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Sichuan Küche Nudelbar (川味王小面馆): Authentic Sichuan Noodle Shop in the Heart of Munich

1 Comment / December 20, 2025 / Beef, Chinese Food, Mild and Soothing, Munich, Noodles, Pork, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

Located close to Munich Central Station, there’s a place where the air hums with fragrant chili oil and fluent Mandarin—and not just from the Chinese diners. That’s Sichuan Küche Nudelbar (川味王小面馆), a pocket of uncompromising authenticity. The first clue we found this place special is the sight of Europeans confidently ordering in Chinese, showing just how […]

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Shangri-La Day 6: Chasing Gods & Giants of Meili Snow Mountain and Shika Snow Mountain

Leave a Comment / December 17, 2025 / Beef, Chinese Food, Dessert, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Shangri-La, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Tibetan Food, Vegetables

Our final day in Shangri-La is marked by the grand finale, the crescendo of our week-long journey through this highland paradise – standing before one of the world’s most majestic and mysterious mountain ranges. The Unconquerable: Meili Snow Mountain 🙏 To be clear, this is not a climbing guide. The Meili Snow Mountains are, in

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Shanghai Nudelbar 上海屋: A Taste of Authentic Shanghai Flavor in Frankfurt

10 Comments / December 13, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Dim Sum, Dumplings, Frankfurt, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Soup, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

Located close to the bustling Frankfurt MyZeil is the “new-old” name causing delicious, German-winter-long queues. Shanghai Nudelbar 上海屋 might be the new sign above the door, but inside you may recognize the nostalgic flavors. Yes – it’s run by the very same owner and chef from Feinschmecker 好味道. For my Shanghai-born-and-raised friend, one slurp of soup here

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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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Shangri-La Day 5: Exploring Tiger Leaping Gorge & the Fairy Terraces of Baishuitai

10 Comments / December 3, 2025 / Barbecue, Beef, Chinese Food, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Shangri-La, Spicy, Tibetan Food, Tofu, Vegetables

Our one-day private car tour from the Dukezong Ancient Town to the roaring Tiger Leaping Gorge and the dreamlike beauty of Baishuitai (White Water Terraces) was a whirlwind journey. It shows two dramatically different, yet equally stunning faces of Shangri-La‘s wild nature. We were lucky to find a great driver, Mr. He (和师傅), who offered us

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Rangoon Sushi & Burmese Cuisine: Frankfurt’s First-Ever Burmese Gem

10 Comments / November 29, 2025 / Burmese Food, Chicken, Frankfurt, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Offal, Pork, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

Rangoon is so genuinely wonderful that discovering it makes us want to shout it from the rooftops! Hidden on a quiet street in a residential area, this new Burmese restaurant is achingly authentic. Every dish is crafted with a rustic, heartfelt care. The prices are a breath of fresh air too, especially in Frankfurt’s inflation

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FAN Restaurant (范儿) – Nuanced Flavors, Stylish Take: A New Benchmark for Chinese Food in Munich

9 Comments / November 22, 2025 / Chinese Food, Lamb, Mild and Soothing, Munich, Noodles, Pork, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Anticipation buzzes when a notoriously hard-to-please friend leans in and says, “You have to try this place. It’s one of the best.” That was us, hearts pounding and stomachs ready, heading into Fan Restaurant (范儿) in Munich. This spot isn’t the realm of uniform, heavy sauces and one-note Sichuan fire you so often encounter in Chinese restaurants across Germany.

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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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Shangri-La Day 3: A Journey to Paradise at Pudacuo National Park

13 Comments / November 5, 2025 / Barbecue, Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Hotpot, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Shangri-La, Soup, Stewed/Braised, Tibetan Food, Vegetables

After exploring the spiritual heart of Shangri-La in Ganden Sumtseling Monastery, it was time to answer the call of the wild. Our third day was dedicated to the legendary Pudacuo National Park. Located in Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, it is the first national park in mainland China and a crucial part of the “Three Parallel Rivers”

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Kyo: Unlocking Its Secret Menu and Flavor Bombs Straight from Vietnam’s Backstreets

14 Comments / October 4, 2025 / Beef, Deep-Fry, Fish, Frankfurt, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Offal, Pork, Seafood, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables, Vietnamese Food

Today’s recommendation is the kind that told by a friend with a knowing glint in her eyes, followed by, “This is the real deal. You just have to trust me.” And that’s how we found Kyo, an unassuming spot that has nothing to do with sleek, modern Vietnamese fusion. Instead, it has more of a

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Author name: 玖伊岚 - Jiu Yi Lan