Travel & Eat

A collection of our trips around the world to enjoy authentic food and more.

Dinant, Belgium Part 2: From Stone to Spoon – A Journey Through Caves, Castles & Cuisine

We wake up in Dinant to a veil of mist rising from the river, swirling like smoke and casting an ethereal dusk over the Meuse River. In the background, the towering Rocher Bayard stands, its silhouette softened by the morning haze. As the fog begins to lift, the first strokes of blue sky paint the […]

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 5: Parque das Nações‘ Modern Marvels, Oceanário de Lisboa’s Sea Life and Local Deliciousness  

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

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Lisbon Part 2: Santa Justa Lift, Carmo Convent, Praça do Comércio, and Traditional Portuguese Dishes

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

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

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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