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Big Flavors, Humble Prices: Sichuan & Cantonese Classics at YICHI Asian Restaurant

Leave a Comment / May 17, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Duck, Frankfurt, Lamb, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

We’ve just discovered a new go-to spot for authentic Chinese cuisines that we can’t wait to share with you. Open for only a few months, it has become a new obsession for many locals, turning from first-time diners into regulars with only a few visits. This sleek yet welcoming spot offers spacious seating— for couples, small […]

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Chengdu Part 2: Spirituality, Scenery and Sichuan Flavors in the UNESCO Treasures of Qingcheng Mountain and Dujiangyan

5 Comments / April 16, 2025 / Chengdu, Chinese Food, Dumplings, Fish, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Rabbit, Seafood, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Tofu, Vegetables

Chengdu and its surrounding metropolitan area are known as a significant religious and spiritual hub, attracting both pilgrims and tourists with its numerous temples, monasteries, and historic sites. Today, we’re diving into the next three UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the region (last time, we introduced you to the panda resorts in Chengdu). This time

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Takahumi: A Japanese Sushi Oasis Beneath the City Streets

Leave a Comment / March 22, 2025 / Beef, Deep-Fry, Fish, Frankfurt, Japanese Food, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Soup, Spicy, Sushi, Sweet(-ish)

Hidden in plain sight, located within the Hauptwache subway station, lies this exceptional Japanese restaurant—Takahumi. This intimate spot might be easy to miss at first glance, but step inside, and you’re in for a nice surprise. Takahumi has a chic lounge-bar ambiance and an air of understated elegance, with dim lighting, and cozy seating for

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

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

1 Comment / March 8, 2025 / Barbecue, Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Dim Sum, Duck, Dumplings, Frankfurt, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Snails, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

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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XiaoLongKan: Bringing Sichuan’s Iconic Hot Pot to Frankfurt

Leave a Comment / February 22, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Frankfurt, Hotpot, Lamb, Mild and Soothing, Offal, Seafood, Soup, Spicy, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

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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Dinant, Belgium Part 1: Scenic Waters, Historic Citadels, and a Saxophone Legacy

Leave a Comment / February 19, 2025 / Barbecue, Beef, Chicken, Deep-Fry, Dinant, Greek Food, Lamb, Mediterranean Food, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Vegetables

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

Leave a Comment / February 15, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Frankfurt, Korean Food, Mild and Soothing, Offal, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Tofu

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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Aroydee’s Thai Specialties: Unmissable Thai Flavors in Frankfurt

Leave a Comment / January 25, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Deep-Fry, Fish, Noodles, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Seafood, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Thai Food, Vegetables

When it comes to Thai cuisine in Frankfurt, Aroydee is often hailed as the city’s best for its variety, authenticity, and value-for-money. Naturally, we had to see if the hype was justified, and after a few visits, we found ourselves absolutely hooked. Aroydee offers Westernized Thai dishes as well as an extensive selection of authentic

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Revisiting Shanghai: Exploring Yuyuan Garden and Local Food Highlights

Leave a Comment / January 22, 2025 / Chicken, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Dim Sum, Dumplings, Fish, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Shanghai, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

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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