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

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

12 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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Shangri-La Day 2: The Golden Majesty of Ganden Sumtseling Monastery

16 Comments / October 22, 2025 / Barbecue, Beef, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Lamb, Roasted/Grilled, Shangri-La, Spicy, Stir-fry/Sauté, Tibetan Food, Vegetables

The Ganden Sumtseling Monastery (also known as Songzanlin Monastery🎬) in Shangri-La is the largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in all of Yunnan. Built directly into the mountainside, its structures rise in cascading, layered tiers, creating a fortress-like silhouette that exudes both mystery and solemnity – earning it the title of the “Little Potala Palace.”📍 Location: No. 3 Niwang Road, Jiantang

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Madrid Part 4: Prado Museum, El Retiro Park & Literary Quarter

22 Comments / August 27, 2025 / Beef, Deep-Fry, Madrid, Mediterranean Food, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Spanish Food, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Located within the Madrid‘s lush “Golden Triangle of Art” is a powerhouse trio completed by For a perfect art day in Madrid – you can start with the Prado (3h) for Old Masters, stroll to Thyssen (1.5h) for variety, and finish at Reina Sofía (1.5h) to be shaken by Picasso. But if time only allows

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Chengdu Part 5: Du Fu’s Cottage, Urban Glamour & Nine-Grid Hotpot

49 Comments / July 2, 2025 / Beef, Chengdu, Chicken, Chinese Food, Dumplings, Fish, Hotpot, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Tofu, Vegetables

If you’re visiting Chengdu, the Du Fu Thatched Cottage is definitely worth a visit! Step back over a thousand years and into the world of Du Fu, China’s revered ‘Poet Sage’🌿 DU FU THATCHED COTTAGE Officially known as the Chengdu Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum, this was the former home of the great Tang Dynasty poet during his

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Chengdu Part 4: Face to Face with the Giant Buddha of Leshan & Local Eats

14 Comments / June 4, 2025 / Beef, Chengdu, Chicken, Chinese Food, Duck, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Offal, Roasted/Grilled, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

World’s Largest Stone Buddha High above the roaring confluence of three mighty rivers—Min River (岷江 Min Jiang), Qingyi River (青衣江 Qingyi Jiang), and Dadu River (大渡河 Dadu He)—sits the planet’s largest stone-carved seated Buddha🎬. Officially named Jiazhou Lingyun Temple Giant Maitreya Stone Statue (嘉州凌云寺大弥勒石像), and also known as Lingyun Giant Buddha (凌云大佛) or Maitreya Statue (弥勒大像),

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Lisbon Part 3: The Cathedral, Alfama’s Charm, Castelo de São Jorge, and Tasty Portuguese Traditions

Leave a Comment / October 23, 2024 / Barbecue, Beef, Chicken, Fish, Lisbon, Mediterranean Food, Mild and Soothing, Portuguese Food, Roasted/Grilled

As we continue our tour of Lisbon’s central area, this time, we’re heading to the enchanting Alfama district, where the charm of the old town wraps around you with its narrow streets, historic architecture, and breathtaking views of the city and ocean. Wandering through Alfama, you’ll be serenaded by the nostalgic notes of Fado drifting

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Unveiling the Charm of Jianghan Pedestrian Street: A guide to the vibrant food scene of Wuhan’s most famous shopping street

Leave a Comment / November 3, 2023 / Barbecue, Chinese Food, Dessert, Lamb, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Snails, Spicy, Wuhan

Join us on our culinary journey as we embark on our third and, for the time being, final exploration of the vibrant streetfood scene in Wuhan. Our destination for today is the famous Jianghan Pedestrian Street – a vibrant Chinese avenue adorned with colourful lights and bustling with people. We will delve into the hidden

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Exploring Wuhan’s Stunning Icon and Hubuxiang Food Market’s Culinary Delights

1 Comment / October 19, 2023 / Barbecue, Chinese Food, Dessert, Dumplings, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Spicy, Tofu, Wuhan

In today’s post, we will introduce you to one of most famous landmarks in Wuhan – the Yellow Crane Tower – and the nearby Hubuxiang Food Market – one of the most popular markets for locals. But first things first. Why visit Wuhan? A megacity of more than 11 million people, Wuhan is located in

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