Taking part in the public cultural exhibition held alongside the 20th Francophonie Summit, Confirel is presenting products including Kampong Speu Palm Sugar and Kirum Prahok Powder, offering visitors an opportunity to discover how traditional Cambodian ingredients can be adapted for modern cooking.

Bringing Traditional Cambodian Ingredients to New Audiences

Among the featured products is Kampong Speu Palm Sugar, an ingredient valued for its distinctive natural sweetness and characteristic caramel-like aroma.

Produced from the sap of Cambodia’s sugar palm, Kampong Speu Palm Sugar represents a traditional agricultural product closely connected to local knowledge and rural livelihoods. Its geographical indication status also recognises the importance of its regional origin and production heritage.

Another featured product is Kirum Prahok Powder, a convenient powdered form of prahok, the traditional fermented fish product widely used in Cambodian cuisine.

Often regarded as an essential ingredient in Khmer cooking, prahok contributes a distinctive savoury flavour to many traditional dishes. Transforming it into powder offers a different format for incorporating this familiar Cambodian taste into a wider range of culinary preparations.

Connecting Khmer Culinary Heritage with Contemporary Cooking

At its exhibition booth, Confirel is inviting visitors to sample its products and explore their potential uses in different culinary traditions, including those of Francophone countries.

The presentation highlights how traditional ingredients can move beyond their familiar uses in local kitchens and become part of contemporary food preparation, international culinary exchange and new product development.

Palm sugar, for example, can be used in sauces, marinades, desserts and beverages, while prahok powder offers an alternative way to introduce the characteristic savoury depth of Cambodian fermented fish into different recipes.

Through these products, Confirel is presenting Cambodian food heritage not simply as a tradition to preserve but also as a source of inspiration for culinary creativity and innovation.

Supporting Local Agricultural Resources and Producers

The company’s participation also draws attention to the connection between food processing, agricultural resources and the communities behind traditional Cambodian ingredients.

Products such as Kampong Speu Palm Sugar depend on local natural resources and the knowledge of producers who maintain traditional harvesting and processing practices. Developing these ingredients into packaged and processed products can create additional opportunities to connect local production with consumers and markets.

Confirel describes its participation as an opportunity to share the stories behind Cambodian ingredients and the people who produce them.

“Every bite also tells a story – of the land, the craft and the local producers behind our ingredients. It’s a little of Cambodia’s pride, served with a warm welcome,” the company said.

Francophonie Village: A Meeting Place for Culture and Gastronomy

The Francophonie Village is being held from November 13 to 17, 2026, at Wat Botum Vatey Garden in Phnom Penh as part of the activities surrounding the 20th Francophonie Summit.

The five-day event brings together national pavilions, cultural exhibitions, gastronomy, performances and other activities, offering visitors opportunities to explore the heritage and diversity of Cambodia and the wider Francophone community.

For Cambodian businesses, the event also provides a platform to introduce local products to international visitors, build awareness of Cambodian brands and explore opportunities for wider cooperation.

Confirel’s participation illustrates how traditional food ingredients can serve as cultural ambassadors, connecting Cambodia’s agricultural heritage and culinary identity with international audiences.

As Cambodia welcomes representatives and visitors from across the Francophone world, showcasing local products such as palm sugar and prahok powder offers another way to share the country’s distinctive heritage while demonstrating the potential of Cambodian food innovation.

Sources and verification

• Confirel Official Website
• Kampong Speu Palm Sugar – Confirel
• Confirel Prahok Powder Product Background
• Official Francophonie Village Overview
• AKP – Francophonie Village Showcases Culture and Gastronomy
• AKP – Traditional Khmer Ingredients Showcased at Francophone Village

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