Roasted/Grilled

A collection of posts featuring Roasted / grilled dishes.

Homely Persian Flavors at SHOMAL

Today we’d like to introduce you to SHOMAL – a newly opened Persian family-run eatery with a genuine hospitality that makes you feel like a guest in someone’s home rather than a customer. The dishes here are made fresh to order, so some may take a little longer to arrive, but the wait is worth […]

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Century China Restaurant 好百年中餐厅: A New Hidden Spot for Authentic Cantonese Flavors

Today we’d like to take you to a newly opened Chinese restaurant that evokes warmth and nostalgia of Hong Kong. Specializing in Cantonese/Hong Kong-style cuisine, the dining space is bright and spacious, with charming décor that pays tribute to old Hong Kong – vintage vinyl records and classic movie posters and photographs. For many, these

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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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Danji: Grilled, Flavorful and Lesser-Known Korean Delicacies

Today we take you to a unique Korean restaurant that we stumbled upon—and we’re so grateful we did. This cozy spot is a mix of a restaurant and a bar, with its evening hours extending late into the night (open until 12 AM). Danji has a very charming décor. The interior exudes a rustic charm

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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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Homemade Noodles, Truffle Dreams, and More at Longobardis

When it comes to Italian restaurants, Germany is a bountiful haven, thanks to the waves of Italian immigrants who brought their culinary heritage here in earlier days. Many of these restaurants are so authentic that they’ve earned immense praise from many Italians themselves! Today, we want to introduce you to one such place— a place

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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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From Rare Dishes to Classic Chinese Flavors: Ming Garden (名居) is Perfect for Solo Meals or Group Feasts

Today, we’d like to introduce you to Ming Garden (名居), a Chinese restaurant that’s quickly built a loyal customer base in Frankfurt, despite being relatively new. Conveniently located just a five-minute walk from the Dom Römer subway station, Ming Garden offers thoughtfully curated menu. While their selection isn’t extensive, it includes unique dishes rarely found

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Beyond the Ordinary: Exceptional Korean Dishes at Mr. Lee in Frankfurt

It’s been such a delight to stumble upon this Korean restaurant – Mr. Lee – a discovery that makes me wish I had found it sooner. Hidden behind an unassuming exterior, this spot has been serving some of the most iconic Korean dishes for years. Many of these dishes, which I’ve been longing to try,

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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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