I have seen a lot in my 60-plus years as a reporter. But I have never seen anything quite like what took place tonight. Instead of having answers at this point, I am left with one question: Really???

“This is not philanthropy. This is investing in a total person who has the potential within him/herself.” Van Nolintha of @BidaManda and @BreweryBhavana discusses the possibilities of the refugee experience at our 2019 Fall Symposium. #SFAOXF #FoodIsWork https://t.co/ytPQHfAnOC

Bida Manda Vet Anousone Kettisack Is Putting Her Family’s Home-Cooked Lao Food on Wheels

An abundance of good energy at my brunch reception at @BidaManda today. Thank you Vansana and Vanvisa for believing in my campaign; I am appreciate of the support of many. Our first reporting deadline ends tonight; if you’re able to chip in please join us. https://t.co/gbcqtMRbM1

Missing @aliwong in Durham tonight because I have to work at @BidaManda. Don’t you want some Laotian food on your way out, Ali? You should come by!! Our Pork Belly Soup is 🙌🏽🙌🏽

Fabulous lunch today ⁦@BidaManda⁩ with ⁦@chouchoutv⁩ and Executive Chef Lon Bounsanga!!!

@NeomondeDeli thank you for the tickets to #ThriveNC - dedicated to fighting food insecurity. Lucky enough to see chefs from @BidaManda @poolesdiner and more!

Van Nolintha of @BidaManda and @BreweryBhavana discussing how running a restaurant is a real life leadership training. #LNCForum

"They’ve been here for a month and a half. This is the longest we've lived together in 20 years." Vansana Nolintha, owner of @BidaManda restaurant in Raleigh talks about his parent's visit from Laos. (Photo by Elyse Ribbons)

Vansana Nolintha of @BidaManda was sent to live in the U.S. from Laos when he was just 12 years old. The culture of his new home was far from the spirituality and ritualism of his childhood in Luang Prabang. Hear about his journey and the ethos behind @BidaManda restaurant. #Laos

"I didn’t see my parents again until I was 18. So taking care of my sister became my life's purpose." Vansana Nolintha of @bidamanda shares the story of his move to the U.S. without his parents when he was only 12 years old.

Through a relentless passion for sharing and hospitality, Van and Vanvisa Nolintha—co-owners of @BidaManda and @BreweryBhavana—have helped transform a street, a neighborhood and a community in Raleigh, N.C.

Had such an amazing time repping @BidaManda at the Women in Food Service Leadership Convention. Thanks @USFoods for highlighting such amazing women. @chefandthef #USjourneytogether

@Cirque du Soleil pushes the boundaries of performance, redefining the artistic possibilities of ice. Watch as world-class ice skaters and acrobats claim their frozen playground with speed and grace. Cirque du Soleil Crystal coming to Raleigh at @PNCArena from August 15 to 19!

We know you’ve got good taste. Share your best NC pork dishes from your favorite restaurants! Tag @ncpork in a post from your favorite restaurant, tag your go-to pork spot, or simply post your favorite NC pork platter and use #nominateyourplate. Pork appetizer by @BidaManda

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Watch the beautiful story of Vansana & Vanvisa Nolintha, creators of @BidaManda and @BreweryBhavana (and try not to cry). https://t.co/UbWB9IiJwL

Dear guests, there is an issue with the gas company effecting few restaurants in downtown, Bida Manda will be closed for lunch today. We apologize for the inconvenience.

We’re OPEN! Come get a bowl of pork belly soup!

Congratulations Charlie & Brittany on their engagement last night! Thank you for allowing us to be apart of your special moment. ❤️#bidalove