Spicy

A collection of posts featuring Spicy food.

China’s Iconic Noodle Bowls at Das Nudel Ding: Noodle Nostalgia in a Rainy Frankfurt

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Lately, Frankfurt has been caught in a loop of drizzling grey skies that blurs seasons, leaving me feeling untethered—as if summer has forgotten its true self. In times like these, a hearty bowl of noodles feels like a perfect intervention to bring a little warmth back to the day. In Frankfurt’s booming Chinese food scene, […]

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Volcano Chicken & Healing Broths: Inside 89Anju, Munich’s Korean Gem

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Back in Munich again—and this time, we discovered 89Anju, a trendy, authentic Korean eatery that instantly transports you to the bustling streets of Seoul. The vibe inside is electric, with exposed brick walls, sleek wooden accents, and pops of neon lights that give the space a cool, urban edge – like a stylish Seoul street

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Pho-nomenal & Beyond: Viet Pho Cuisine Brings Heat, Crunch & Comfort

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Summer in Germany is back with all its charming unpredictability—one moment sunshine, the next a light rain shower. But despite the changing skies, the air is crisp, fresh, and full of that green, grassy scent typical of a European summer. For such a gentle summer day, I can’t think of a better match than Vietnamese

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Slurp Nudelbar: The Customizable Noodle Haven in Munich

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Today we’ll introduce you to a popular Chinese restaurant with not only one, but three locations across Munich – Slurp Nudelbar (面次郎). We’ll be spotlighting the one near the central train station. What’s special about them is their authentic Chinese hand-pulled noodles and broth recipe, combined with a lighter, Japanese-inspired touch. The result is a bowl that’s rich in

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Madrid Part 1: Food, Transit, Hotels & a 3-Day Itinerary Beginning at Mercado de San Miguel

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Long before Madrid became the dazzling capital we know today—buzzing with tapas bars, royal palaces, and sunset-lit rooftops—it was called Magerit, or “land of abundant water,” by the Moors. This poetic name hints at its origins: in 865 AD, Emir Muhammad I ordered a fortress to be built along the banks of the Manzanares River

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Le Voyage (悠游之): The Place to Be for Peking Duck and Xuzhou Chicken Pots in Munich

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Today we’d like to introduce you to Restaurant Le Voyage, a Chinese restaurant in Munich. Open for over six years, it has been winning hearts with its exquisite decor, thoughtful menu, and the warmest, passionately welcoming owner. Step inside, and you’ll find yourself in a cozy lounge vibe with bright but relaxed lighting. The restaurant

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Chengdu Part 5: Du Fu’s Cottage, Urban Glamour & Nine-Grid Hotpot

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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

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Sebeta: Berbere, Butter, and Bold Flavors of Ethiopia in Frankfurt

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Today we’d like to introduce you to Sebeta, a cozy, home-style African eatery. It has a nice outside seating area, perfect for a warm, sunny day – with the scent of rich spices and stews drifting through the air, as you relax at one of the lovely outdoor tables. Weekends usually buzz with energy, especially

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XiangJu Restaurant(湘聚): The Fiery Taste of Hunan in Munich

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Today, we’d like to recommend a Hunan restaurant in Munich, which literally all Hunan natives praise immensely – XiangJu Restaurant (湘聚).  Hunan food is famous for its bold, tongue-tingling heat, but here, the spice-averse can also find something mellower with European-friendly flair. In fact, regardless of spice tolerance or culinary preferences, there’re a few dishes

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

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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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