Meet your guide at your hotel and hop aboard the tuk-tuk. We head to the lively riverfront area where the locals come to take in the air, snack on the street hawkers food and enjoy impromptu waterside entertainment. Then, we venture down a hidden back alley close to the Royal Palace in order to sample one of Cambodia's most beloved and time-honored dishes, prepared with care by 3 generations of home cooks and served alongside the bustling after-work crowd. The aroma of spices and flavors is overwhelming as we make our way through the alley. We invite you to join us in a mesmerizing exploration of the vibrant Russian Market by night, where Khmer ingredients will be unveiled, tasted and savored. Prepare your taste buds for succulent BBQ chicken and sweet, sticky pork ribs that are sure to tantalize your senses. To top off a great night out, why not head to one of the city’s lively and bustling nightlife hotspots and enjoy a delicious, refreshing cocktail or local craft beer. It's the perfect way to have some fun and relax before heading to your hotel.

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4.4 / 5

based on 26 reviews

We loved this activity. We tried new dishes in a restaurant that we most likely would not have entered otherwise. Very interesting to know the Cambodian culture through its gastronomy. The great guide. The tour is highly recommended.