A collection of posts featuring Soup dishes.
On the fourth day of our Shangri-La trip, we set out on a ride we’d been eagerly awaiting: circling the breathtaking Napahai Lake. Napahai: The Mountain’s Mirror Napahai is a seasonal alpine lake and a protected nature reserve in Yunnan. Just a stone’s throw from the Dukezong Ancient Town, Napa Lake is stunning even on […]
After exploring the spiritual heart of Shangri-La in Ganden Sumtseling Monastery, it was time to answer the call of the wild. Our third day was dedicated to the legendary Pudacuo National Park. Located in Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, it is the first national park in mainland China and a crucial part of the “Three Parallel Rivers”
Shangri-La Day 3: A Journey to Paradise at Pudacuo National Park Read More »
When some of my friends first got to Frankfurt, beyond the skyscrapers and the Römer, their settling-in agenda often included a common, delicious priority: the urgent hunt for an authentic spot of malatang. For anyone not familiar with malatang, imagine the communal, customizable Chinese hot pot, but without the pressure of timing your own cooking
Mala Bowl: Frankfurt’s New Malatang Obsession Read More »
We arrived in the morning. The moment we stepped off the plane in Shangri-La—at 3,300 meters above sea level—the air felt thinner and crisper. The number is one thing; the slight dizziness in our heads is another. So, our first order of business was to settle in, take it easy. We checked into our hotel,
Shangri-La Day 1 – Arrival & Ancient Town: Exploring Dukezong, Where Prayers Become Gold Read More »
If you’re visiting Chengdu, the Du Fu Thatched Cottage is definitely worth a visit! Step back over a thousand years and into the world of Du Fu, China’s revered ‘Poet Sage’🌿 DU FU THATCHED COTTAGE Officially known as the Chengdu Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum, this was the former home of the great Tang Dynasty poet during his
Chengdu Part 5: Du Fu’s Cottage, Urban Glamour & Nine-Grid Hotpot Read More »
Today, we’d like to introduce you to a restaurant that many of you might already know: XiaoLongKan, a well-known hot pot chain originating from Sichuan, China. The restaurant’s classic Chinese wooden furniture is beautifully crafted from dark, polished wood. On the walls, you’ll find traditional Chinese paintings of natural landscapes and historical figures astride horses.
XiaoLongKan: Bringing Sichuan’s Iconic Hot Pot to Frankfurt Read More »
Contrary to what the name might suggest, the restaurant Sanku-Maotsai, located just a few minutes’ walk from Frankfurt main station, is not about Maotai or Moutai – a type of baijiu, a traditional Chinese liquor or schnapps. Instead, the name refers to a popular authentic Chinese dish called Maocai (冒菜) from Sichuan Province, known for
Unleash the Fiery Flavors of Sanku-Maotsai: Authentic Sichuan Maocai in Frankfurt Read More »
Today I’d like to introduce you to 香香麻辣烫 XiangXiang Malatang (Spicy Hotpot), a restaurant that has been a favourite of both Asians and locals in Frankfurt for years. Conveniently located in the heart of Frankfurt’s city centre, close to the Römer square in the old town, this place specialises in malatang, a popular dish from
Ultimate Guide to Authentic Malatang Dining in Frankfurt’s City Center Read More »
