Lao Bamboo goes to Singapore
Our Pany is heading to Singapore with bamboo artisan Tarrenboun, known by most of us as Ai Tar, and his bamboo entrepeneur wife Souksakorn, to teach Singaporeans about Lao bamboo. They'll be living it up at Temasek Polytechnic with fellow SE Asian representatives at the "More than A River" Cultural Collection workshops for students and public and then at our partner store The Green Collective, Funan Mall for bamboo weaving workshops on Sat 22 Sun 23 July 2-4pm. If in Singapore you can book here for Sat and here for Sun workshops through Peatix.
Click here more information about bamboo in Laos and Lao culture.
#1 Khao Soy
Gordon Ramsay, got so excited when he visited Laos. In a recent interview with Korean You Tuber Cho Seung-yeon, when Cho asked where his number one foodie destination is, the celebrity chef responded that Laos would be his top pick, as well as Vietnam and Spain. He said “I recently came out of Laos, and going back to the provinces and spending time in the countryside away from the tourist traps, the food was just off the charts,” (Laotian Times 10Dec2022).
So this year we are going to share our favorite Lao food with you, starting with the hearty noodle soup Khao Soy. Read all about it in this story
2023 is the year you can get back to travelling.
Any plans to visit Laos? Our village workshops are available for singles, twos and groups.
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Our Business Aligns
with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Poverty Reduction
Many of our artisans are in remote communities. We are able to increase income for their families through providing access to markets their networks are unable to reach.
Responsible Production
Our products are locally made with natural materials by the hands of artisans we trust. We strive for low environmental impact, whilst preserving culture and providing income.
Supporting Women
We trade and provide training for our women artisans, and we support the Lao Disabled Womens Development Centre in Sengsaveng, a centre for women at risk of trafficking and abuse.
Support. Preserve. Share.
Ma Té Sai is a social enterprise on a mission to SUPPORT communities in Laos, through partnerships with artisans. Our mission is to PRESERVE cultural traditions and SHARE the beauty of handcrafted products with the world.
Handwoven Cotton Shawl
The simplicity of this textile is it's charm. Naturally dyed with turmeric, the yellow is never exactly the same with each batch we receive. But each time we received a new batch the joy of the colour jumps out at us. Definitley a good choice for optimism of the New Year, Happy 2023.
Dreaming of Luang Prabang?
Luang Prabang has been severely economically affected by the pandemic, and our weavers, sewers, makers are all happy we've ben able to keep up some orders through support overseas. Borders are now open and you can travel with proof of vaccination only.
Workshops & Tours
For the last 12 years we have been working with artisans across Laos. Whether it's your first trip to Luang Prabang or your fifteenth, experience Laos like never before. Choose from our tailored experiences or design your own itinerary.
Workshops & Tours
For the last 12 years we have been working with artisans across Laos. Whether it's your first trip to Luang Prabang or your fifteenth, experience Laos like never before. Choose from our tailored experiences or design your own itinerary.
Celebrate Lao Food #1 - Khao Soy
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Shop online or in person @thegreencollective.sg or by appointment in Luang Prabang.
