Culture
-
Who is Kong Nay?
Kong Nay was born March 15, 1944 in Kampot, Cambodia. He is Cambodia’s most recognizable traditional musician. Kong Nay was…
Read More » -
Chef Chanthy Yen puts spotlight on Cambodian Cuisine
As an award-winning chef, and co-owner of Cantine Teré in Montreal’s Mile End neighbourhood, 31-year-old Chanthy Yen’s star is rising. He has…
Read More » -
Before Angkor there was the Chenla Empire
Sambor Prei Kuk meaning “Temple in the richness of the forest” in Khmer has been identified as Ishanapura which was…
Read More » -
Thailand-Cambodia, a love-hate relationship
On January 29th, 2003 the Thai embassy in Cambodia was burned during a riot over a rumor that a Thai…
Read More » -
Monk in Vietnam helps preserve Khmer culture
In a small province in the Mekong Delta, Monk Ha Van Phung goes out of his way to help people…
Read More » -
Who was Ros Serey Sothea?
Ros Serey Sothea was a Cambodian singer with the honorary title “Queen with the Golden Voice” granted by King Norodom…
Read More » -
Who was Pen Ran?
Pen Ran was a Cambodian singer and songwriter known particularly for her western rock and soul influences, flirtatious dancing, and…
Read More » -
Oldest Khmer theater shutdown
The art of Sbech Thom, Khmer shadow theater is an ancient Khmer art dating back to before the Angkorian period.…
Read More » -
Reclaiming Khmer heritage
Khmer history is one of the most fascinating in the world stretching from the 9th century to the decline of…
Read More » -
Did Louis Vuitton get design inspiration from Angkor?
The style of Kbach is an ancient art form belonging to Cambodia and has inspired designs of elegance throughout Southeast…
Read More »