A collection of our trips around the world to enjoy authentic food and more.
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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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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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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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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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
Today we wake early, stepping into the soft, coastal air of Lisbon as the city lay quiet and half-asleep. Walking through the still lanes of Baixa, a few mists linger around, and the Tagus River shimmers softly in the distance. The peace of the morning fills us with calm, every street corner whispers a new
Another day full of energy! Breakfast in Lisbon is always a treat – fresh orange juice, omelettes stuffed with crispy bacon, the famous pastéis de nata (Portuguese egg tarts), samosas, and their beloved pastéis de bacalhau, a fried snack made with soft codfish inside. Breakfasts here can be so rich and flavorful that we often
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
Waking up in Lisbon felt like entering a different time and space. The night passed dreamlessly, and as morning light filtered gently through the skylight, the crisp, clean air of the city softly stirred our senses awake. It was as if the very blood in our veins was coming to life, ready to rhyme with
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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