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89 Dining Room (三餐四季): Frankfurt’s New Chinese Spot with a Must-Ask Hidden Menu

Leave a Comment / January 24, 2026 / Beef, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Dumplings, Frankfurt, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Rabbit, Rice Bowl/Dish, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Right across from the Noodles Bar in Konstablerwache, a new Chinese restaurant, 89 Dining Room, has just opened. Step into a space of classic, minimalist decor and warm greetings from its friendly staff. At first, you’ll see the menu on the walls, which speaks of milder dishes with simpler seasoning. They’re more tailored to European […]

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Shanghai Nudelbar 上海屋: A Taste of Authentic Shanghai Flavor in Frankfurt

9 Comments / December 13, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Dim Sum, Dumplings, Frankfurt, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Soup, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

Located close to the bustling Frankfurt MyZeil is the “new-old” name causing delicious, German-winter-long queues. Shanghai Nudelbar 上海屋 might be the new sign above the door, but inside you may recognize the nostalgic flavors. Yes – it’s run by the very same owner and chef from Feinschmecker 好味道. For my Shanghai-born-and-raised friend, one slurp of soup here

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Asia Haus Chuan (川味坊): A Rollercoaster of Sichuan Flavors in Frankfurt

31 Comments / September 6, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Fish, Frankfurt, Frog Legs, Lamb, Mild and Soothing, Offal, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

Time to feel the sizzle again. You know the feeling – the tantalizing numbing-heat, the kick of chilies, the deep, savory umami. That, my fellow spice seekers, is the pulse-quickening world of Sichuan cuisine. Frankfurt’s culinary scene just got a new joiner – Asia Haus Chuan (川味坊) – a new gem that’s causing quite a

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Madrid Part 1: Food, Transit, Hotels & a 3-Day Itinerary Beginning at Mercado de San Miguel

28 Comments / July 16, 2025 / Barbecue, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Dim Sum, Dumplings, Madrid, Mediterranean Food, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Spanish Food, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sushi, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Long before Madrid became the dazzling capital we know today—buzzing with tapas bars, royal palaces, and sunset-lit rooftops—it was called Magerit, or “land of abundant water,” by the Moors. This poetic name hints at its origins: in 865 AD, Emir Muhammad I ordered a fortress to be built along the banks of the Manzanares River

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Cool Bites, Warm Spirits: Sipping and Snacking at J’epoca SAKAbar

21 Comments / July 12, 2025 / Beef, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Fish, Frankfurt, Japanese Food, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Seafood, Steak, Stewed/Braised, Sushi, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Summer is relentless. The sun blazes, the air sticks, and even the thought of stepping outside feels like a workout. So what could possibly lure me out of my cool sanctuary? The first thing that comes to my mind: the delicate, raw, chilled, and modestly portioned Japanese cuisine. And my appetite drifts to J’epoca SAKAbar, a

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Sebeta: Berbere, Butter, and Bold Flavors of Ethiopia in Frankfurt

18 Comments / June 28, 2025 / African Food, Beef, Chicken, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Dumplings, Frankfurt, Lamb, Mild and Soothing, Roasted/Grilled, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Today we’d like to introduce you to Sebeta, a cozy, home-style African eatery. It has a nice outside seating area, perfect for a warm, sunny day – with the scent of rich spices and stews drifting through the air, as you relax at one of the lovely outdoor tables. Weekends usually buzz with energy, especially

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Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai: 50 Years of Japanese Ramen Mastery (Now in Europe!)

9 Comments / May 31, 2025 / Chicken, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Frankfurt, Japanese Food, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Soup, Spicy, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

Today we’d like to talk about Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai, a newly opened Japanese ramen eatery. With over 50 years of history in Japan and 67 locations across its homeland, Ban Nai has finally brought its iconic flavors to Europe, opening its first outpost in Frankfurt in 2025. Restaurant Profile 🏷️ Name of the Restaurant: Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai

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Discover La Roche-en-Ardenne: Belgian cuisine and a picturesque water town

Leave a Comment / March 19, 2025 / Belgian Food, Burger, Chicken, Deep-Fry, Deer/Venison, Dessert, La Roche-en-Ardenne, Mild and Soothing, Roasted/Grilled, Vegetables

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

7 Comments / March 12, 2025 / Beef, Belgian Food, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Dinant, Mild and Soothing, Seafood, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish)

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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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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