Mild and Soothing

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

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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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Shangri-La Day 6: Chasing Gods & Giants of Meili Snow Mountain and Shika Snow Mountain

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Our final day in Shangri-La is marked by the grand finale, the crescendo of our week-long journey through this highland paradise – standing before one of the world’s most majestic and mysterious mountain ranges. The Unconquerable: Meili Snow Mountain 🙏 To be clear, this is not a climbing guide. The Meili Snow Mountains are, in

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

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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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Chengdu Part 3 – Three Kingdoms Legends, Kung Fu Tea, Ancient Streets & Hotpot Tips

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After the trip to the misty heights of Qingcheng Mountain and the glowing “blue tears” of Dujiangyan, we decided to slow things down and explore within Chengdu’s city limits this time. Yes, Chengdu isn’t just pandas and mountains—this city has a long and rich history, especially when it comes to the legendary Three Kingdoms period

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Gyoza Bar: A Cozy Eatery for Honest Chinese Comfort Food in Munich

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Today let us introduce you to our latest find in Munich – a humble spot where we had one of our best-value Chinese meals in a long time: Gyoza Bar. Hidden in the center of this pricey city, Gyoza Bar is quietly serving up hearty, no-fuss Chinese food. This place doesn’t have novel-length menu, but

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Comfort, Flavor, and Indulgence: Authentic Afghan Dining at Die Waffel

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After some searching for an Afghan restaurant in Frankfurt, we’ve finally found a favorite that we can’t wait to share with you. Located in the cozy neighborhood of Bockenheimer Warte, this hidden spot is run by locals who bring the authentic flavors of Afghanistan straight to the heart of the city. The restaurant brims with

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

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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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