Isan all the way: The som tum chef at Somtum Der prepares the sweet-sour-spicy green papaya salad. | ROBBIE SWINNERTON
Isan all the way: The som tum chef at Somtum Der prepares the sweet-sour-spicy green papaya salad. | ROBBIE SWINNERTON

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Somtum Der

Review excerpt: The fiery flavors launch a full-on assault on your palate at Somtum Der, no matter how much the chilies are toned down. It’s not a recipe for faint hearts or sensitive palates.

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Isan all the way: The som tum chef at Somtum Der prepares the sweet-sour-spicy green papaya salad. | ROBBIE SWINNERTON