Let’s be honest, not all food dishes are easy to make. Almost all of us can cook basic dishes, but great tasting food requires time, love, effort, patience, and sometimes direction!
I was born and raised in Vietnam. I grew up in a family where I didn’t have to cook at all, instead I helped clean the house for my parents and went to school. That was my main responsibility. When I came to the United States, it was a culture shock for me. I don’t remember how I started liking American food, but at some point I realized that it tasted very different and very strange.
I remember that when I went into labor with my daughter, I was so afraid that I couldn’t eat the hospital food that I decided to cook some stir-fry and take it with me. Later, I was introduced to oatmeal at the hospital. It was familiar, but instead of adding sugar to the oatmeal, I added salt. It reminded me so much of rice porridge (rice congee) from my home country.
After I had my daughter, I stayed home and took care of her but I missed food from home, and it took me a while to develop a taste for American food. I wanted to eat good food so badly that from that day on, I decided to learn how to cook.
I spent so many days tirelessly watching Food Cooking Network shows on TV. I was hooked. Additionally, every time I went out to eat, I tried to figure out what was in the food dish and then I would go home and recreate the dish from my memory of the flavor. I got very good at it. My husband says it’s an amazing talent!
I went from never having had to cook, to wanting to learn how to cook. I got to the point where I was cooking and I really enjoying it! So we bought a restaurant, where I learned even more about cooking, and how to cook for larger groups!
Here I am 25 years later, I still LOVE cooking and getting together with friends where we cook, laugh, and enjoy each other’s company, and eat GOOD FOOD! I travel the world, trying out a wide range of international dishes and I love to learn how I can apply these different cuisines to my own unique style.
I’m sure we will all learn and laugh while we are cooking up our own concoctions!
Building Great Memories
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After a great class, we get to eat
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Measuring during the class
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Making spring rolls
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Making spring rolls
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Adding seasoning for wonton
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Oh yes, making yummy wontons
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Making wontons
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Can you tell that we love to eat?
We proudly use only fresh ingredients, and some of them we grow right in our backyard !!!
Private Group Cooking Class is also available. 6 people minimum is required. See gallery for many options and email casabellabucerias@att.net to inquire.
Private Group Cooking Class of 8 or more will receive free dessert.
10% of private group cooking class profit proceeds to go to the children shelter and animal shelter.
We can offer gluten free class, but it has to be a private class, and it will apply this diet restriction to the entire class.
The food items on the calendar menu are flexible. They can be changed to accommodate your liking especially in a private group cooking class. We keep the cooking classes dates to Tuesday and Thursday. Sunday is optional. Please check with us. Thank you!
All photos and videos taken during cooking classes at Casa Bella may be used for social media and marketing. Please let us know before the class if you are not in favor of this. Thank you!
The price will cover food, water and other refreshments. You are welcome to bring your own wine and beer.
All payments will be paid in cash at the time of the class. Class fee is $1100 pesos
We are at Francisco I Madero #71, Bucerias.
Max 8 people per class. Exception can be made, but please no more than 12 people!
Some prepping will be required for the course.
Please email casabellabucerias@att.net to inquire about a class date and advise the number of people who will be attending. Thank you!
December 1st, 2026 1pm
Vermicelli Noodles Bowl and Fried Spring Rolls
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Vermicelli Noodles Bowl
You will learn how to make this delicious noodle salad dish. It’s so light, fresh and flavorful.
During this course, you will learn type of noodle to use, types of vegetables that go with it, how to marinade the meat to for it, and learn to make our very popular dipping sauce call nuoc cham.
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Fried Spring Rolls
You will learn different types of wraps for this appetizer and how to wrap the rolls. You will also learn the names given from different nationalities. Importantly, you will make your own stuffing which will go inside of the rolls and cook it properly.
December 3rd, 2026 1pm
Wonton and Coconut Shrimp
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Wonton
You will learn how to make wontons, types of wontons, types of fillings, and different shapes, and how to cook them. You will learn how to make a delicious dipping sauce to go with it.
