# Southeast Asian Pantry Wave: Pho, Laksa, Pandan, Fish Sauce
Vietnamese, Thai, Filipino, and Malay pantry staples moving from restaurants into U.S. grocery and cafe culture.
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Primary topic: SE Asian Pantry
Updated: 2026-07-20
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Sources & References:
1. Datassential “Datassential 2026 Trends.” Collection source https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/datassential-releases-2026-food-and-beverage-trends-report-302607211.html
2. Alan Davidson “The Oxford Companion to Food.” Collection source https://global.oup.com/academic/product/the-oxford-companion-to-food-9780199677337
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