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Huangshan Day 2: Discover Hongcun’s Ancient Beauty and Rustic Flavors

Welcome back to part two of our journey to Huangshan! In our last instalment, we explored the majestic mountains, gave you some hiking tips and introduced you to the culinary delights of Anhui Province and the Huangshan region. Today I’m taking you to Hongcun, one of the most famous and undoubtedly the most beautiful villages […]

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Huangshan Day 1: Majestic Peaks & Authentic Mountain Cuisine

It’s off to China again – this time to the picturesque mountainous region of Huangshan. Just a few hours by train from the bustling metropolises of Shanghai, Wuhan, Nanjing or Beijing, it’s the perfect place for a weekend getaway. If you’re heading to one of these cities and are looking for inspiration, a trip to

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Exploring Frankfurt’s Authentic Chinese Cuisine: A Flavorful Journey at Pak Choi

Remember Chiking, the Korean fried chicken restaurant we introduced you to a while back? Today we’d like to take you to another culinary gem right next door. Pak Choi Restaurant offers authentic Chinese cuisine at a reasonable price. The atmosphere is reminiscent of a small street stall in China. Locals, Asians and visitors from all

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Indulge in an authentic Chinese feast: Gourmet City’s Buffet Delights in Frankfurt

Many Chinese restaurants in Germany adapt their menus to local tastes and preferences. This often means oversized portions of meat, very few exotic spices, a lack of clear culinary direction (mixing different Asian cuisines), and, above all, an abundant use of MSG. This trend is particularly evident in a classic Chinese-Asian restaurant concept in Germany

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Sacred Serenity Meets Savory Sensation: Jing’an Temple and Chaoshan Hotpot

In a previous blog post, we explored Shanghai together. I introduced you to the world-famous waterfront promenade, The Bund, the bustling Nanjing East Road, and a typical Yunnan restaurant. Today, we will explore another fascinating attraction in the heart of the city. Furthermore, I would like to introduce you to the ‘Silk Metropolis’ Shanghai. Lastly,

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Dumpling Delights & Taiwanese Culinary Treasures in Munich

During a trip to Munich, a colleague and I decided to have dinner after work at Song’s Kitchen in Munich’s Marxvorstadt district. The restaurant specialises in Taiwanese cuisine and dumplings. As I had rarely been exposed to Taiwanese cuisine before, this was a good opportunity for me to broaden my culinary horizons. Taiwanese cuisine is

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Experience the Magic of Tibet in Frankfurt: A Culinary Journey Full of Flavors and Traditions

Amid Frankfurt’s culinary diversity, one restaurant stands out: Tibet Bistro. We discovered this little gem a few years ago and have been coming back to it ever since. Tibet Bistro is a small but charming eatery specializing in authentic Tibetan cuisine. While you won’t find an extensive menu here, each dish is homemade and prepared

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Enchanting Shanghai: Rediscovering the City and it’s Culinary Secrets After 5 Years Abroad

Shanghai – the city where I had the pleasure to spend wonderful years – still fascinates me after many years. A leisurely stroll along the picturesque tree-lined avenues in the French Concession, the hustle and bustle in the subways, and the impressive atmosphere in Pudong are still vivid in my memory. Now, after 5 years

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Discover the Diversity of Hunan Cuisine: a Culinary Adventure at the Chinese Restaurant Xiang

We have written a lot about Sichuan cuisine in previous blog posts (e.g. Sichuan Grilled Fish or Seen in Munich), but now we would like to introduce you to a restaurant in Frankfurt that, along with some Sichuan influences, mainly serves dishes from the central Chinese province of Hunan. China Restaurant Xiang is located just

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Explore the Diverse Uyghur Cuisine, from Handmade Laghman Noodles to Irresistible Dapanji

During my semester abroad in Beijing, I had the opportunity to try Uyghur cuisine for the first time and was immediately impressed. The handmade noodles were rich, the spices were hot, the vegetables were colorful and crunchy, and the meat was tender. I was even more delighted to discover that there is excellent Uyghur cuisine

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