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Coconut Shrimp
Love coconut shrimp? Learning how to make this light and flavorful coconut shrimps is easier than you think, and homemade is the best! Its paired really well with our homemade pineapple marmalade. You will learn how to make that too!
December 8th, 2026 1pm
Betel La Lot Wrap and Fried Spring Rolls
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Fried Spring Rolls
You will learn different types of wraps for this appetizer and how to wrap the rolls. You will also learn the names given from different nationalities. Importantly, you will make your own stuffing which will go inside of the rolls and cook it properly.
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Betel La Lot Wrap
This dish is actually famous for its flavor and uniqueness. You will find it from street food vendors to fancy restaurants in Vietnam. Traditionally it is made with beef, but I think it is just as excellent with pork. Each roll carefully wrapped marinated pork in Betel La Lot we grow right in the back of our yard.
December 10th, 2026 1pm
Fried Spring Rolls and Satay Chicken
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Fried Spring Rolls
You will learn different types of wraps for this appetizer and how to wrap the rolls. You will also learn the names given from different nationalities. Importantly, you will make your own stuffing which will go inside of the rolls and cook it properly.
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Satay Chicken
Learn how to make this tender and juicy chicken skewers. While the meat is marinating, you will make the tasty sauce to go with it!
December 15th, 2026 1pm
Pork Wrapped in Betel La Lot and Coconut Shrimp
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Pork Wrapped in Betel La Lot
This dish is actually famous for its flavor and uniqueness. You will find it from street food vendors to fancy restaurants in Vietnam. Traditionally it is made with beef, but I think it is just as excellent with pork. Each roll carefully wrapped marinated pork in Betel La Lot we grow right in the back of our yard.
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Coconut Shrimp
Love coconut shrimp? Learning how to make this light and flavorful coconut shrimps is easier than you think, and homemade is the best! Its paired really well with our homemade pineapple marmalade. You will learn how to make that too!
December 17th, 2026 1pm
Vietnamese Style Pan Fried Chicken and Coconut Shrimp
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Vietnamese Style Pan Fried Chicken
Discover how a delicious blend of Vietnamese inspired seasonings, fragrant aromatics, and simple cooking techniques transforms everyday chicken into something truly special
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Coconut Shrimp
Love coconut shrimp? Learning how to make this light and flavorful coconut shrimps is easier than you think, and homemade is the best! Its paired really well with our homemade pineapple marmalade. You will learn how to make that too!
December 22nd, 2026 1pm
Satay Chicken and Wonton
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Wontons
You will learn how to make wontons, types of wontons, types of fillings, and different shapes, and how to cook them. You will learn how to make a delicious dipping sauce to go with it.
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Satay Chicken
Learn how to make this tender and juicy chicken skewers. While the meat is marinating, you will make the tasty sauce to go with it!
December 29th, 2026 1pm
Wonton and Satay Betel La Lot Wrap
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Wonton
You will learn how to make wontons, types of wontons, types of fillings, and different shapes, and how to cook them. You will learn how to make a delicious dipping sauce to go with it.
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Betel La Lot Wrap
This dish is actually famous for its flavor and uniqueness. You will find it from street food vendors to fancy restaurants in Vietnam. Traditionally it is made with beef, but I think it is just as excellent with pork. Each roll carefully wrapped marinated pork in Betel La Lot we grow right in the back of our yard.
January 5th, 2027 1pm
Coconut Shrimp and Wonton
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Wonton
You will learn how to make wontons, types of wontons, types of fillings, and different shapes, and how to cook them. You will learn how to make a delicious dipping sauce to go with it.
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Coconut Shrimp
Love coconut shrimp? Learning how to make this light and flavorful coconut shrimps is easier than you think, and homemade is the best! Its paired really well with our homemade pineapple marmalade. You will learn how to make that too!
