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Brittany Part 3: A Dream Rising from the Tide – Mont Saint-Michel, France

2 Comments / January 28, 2026 / Brittany, Buffet, Fish, French Food, Mediterranean Food, Mild and Soothing, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Snails, Stewed/Braised, Vegetables

✨ The Mirage Island｜The Eighth Wonder of the World Close to Brittany, in the heart of the sea, France’s Mont Saint-Michel stages a magical show between reality and illusion.Located in Normandy, this tidal island is hailed as the “Eighth Wonder of the World” – a famous French monument and Christian holy site. The bay of Saint-Malo is a vast stretch of […]

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89 Dining Room (三餐四季): Frankfurt’s New Chinese Spot with a Must-Ask Hidden Menu

Leave a Comment / January 24, 2026 / Beef, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Dumplings, Frankfurt, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Rabbit, Rice Bowl/Dish, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Right across from the Noodles Bar in Konstablerwache, a new Chinese restaurant, 89 Dining Room, has just opened. Step into a space of classic, minimalist decor and warm greetings from its friendly staff. At first, you’ll see the menu on the walls, which speaks of milder dishes with simpler seasoning. They’re more tailored to European

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Noppakao in Munich: Exploring Its Hidden Menu and Authentic Thai Flavors

Leave a Comment / January 17, 2026 / Beef, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Seafood, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Thai Food, Vegetables

Noppakao is located a little bit away from Munich center. The name “Noppakao” reminds me of Thai words: “Na”, meaning rice field and “Pao/Khao”, meaning rice — together, it gives the image of simple, honest food rooted in everyday Thai life – a nod to the honest cooking you’ll find here. On warmer days, their

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Tatie Restaurant: Feasting the Spiced Moroccan Cuisine in Frankfurt

2 Comments / December 27, 2025 / Barbecue, Beef, Chicken, Fish, Frankfurt, Lamb, Mediterranean Food, Middle Eastern Food, Mild and Soothing, Moroccan Food, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Soup, Spicy, Steak, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

It’s like a quick portal to somewhere warm and fragrant; we found a glowing gem of a Moroccan restaurant called Tatie, just steps from the Frankfurt Central Station. The restaurant ambiance is awash in a warm, golden light, with decor mixing Middle Eastern mystique and Mediterranean warmth. The golden, almost cinematic glow is said to be

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Restaurant Arisu: Munich’s Go-To for Korean Comfort and Fiery Thrills

4 Comments / December 6, 2025 / Chicken, Deep-Fry, Korean Food, Munich, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Spicy, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

Beyond the well-trodden path to Hanssam, Arisu is another go-to when we crave Korean food in Munich. Arisu has a simple and warm décor. There’s seating outside too, perfect when Munich blesses you with good weather. The owner is wonderfully friendly, whose care can be seen in every plate that leaves the kitchen. Although Arisu

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Beyond the Quick Bite: Real Döner, Real Flavor at Berger Kebap in Frankfurt

6 Comments / November 15, 2025 / Barbecue, Beef, Chicken, Frankfurt, Lamb, Middle Eastern Food, Mild and Soothing, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Spicy, Turkish Food, Vegetables

Some places become such a familiar part of your food routine that you almost forget to share them. You have them so often, until they become the silent backdrop to your life. Berger Kebap is one of those places for us. A German colleague once told me: “If you’re a foodie, Germany may open up

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BENTO YA: Munich’s Cozy Japanese Izakaya That Delivers on Flavor and Value

7 Comments / November 8, 2025 / Chicken, Deep-Fry, Fish, Japanese Food, Mild and Soothing, Munich, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Seafood, Spicy, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sushi, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Located in Munich’s city center, BENTO YA is a Japanese izakaya that feels like cozy back-alley spot in Tokyo. Warm lighting, wooden décor, and soft noren (暖簾) curtains with traditional Japanese drawings set a relaxed dining vibe. The real magic here is the incredible value – the unassuming bento boxes, almost legendary for their quality

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Toh Thong: Frankfurt’s Go-To for Modern Thai Cuisine

10 Comments / November 1, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Deep-Fry, Frankfurt, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Thai Food, Tofu, Vegetables

Today we’ll bring you a taste of Thailand. It’s not exactly a new or secret spot, but rather a familiar gem you may already know – the chic Toh Thong. Located right beside Soi 22, Toh Thong has long earned the love of the city and you can tell by the buzz of happy diners

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Chopan: Afghan Spice-Coloured Feast Warming Munich’s Autumn

8 Comments / October 25, 2025 / Afghan Food, Beef, Lamb, Middle Eastern Food, Mild and Soothing, Munich, Rice Bowl/Dish, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Autumn is settling over Germany, and the sky has swapped its summer linens for a thick, grey duvet, leaving the sun in hiding. In this drizzle-dampened, rain-washed season, two cravings come calling: heart-warming comfort and a burst of vibrant colour. We found both in the rich, aromatic world of an Afghan kitchen. Forgotten by the

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Brutzeln & Blubbern (小魚砂鍋): Discovering Munich’s Coziest Chinese Clay Pot Restaurant

18 Comments / October 11, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Mild and Soothing, Munich, Rice Bowl/Dish, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

There’s a shift in the light, a bite in the Bavarian air that murmurs of changing seasons. And when that chill begins to settle, nothing warms better than a clay pot dish (shāguō 砂锅) – an ancient, humble culinary alchemy that makes the toughest meat cuts soft and every broth drop deeply infused. The porous clay

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Author name: 玖伊岚 - Jiu Yi Lan