Travel in Asia

A collection of our trips to Asia (especially China) to enjoy authentic food and more.

Chengdu Part 2: Spirituality, Scenery and Sichuan Flavors in the UNESCO Treasures of Qingcheng Mountain and Dujiangyan

Chengdu and its surrounding metropolitan area are known as a significant religious and spiritual hub, attracting both pilgrims and tourists with its numerous temples, monasteries, and historic sites. Today, we’re diving into the next three UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the region (last time, we introduced you to the panda resorts in Chengdu). This time […]

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Chengdu Part 1: Pandas, Food, Nightlife & Your Ultimate 5-Day Itinerary with Travel Tips

If you’ve been following our posts, you’ve probably noticed our deep passion for Chinese cuisine. And if there’s one region that keeps popping up, it’s Sichuan. Home to one of China’s most famous culinary traditions—one of the country’s eight great cuisines—Sichuan is renowned for its bold, fiery flavors, its generous use of chili peppers and

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

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

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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