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Mala Bowl: Frankfurt’s New Malatang Obsession

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 […]

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Shangri-La Day 1 – Arrival & Ancient Town: Exploring Dukezong, Where Prayers Become Gold

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,

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Dough Nation: How Silk Bowls is Pulling Frankfurt’s Noodle Scene Forward

Lately, Frankfurt’s culinary landscape is buzzing with rise of authentic, hand-pulled noodle shops, where you can watch, as dough is twisted, stretched, and slapped into springy strands destined for a warming, profound beef broth. The broth starts with quality beef and bones, blanched to purity, then committed to a long, slow simmering in a giant

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

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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Chengdu Part 4: Face to Face with the Giant Buddha of Leshan & Local Eats

World’s Largest Stone Buddha High above the roaring confluence of three mighty rivers—Min River (岷江 Min Jiang), Qingyi River (青衣江 Qingyi Jiang), and Dadu River (大渡河 Dadu He)—sits the planet’s largest stone-carved seated Buddha🎬. Officially named Jiazhou Lingyun Temple Giant Maitreya Stone Statue (嘉州凌云寺大弥勒石像), and also known as Lingyun Giant Buddha (凌云大佛) or Maitreya Statue (弥勒大像),

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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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XiaoLongKan: Bringing Sichuan’s Iconic Hot Pot to Frankfurt

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.

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Modu Three Brothers (魔都三兄弟): The New Heartbeat of Frankfurt’s Chinese Cuisine

Today, we’re thrilled to introduce you to Modu Three Brothers, a newly opened Chinese restaurant in Frankfurt that has already become the talk of the town among the local Chinese community. Despite its recent debut, the restaurant’s dishes have made a stunning impression, offering authentic dishes some of which are really one-of-a-kind and rarely found

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Yuan 缘来: Bringing the Heart of Northeastern China Straight to Frankfurt

Nestled in a quieter corner of Frankfurt, Yuan 缘来Restaurant is a charming escape into the Northern Chinese countryside. This hidden spot teems with a northeastern farmhouse vibe, also known as Dongbei Nongjia Yuan. This concept of Northeastern Farmhouse is deeply rooted in the rural culture of northern China, where hearty, rustic flavors and large shared

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Noodles Bar: A Cozy Spot for Authentic Chinese/Asian Noodles in Frankfurt

When it comes to go-to Chinese noodle spots in Frankfurt, most will immediately think of The Noodlemaker —and for good reason. It’s a popular spot, known for its delicious flavors and authenticity. But a boutique metropolis like Frankfurt, though small in size, certainly offers no shortage of great and flavorful options. So today, we’re taking

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