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[flyingillini]

About $1000 worth of eggs there Fly. Send some to the US.
Thx

Very cheap here

 

[DiggityDaggityDo]

About $1000 worth of eggs there Fly. Send some to the US.
Thx

How much will that cost with the tariffs???

 

[Tanko]

How much will that cost with the tariffs???

Only 10% on Vietnam for the 90 days Diggity.
Still a great deal for us.

We can sit on them until July 8th and then when tariffs kick in sell them for $40/dz.

 

[DiggityDaggityDo]

Only 10% on Vietnam for the 90 days Diggity.
Still a great deal for us.

We can sit on them until July 8th and then when tariffs kick in sell them for $40/dz.

Tanko what do Viet eggs taste like?

 

[flyingillini]

Traditional wedding costumes in some countries, Southeast Asia

 

[Tanko]

Tanko what do Viet eggs taste like?

chicken

 

[flyingillini]

Architecture in some countries, Southeast Asia

 

[Wagerallsports]

Architecture in some countries, Southeast Asia
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Some magnificent structures

Same goes in Russia & China

 

[BMR Genie]

I probably have mentioned this in this thread before but I'll say it again. When I was working in Singapore, one of my Singaporean coworkers told me, "It's like eating a bowl of ice cream sitting on the toilet. It tastes great but the smell is horrible."

But do you end up eating and liking it, or you still can't tolerate the smell?

 

[BMR Genie]

One of the ladies I know in Cebu, Philippines sells veggies. She rents a stall by the month so she always has a place to sell. She says some people there will try to sell on the street while not in a stall but it's illegal and the police will sometimes tell them to pack it up and go away.

They're illegal because they're not paying tax, like the one on ths stalls. Most of the time, the local government is harsh in implementing the ordinances about them and how to get rid of them. But I'd rather see this kind of illegal activity than see them doing other illegal stuff. The government should provide a better program for these small vendors.

 

[BMR Genie]

Beijing , Shanghai, Fuzuo, , Chongqing and Sanya this trip.

Sorry, I saw you already mentioned the places in your first post.

Enjoy Fly and don't forget to share some photos.

 

[BMR Genie]

California, USA. This state has a large population of Southeast Asians. The Filipino population here is nearly 1.7 million, approximately the same population as Da Nang city, Vietnam.

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That's a lot. I bet not all of them are legal.

 

[BMR Genie]

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Traditional wedding costumes in some countries, Southeast Asia

PH is so western.

 

[quantumleap]

But do you end up eating and liking it, or you still can't tolerate the smell?

I've never eaten one. I had a durian smoothie one time at Lee's Sandwiches but it didn't really smell all that bad.

 

[quantumleap]

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Traditional wedding costumes in some countries, Southeast Asia

The Filipino groom is wearing what it called a barong tagalog. It's a white t-shirt underneath a transparent mesh shirt made of pineapple leaf fibers, or Piña seda, a blend of pineapple and silk. When my buddy married his Filipina wife in Manila, I was his best man and wore one of these. Typically black pants and black shoes are also worn.

 

[flyingillini]

 

[flyingillini]

Amazing picture of Hà Nội

 

[flyingillini]

| UPDATE: average human height by ASEAN countries.

 

[flyingillini]

The Best Broth Delights: Tom Yum and Pho – A Taste of History in Every Spoonful"

Tom Yum – Thailand's Spicy and Sour Treasure Tom Yum is one of Thailand’s most iconic dishes, known for its bold, aromatic, and spicy flavors. Originating from Central Thailand, "Tom" refers to the boiling process, while "Yum" describes the spicy and sour salad-like flavor profile. Traditionally made with fresh herbs like lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, chili, and lime juice, Tom Yum perfectly balances hot and sour elements. It is believed to have ancient roots tied to Thailand’s abundant river culture, especially along the Chao Phraya River, where freshwater prawns were commonly used. Over time, it has become a beloved symbol of Thai culinary identity worldwide.

Pho – Vietnam’s Soulful Noodle Soup Pho is Vietnam’s most famous noodle soup, symbolizing the warmth and depth of Vietnamese cuisine. Emerging in the early 20th century in Northern Vietnam, particularly around Hanoi, Pho was influenced by both Chinese and French culinary techniques. The word "Pho" is believed to have been derived from the French dish "pot-au-feu," reflecting colonial influences. Pho features a clear, fragrant broth slow-cooked with beef bones, star anise, cinnamon, and cloves, served with rice noodles, fresh herbs, lime, and chili. Originally sold by street vendors, Pho has grown to be a comforting staple enjoyed at any time of day, embodying Vietnam’s rich culinary heritage.

 

[flyingillini]

𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘁