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Harmony in Chaos: The Bold and Beautiful of Mommona’s African Cuisine

Leave a Comment / May 3, 2025 / African Food, Beef, Chicken, Frankfurt, Lamb, Mild and Soothing, Roasted/Grilled, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

If you like bold flavors—whether it’s the spicy punch of Sichuan food, the complex masalas of India, or the deep umami of Thai curries—then you’ll be a fan of African cuisine. Because compared to African spices, those flavors may seem humble. After spotlighting popular Frankfurt eateries like African Queen and Erta Ale, this time we’d like to introduce you […]

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Gyoza Bar: A Cozy Eatery for Honest Chinese Comfort Food in Munich

Leave a Comment / April 26, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Dessert, Dumplings, Mild and Soothing, Munich, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Today let us introduce you to our latest find in Munich – a humble spot where we had one of our best-value Chinese meals in a long time: Gyoza Bar. Hidden in the center of this pricey city, Gyoza Bar is quietly serving up hearty, no-fuss Chinese food. This place doesn’t have novel-length menu, but

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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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Savory Bites & Unique Flavors: Inside Tandoori Mahal’s Cozy Indian Hideaway

3 Comments / April 12, 2025 / Barbecue, Buffet, Chicken, Frankfurt, Indian Food, Lamb, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish)

Today, we’d like to introduce you to a popular Indian restaurant in Frankfurt. With its subtle red lighting adding a festive touch, cozy corner seating for an intimate feel, and plush sofas for extra comfort, the ambiance is a beautiful blend of warmth and tradition. From rich, aromatic curries to sizzling tandoori grills, this place

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Dein Stübchen (邻家食堂): A Warm, Homely Taste of Fujian and Taiwanese Cuisine

Leave a Comment / April 5, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Fish, Frankfurt, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Located in a quiet, tidy neighborhood, Dein Stübchen is a newly opened, family-run Chinese restaurant with a homey atmosphere. The wooden chairs are thoughtfully designed — they gently adjust as you lean back, so you can settle in comfortably. The space is cozy, with a warm setting for an unhurried meal, just like dining at

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Chengdu Part 1: Pandas, Food, Nightlife & Your Ultimate 5-Day Itinerary with Travel Tips

Leave a Comment / April 2, 2025 / Beef, Chengdu, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Dumplings, Noodles, Offal, Pork, Rabbit, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Tofu, Vegetables

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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Homely Persian Flavors at SHOMAL

Leave a Comment / March 29, 2025 / Barbecue, Chicken, Fish, Frankfurt, Iranian Food, Lamb, Middle Eastern Food, Mild and Soothing, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

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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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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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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