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Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai: 50 Years of Japanese Ramen Mastery (Now in Europe!)

9 Comments / May 31, 2025 / Chicken, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Frankfurt, Japanese Food, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Soup, Spicy, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

Today we’d like to talk about Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai, a newly opened Japanese ramen eatery. With over 50 years of history in Japan and 67 locations across its homeland, Ban Nai has finally brought its iconic flavors to Europe, opening its first outpost in Frankfurt in 2025. Restaurant Profile 🏷️ Name of the Restaurant: Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai […]

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Chengdu Part 3 – Three Kingdoms Legends, Kung Fu Tea, Ancient Streets & Hotpot Tips

23 Comments / May 21, 2025 / Beef, Chengdu, Chinese Food, Dessert, Fish, Hotpot, Mild and Soothing, Offal, Seafood, Spicy, Vegetables

After the trip to the misty heights of Qingcheng Mountain and the glowing “blue tears” of Dujiangyan, we decided to slow things down and explore within Chengdu’s city limits this time. Yes, Chengdu isn’t just pandas and mountains—this city has a long and rich history, especially when it comes to the legendary Three Kingdoms period

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Gyoza Bar: A Cozy Eatery for Honest Chinese Comfort Food in Munich

4 Comments / April 26, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Dessert, Dumplings, Mild and Soothing, Munich, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Today let us introduce you to our latest find in Munich – a humble spot where we had one of our best-value Chinese meals in a long time: Gyoza Bar. Hidden in the center of this pricey city, Gyoza Bar is quietly serving up hearty, no-fuss Chinese food. This place doesn’t have novel-length menu, but

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Discover La Roche-en-Ardenne: Belgian cuisine and a picturesque water town

Leave a Comment / March 19, 2025 / Belgian Food, Burger, Chicken, Deep-Fry, Deer/Venison, Dessert, La Roche-en-Ardenne, Mild and Soothing, Roasted/Grilled, Vegetables

The last day of our Belgian trip led us to La Roche-en-Ardenne, a picturesque town located in the heart of Ardennes, as we made on our way back to Frankfurt. It was off-season, and breakfast spots were scarce, but we had prepared ahead, gathering simple provisions from a supermarket. Often considered one of the most

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Dinant, Belgium Part 2: From Stone to Spoon – A Journey Through Caves, Castles & Cuisine

7 Comments / March 12, 2025 / Beef, Belgian Food, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Dinant, Mild and Soothing, Seafood, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish)

We wake up in Dinant to a veil of mist rising from the river, swirling like smoke and casting an ethereal dusk over the Meuse River. In the background, the towering Rocher Bayard stands, its silhouette softened by the morning haze. As the fog begins to lift, the first strokes of blue sky paint the

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Medieval Mystique and Scenic Trails in Luxembourg: Vianden Castle, Echternach and More

Leave a Comment / February 12, 2025 / Deer/Venison, Dessert, Luxembourg City, Luxembourgish Food, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Steak, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Just 30 minutes’ drive from the center of Luxembourg City, Vianden Castle, perched atop a small hill, is like a portal to a medieval world. On the day of our visit, a light drizzle painted the air with a misty softness, blurring the edges of reality and casting an almost dreamlike veil over the scenery.

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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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Homemade Noodles, Truffle Dreams, and More at Longobardis

1 Comment / January 29, 2025 / Beef, Dessert, Frankfurt, Italian Food, Mediterranean Food, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Roasted/Grilled, Steak, Stewed/Braised, Vegetables

When it comes to Italian restaurants, Germany is a bountiful haven, thanks to the waves of Italian immigrants who brought their culinary heritage here in earlier days. Many of these restaurants are so authentic that they’ve earned immense praise from many Italians themselves! Today, we want to introduce you to one such place— a place

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Comfort, Flavor, and Indulgence: Authentic Afghan Dining at Die Waffel

1 Comment / January 11, 2025 / Afghan Food, Beef, Dessert, Dumplings, Frankfurt, Lamb, Mild and Soothing, Rice Bowl/Dish, Stewed/Braised, Vegetables

After some searching for an Afghan restaurant in Frankfurt, we’ve finally found a favorite that we can’t wait to share with you. Located in the cozy neighborhood of Bockenheimer Warte, this hidden spot is run by locals who bring the authentic flavors of Afghanistan straight to the heart of the city. The restaurant brims with

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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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