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Restaurant IROHA: Authentic Japanese Flavors and Washoku Seduction in Frankfurt

20 Comments / August 23, 2025 / Deep-Fry, Fish, Japanese Food, Mild and Soothing, Offal, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Soup, Sushi, Sweet(-ish)

After a week of drizzly skies, Frankfurt is heating up again—and so is our craving for Japanese cuisine. Maybe you’re feeling the same way? When the weather shifts, nothing beats the fresh, delicate flavors of Japan: sunshine outside, sushi on the mind. Today’s restaurant, IROHA, sits conveniently at Willy-Brandt-Platz. On days when I want to […]

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Madrid Part 3 – Royal Palace, Basque Flavors & Flamenco Night

18 Comments / August 13, 2025 / Fish, Madrid, Mediterranean Food, Mild and Soothing, Offal, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Soup, Spanish Food, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

When it comes to grandeur, few places rival the – ROYAL PALACE OF MADRID (PALACIO REAL DE MADRID). Built in the 18th century under the orders of King Philip V, this opulent palace is the largest royal palace in Europe by floor area, boasting a staggering 3,418 rooms. From priceless masterpieces by Goya to the breathtaking frescoes of the Throne Room and

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Pho-nomenal & Beyond: Viet Pho Cuisine Brings Heat, Crunch & Comfort

14 Comments / July 26, 2025 / Beef, Deep-Fry, Fish, Frankfurt, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Seafood, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables, Vietnamese Food

Summer in Germany is back with all its charming unpredictability—one moment sunshine, the next a light rain shower. But despite the changing skies, the air is crisp, fresh, and full of that green, grassy scent typical of a European summer. For such a gentle summer day, I can’t think of a better match than Vietnamese

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Authentic Japanese Dining at Mikuni: A Must-Visit for Sushi Lovers

2 Comments / February 8, 2025 / Deep-Fry, Fish, Japanese Food, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Rice Bowl/Dish, Seafood, Soup, Sushi, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Today we’d like to introduce a Japanese restaurant that’s teeming with authentic vibe and flavors. As you step inside, you’ll immediately notice something very Japanese – the designated “no phone” area, a nod to the Japanese respect for quiet and focus in shared spaces, much like their policies on subways or in hospitals. Here, the

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Golden Hues and Multicultural Flavors: Our Luxembourg City Experience

Leave a Comment / February 5, 2025 / Deep-Fry, Dessert, Fish, Luxembourg City, Luxembourgish Food, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Snails, Stewed/Braised, Vegetables

Our visit to Luxembourg City is marked by serendipity—this season (early December) is typically the city’s rainiest, but we are greeted with the gentle warmth of sunshine breaking through the light drizzle. The sunlight reflects on raindrops and turns the mundane into something mystical, casting a golden glow over the city’s architecture. The cityscape of

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Petit Mediterrane: Where Moroccan Grills Meet Spanish Inspiration

1 Comment / January 8, 2025 / Deep-Fry, Fish, Frankfurt, Mediterranean Food, Mild and Soothing, Moroccan Food, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Spanish Food, Vegetables

Today we’d like to introduce you to a cozy spot we’ve visited countless times. This isn’t the kind of place you go for extravagant surprises, but rather a dependable spot where you can expect friendly faces and soothing comfort food. Every time we walk by, the aroma of freshly cooked seafood and fish drifts through

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Lisbon Part 6: From Jerónimos to Belém Tower – A Journey of History and Portuguese Flavors

1 Comment / December 18, 2024 / Barbecue, Dessert, Fish, Lisbon, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Portuguese Food, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Stewed/Braised, Vegetables

Today marks the final chapter of our Lisbon journey. So we started the morning with our habitual Portuguese breakfast—eggs paired with crispy bacon or ham, simple, pleasant and satisfying. The sky was a vivid blue, a perfect backdrop for the day’s plan to explore Belém. This area is home to three iconic landmarks: Mosteiro dos

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Dim Sum House: Timeless Flavors of Hong Kong Come Alive in Frankfurt

4 Comments / December 14, 2024 / Chicken, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Dim Sum, Dumplings, Fish, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Seafood, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

There’s something magical about dim sum— it’s comfort, flavor, and nostalgia served in steaming baskets. This little restaurant Dim Sum House offers the exact flavors that remind us of the bustling old streets of Hong Kong, where narrow alleyways lead to hidden popular stands filled with the aroma of freshly steamed dim sum and bubbling

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Yuan 缘来: Bringing the Heart of Northeastern China Straight to Frankfurt

Leave a Comment / November 30, 2024 / Barbecue, Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Fish, Frankfurt, Lamb, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Offal, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

Nestled in a quieter corner of Frankfurt, Yuan 缘来Restaurant is a charming escape into the Northern Chinese countryside. This hidden spot teems with a northeastern farmhouse vibe, also known as Dongbei Nongjia Yuan. This concept of Northeastern Farmhouse is deeply rooted in the rural culture of northern China, where hearty, rustic flavors and large shared

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Lisbon Part 5: Parque das Nações‘ Modern Marvels, Oceanário de Lisboa’s Sea Life and Local Deliciousness

1 Comment / November 13, 2024 / Dessert, Duck, Fish, Lisbon, Mild and Soothing, Portuguese Food, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish)

Today we wake early, stepping into the soft, coastal air of Lisbon as the city lay quiet and half-asleep. Walking through the still lanes of Baixa, a few mists linger around, and the Tagus River shimmers softly in the distance. The peace of the morning fills us with calm, every street corner whispers a new

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Author name: 玖伊岚 - Jiu Yi Lan