January 7th, 2027 1pm
Fried Spring Rolls and Wonton
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Wonton
You will learn how to make wontons, types of wontons, types of fillings, and different shapes, and how to cook them. You will learn how to make a delicious dipping sauce to go with it.
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Fried Spring Rolls
You will learn different types of wraps for this appetizer and how to wrap the rolls. You will also learn the names given from different nationalities. Importantly, you will make your own stuffing which will go inside of the rolls and cook it properly.
January 12th, 2027 1pm
Wonton and Rocket Shrimp
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Wonton
You will learn how to make wontons, types of wontons, types of fillings, and different shapes, and how to cook them. You will learn how to make a delicious dipping sauce to go with it.
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Rocket Shrimp
It is simple to make but it offers a bold flavor. It is crispy, moist with a hint of tropical flavor. It will sure please your pallet. We will also learn how to make sweet and sour sauce to go with it.
January 19th, 2026 1pm
Fried Spring Rolls and Vietnamese Style Pan Fried Chicken
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Fried Spring Rolls
You will learn different types of wraps for this appetizer and how to wrap the rolls. You will also learn the names given from different nationalities. Importantly, you will make your own stuffing which will go inside of the rolls and cook it properly.
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Vietnamese Style Pan Fried Chicken
Discover how a delicious blend of Vietnamese inspired seasonings, fragrant aromatics, and simple cooking techniques transforms everyday chicken into something truly special
January 21st, 2027, 1pm
Vermicelli Noodles Bowl and Fried Spring Rolls
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Fried Spring Rolls
You will learn different types of wraps for this appetizer and how to wrap the rolls. You will also learn the names given from different nationalities. Importantly, you will make your own stuffing which will go inside of the rolls and cook it properly.
-

Vermicelli Noodles Bowl
You will learn how to make this delicious noodle salad dish. It’s so light, fresh and flavorful.
During this course, you will learn type of noodle to use, types of vegetables that go with it, how to marinade the meat to for it, and learn to make our very popular dipping sauce call nuoc cham.
January 26th, 2027 1pm
Fried Spring Rolls and Coconut Shrimp
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Fried Spring Rolls
You will learn different types of wraps for this appetizer and how to wrap the rolls. You will also learn the names given from different nationalities. Importantly, you will make your own stuffing which will go inside of the rolls and cook it properly.
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Coconut Shrimp
Love coconut shrimps? Learning how to make this light and flavorful coconut shrimps is easier than you think, and homemade is the best! Its paired really well with our homemade pineapple marmalade. You will learn how to make that too!
January 28th, 2027 1pm
Fresh Rolls and Wonton
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Fresh Rolls
We will learn how to add fresh ingredients with different color and texture inside the rice paper wraps and turn them into rolls for yourself to enjoy. This is one of the most popular street food in Vietnam. You will also learn how to make the dipping sauce to go with it.
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Rocket Shrimp
It is simple to make but it offers a bold flavor. It is crispy, moist with a hint of tropical flavor. It will sure please your pallet. We will also learn how to make sweet and sour sauce to go with it.
February 2nd, 2027 1pm
Satay Chicken and Coconut Shrimp
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Satay Chicken
Learn how to make this tender and juicy chicken skewers. While the meat is marinating, you will make the tasty sauce to go with it!
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Coconut Shrimp
Love coconut shrimp? Learning how to make this light and flavorful coconut shrimps is easier than you think, and homemade is the best! Its paired really well with our homemade pineapple marmalade. You will learn how to make that too!
February 4th, 2027 1pm
Vietnamese Style Pan Fried Chicken
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Fried Spring Rolls
You will learn different types of wraps for this appetizer and how to wrap the rolls. You will also learn the names given from different nationalities. Importantly, you will make your own stuffing which will go inside of the rolls and cook it properly.
