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Dinant, Belgium Part 1: Scenic Waters, Historic Citadels, and a Saxophone Legacy

Leave a Comment / February 19, 2025 / Barbecue, Beef, Chicken, Deep-Fry, Dinant, Greek Food, Lamb, Mediterranean Food, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Vegetables

As we arrive in Dinant, Belgium, the temperature hover near freezing, yet the sun’s gentle rays bathe the town in a golden warmth, making the chill almost unnoticeable. Our journey leads us past the impressive Rocher Bayard, a towering 40-meter limestone formation split dramatically in two. Folklore has it that the giant horse Bayard split […]

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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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Revisiting Shanghai: Exploring Yuyuan Garden and Local Food Highlights

Leave a Comment / January 22, 2025 / Chicken, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Dim Sum, Dumplings, Fish, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Shanghai, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

In the fall of 2024, we found ourselves back in Shanghai and are excited to introduce you to one of the city’s most cherished attractions – the Yuyuan Garden. Of course, we’ve also brought along plenty of food highlights from China to share with you today! We start the day at a hotel in Shanghai’s

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Burg Eltz, Reichsburg, and More: A Fairytale Road Trip to Cochem and German Food Delights

Leave a Comment / January 15, 2025 / Cochem, Deep-Fry, German Food, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Stewed/Braised

This time for a leisurely road trip, we took drive to Cochem, a beautiful town along the Moselle River, just a couple of hours away from Frankfurt. If you take the highway, the journey is faster, about 2 hours. But if you have time and a heart for scenic beauty, the B9 route along the

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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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Lisbon Part 1: Transit Tips, Stays, and Bairro Alto Discoveries

Leave a Comment / August 21, 2024 / Fish, Lisbon, Mediterranean Food, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Portuguese Food, Steak, Vegetables

Welcome to another exciting travel episode of HaoChiBites! This time, we’re heading to Lisbon, Portugal’s vibrant capital that seamlessly blends traditional heritage with striking modernism. Nestled along the scenic shores of the Atlantic Ocean, Lisbon is a city of stunning contrasts, where ancient history meets contemporary charm. Join us as we explore this captivating destination

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Off-the-Beaten-Path Bliss on Gran Canaria: Secluded Beaches and a Hidden Family-Run Tavern

Leave a Comment / July 24, 2024 / Beef, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Dumplings, Gran Canaria, Mediterranean Food, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Seafood, Soup, Spanish Food, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Vegetables

For those seeking a serene escape from Gran Canaria’s bustling tourist hubs, Playa de Tiritaña and Playa de los Frailes are the perfect spots. These relatively secluded beaches are easily accessible by car, with Playa de Tiritaña just a short 10-minute drive from Playa de los Frailes. We parked our car about 10 minutes’ walk

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Gran Canaria: From Sioux City’s Old West Thrills to Allende 22º’s Global Cuisine

1 Comment / July 3, 2024 / American Food, Barbecue, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Fish, Gran Canaria, Mediterranean Food, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Spanish Food, Spicy, Vegetables

Sun, beach, mountain, and culture have been the key words in our travels through the island of Gran Canaria so far. As we mentioned in our previous post, apart from its natural beauty, this island is not short of countless man-made entertainment opportunities such as amusement parks, golf and tennis clubs etc. Normally, when visiting

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

Leave a Comment / June 12, 2024 / Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Dumplings, Huangshan, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Soup, Spicy, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

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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