"Northern Thai food holds a special place in the hearts of Thais. But top-notch versions of this regional cuisine can be hard to find outside of Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai, which is why Huen Lamphun is such a gem. Larb kua (minced pork salad) and nam yang baitong (fermented pork in banana leaf) are excellent, as is the sai oua (northern-style sausage). All recipes use vegetables grown in the restaurant's organic garden. Conclude the meal with Arabica coffee from Chiang Rai." - Kenneth Goh