Tom kha kai Dill weed is a common herb which is used in Lao cuisine. The Thais' answer to dill weed (known in Thailand as "phak chi Lao" (), since it is known locally as a Lao herb) in Thai "tom kha" is coriander or cilantro ("phak chi", ). There are other versions of "tom kha kai" made with seafood ("tom kha thale", ), mushrooms ("tom kha het", ), pork ("tom kha mu", ) and tofu ("tom kha taohu", ). In the late 19th century, "tom kha" was not a soup. it was a dish of chicken or duck simmered in a light
The Album Leaf The Album Leaf The Album Leaf is an American solo musical project founded in San Diego, California in 1998 by Jimmy LaValle. He is known for his use of electronics, synthesizer and Rhodes piano. His performances often feature projected visual art. The Album Leaf officially began in 1998 as the solo project of Jimmy LaValle, guitarist for San Diego, California-based post-rock instrumental band Tristeza. LaValle has also performed in several other San Diego-area bands, including The Crimson Curse, The Locust, Swing Kids and GoGoGo Airheart. During downtime in the fall of 1998, LaValle began playing drums for San Diego band