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Vietnamese Style Pan Fried Chicken
Discover how a delicious blend of Vietnamese inspired seasonings, fragrant aromatics, and simple cooking techniques transforms everyday chicken into something truly special
February 9th, 2027 1pm
Fried Spring Rolls and Coconut Shrimp
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Fried Spring Rolls
You will learn different types of wraps for this appetizer and how to wrap the rolls. You will also learn the names given from different nationalities. Importantly, you will make your own stuffing which will go inside of the rolls and cook it properly.
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Coconut Shrimp
Love coconut shrimps? Learning how to make this light and flavorful coconut shrimps is easier than you think, and homemade is the best! Its paired really well with our homemade pineapple marmalade. You will learn how to make that too!
February 11th, 2027 1pm
Vermicelli Noodles Bowl and Fried Spring Rolls
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Fried Spring Rolls
You will learn different types of wraps for this appetizer and how to wrap the rolls. You will also learn the names given from different nationalities. Importantly, you will make your own stuffing which will go inside of the rolls and cook it properly. This can be vegetarian and gluten free option.
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Vermicelli Noodles Bowl
You will learn how to make this delicious noodle salad dish. It’s so light, fresh and flavorful.
During this course, you will learn type of noodle to use, types of vegetables that go with it, how to marinade the meat to for it, and learn to make our very popular dipping sauce call nuoc cham.
This can be gluten free and vegetarian option
February 16th, 2027 1pm
Fresh Rolls and Coconut Shrimp
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Fresh Rolls
We will learn how to add fresh ingredients with different color and texture inside the rice paper wraps and turn them into rolls for yourself to enjoy. This is one of the most popular street food in Vietnam. You will also learn how to make the dipping sauce to go with it. This food can be Gluten free and vegetarian friendly
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Coconut Shrimp
Love coconut shrimp? Learning how to make this light and flavorful coconut shrimps is easier than you think, and homemade is the best! Its paired really well with our homemade pineapple marmalade. You will learn how to make that too!
February 18th, 2027 1pm
Fried Spring Rolls and Wonton
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Wonton
You will learn how to make wontons, types of wontons, types of fillings, and different shapes, and how to cook them. You will learn how to make a delicious dipping sauce to go with it.
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Fried Spring Rolls
You will learn different types of wraps for this appetizer and how to wrap the rolls. You will also learn the names given from different nationalities. Importantly, you will make your own stuffing which will go inside of the rolls and cook it properly.
February 23th, 2027 1pm
Wonton and Vietnamese Style Pan Fried Chicken
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Wonton
You will learn how to make wontons, types of wontons, types of fillings, and different shapes, and how to cook them. You will learn how to make a delicious dipping sauce to go with it.
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Vietnamese Style Pan Fried Chicken
Discover how a delicious blend of Vietnamese inspired seasonings, fragrant aromatics, and simple cooking techniques transforms everyday chicken into something truly special
February 25th, 2027 1pm
Rocket Shrimp and Satay Chicken
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Rocket Shrimp
It is simple to make but it offers a bold flavor. It is crispy, moist with a hint of tropical flavor. It will sure please your pallet. We will also learn how to make sweet and sour sauce to go with it.
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Satay Chicken
Learn how to make this tender and juicy chicken skewers. While the meat is marinating, you will make the tasty sauce to go with it!
March 2nd, 2027 1pm
Vermicelli Noodles Bowl and Fried Spring Rolls
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Fried Spring Rolls
You will learn different types of wraps for this appetizer and how to wrap the rolls. You will also learn the names given from different nationalities. Importantly, you will make your own stuffing which will go inside of the rolls and cook it properly.
-

Vermicelli Noodles Bowl
You will learn how to make this delicious noodle salad dish. It’s so light, fresh and flavorful.
During this course, you will learn type of noodle to use, types of vegetables that go with it, how to marinade the meat to for it, and learn to make our very popular dipping sauce call nuoc cham.
