Where China Meets India
Crossroads of Asia
“The staple food is plain boiled rice, piled up in a heap on a large platter.” — Shway Yoe [1]

Kneeling Buddha, Burma/Myanmar,
19th century
Burma, or Myanmar, lies in a critical space between China and India. This ancient land, home of many nationalities, seems destined to play a pivotal role in trade and investment between her two big neighbors,.
Burmese author, Thant Myint-U, grandson of diplomat U Thant, predicts that with current governmental changes now occurring, the country can emerge as the new crossroads of Asia. [2]
Burmese cuisine is rich and varied, shows influences from Continue reading →