March 4th, 2027 1pm
Fresh Roll and Coconut Shrimp
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Fresh Rolls
We will learn how to add fresh ingredients with different color and texture inside the rice paper wraps and turn them into rolls for yourself to enjoy. This is one of the most popular street food in Vietnam. You will also learn how to make the dipping sauce to go with it.
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Coconut Shrimp
Love coconut shrimp? Learning how to make this light and flavorful coconut shrimps is easier than you think, and homemade is the best! Its paired really well with our homemade pineapple marmalade. You will learn how to make that too!
March 9th, 2027 1pm
Fried Spring Rolls and Vietnamese Style Pan Fried Chicken
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Fried Spring Rolls
You will learn different types of wraps for this appetizer and how to wrap the rolls. You will also learn the names given from different nationalities. Importantly, you will make your own stuffing which will go inside of the rolls and cook it properly.
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Vietnamese Style Pan Fried Chicken
Discover how a delicious blend of Vietnamese inspired seasonings, fragrant aromatics, and simple cooking techniques transforms everyday chicken into something truly special
March 11th, 2027 1pm
Wonton and Satay Chicken
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Wonton
You will learn how to make wontons, types of wontons, types of fillings, and different shapes, and how to cook them. You will learn how to make a delicious dipping sauce to go with it.
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Satay Chicken
Learn how to make this tender and juicy chicken skewers. While the meat is marinating, you will make the tasty sauce to go with it!
March 16th, 2027 1pm
Fried Spring Rolls and Wonton
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Wonton
You will learn how to make wontons, types of wontons, types of fillings, and different shapes, and how to cook them. You will learn how to make a delicious dipping sauce to go with it.
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Fried Spring Rolls
You will learn different types of wraps for this appetizer and how to wrap the rolls. You will also learn the names given from different nationalities. Importantly, you will make your own stuffing which will go inside of the rolls and cook it properly.
March 18th, 2027 1pm
Fried Spring Rolls and Wonton
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Wonton
You will learn how to make wontons, types of wontons, types of fillings, and different shapes, and how to cook them. You will learn how to make a delicious dipping sauce to go with it.
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Fried Spring Rolls
You will learn different types of wraps for this appetizer and how to wrap the rolls. You will also learn the names given from different nationalities. Importantly, you will make your own stuffing which will go inside of the rolls and cook it properly.
March 23rd, 2027 1pm
Fresh Rolls and Satay Chicken
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Fresh Rolls
We will learn how to add fresh ingredients with different color and texture inside the rice paper wraps and turn them into rolls for yourself to enjoy. This is one of the most popular street food in Vietnam. You will also learn how to make the dipping sauce to go with it.
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Satay Chicken
Learn how to make this tender and juicy chicken skewers. While the meat is marinating, you will make the tasty sauce to go with it!
March 25th, 2027 1pm
Fresh Rolls and Satay Chicken
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Betel La Lot Wrap
This dish is actually famous for its flavor and uniqueness. You will find it from street food vendors to fancy restaurants in Vietnam. Traditionally it is made with beef, but I think it is just as excellent with pork. Each roll carefully wrapped marinated pork in Betel La Lot we grow right in the back of our yard.
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Satay Chicken
Learn how to make this tender and juicy chicken skewers. While the meat is marinating, you will make the tasty sauce to go with it!
Mi Quang Pho
Vermicelli Noodle Bowl
Fried Spring Roll
Papaya Salad
Hot Pot
Hu Tieu
Fresh Roll
Fried Wonton
Banh Xeo
Rice and Porkchop plate
Coconut Shrimp
Satay Chicken
Pork wrapped in Betel La Lot. This item is based on the availability of the green wrap, so ask before signing up!! thanks...
Fresh Har Gow Dumpling
Kung Pao Shrimp
Eight raw shrimp inside a round bamboo steamer basket on a wooden surface.
Papaya Salad with Shrimp
Mango Salad
Fresh Crab Rangoon Stuffed Seafood
Rocket Shrimp
Rocket Shrimp
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