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89 Dining Room (三餐四季): Frankfurt’s New Chinese Spot with a Must-Ask Hidden Menu

Leave a Comment / January 24, 2026 / Beef, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Dumplings, Frankfurt, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Rabbit, Rice Bowl/Dish, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Right across from the Noodles Bar in Konstablerwache, a new Chinese restaurant, 89 Dining Room, has just opened. Step into a space of classic, minimalist decor and warm greetings from its friendly staff. At first, you’ll see the menu on the walls, which speaks of milder dishes with simpler seasoning. They’re more tailored to European […]

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Shanghai Nudelbar 上海屋: A Taste of Authentic Shanghai Flavor in Frankfurt

9 Comments / December 13, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Dim Sum, Dumplings, Frankfurt, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Soup, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

Located close to the bustling Frankfurt MyZeil is the “new-old” name causing delicious, German-winter-long queues. Shanghai Nudelbar 上海屋 might be the new sign above the door, but inside you may recognize the nostalgic flavors. Yes – it’s run by the very same owner and chef from Feinschmecker 好味道. For my Shanghai-born-and-raised friend, one slurp of soup here

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

49 Comments / July 2, 2025 / Beef, Chengdu, Chicken, Chinese Food, Dumplings, Fish, Hotpot, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Tofu, Vegetables

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

4 Comments / 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

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

5 Comments / 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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Tibet Dawa Momo: A Taste of Tibetan Warmth and Flavor in Frankfurt

2 Comments / February 1, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Dumplings, Frankfurt, Lamb, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Tibetan Food, Tofu, Vegetables

Nestled in a quiet corner of Berger Street, this newly opened Tibetan restaurant is a real hidden gem. It’s run by a warm and welcoming Tibetan couple who have called Germany home for over a decade. They often chat to each other in their native Tibetan language, which somehow adds an intimate and heartwarming touch

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Comfort, Flavor, and Indulgence: Authentic Afghan Dining at Die Waffel

1 Comment / January 11, 2025 / Afghan Food, Beef, Dessert, Dumplings, Frankfurt, Lamb, Mild and Soothing, Rice Bowl/Dish, Stewed/Braised, Vegetables

After some searching for an Afghan restaurant in Frankfurt, we’ve finally found a favorite that we can’t wait to share with you. Located in the cozy neighborhood of Bockenheimer Warte, this hidden spot is run by locals who bring the authentic flavors of Afghanistan straight to the heart of the city. The restaurant brims with

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Sorihashiya: Frankfurt’s Ramen Revolution

Leave a Comment / December 21, 2024 / Dumplings, Frankfurt, Japanese Food, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Vegetables

Today, we’re absolutely thrilled to introduce you to Sorihashiya, a relatively new ramen place that has quickly captured the hearts (and stomachs) of Frankfurt’s Japanese food lovers. Located in a cozy, compact space, the restaurant Sorihashiya is often bustling, so it’s important to reserve in advance. With two-person, four-person, and even larger communal tables that

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Diving into Shanghai’s Signature Dishes at a Frankfurt Hideaway

1 Comment / May 18, 2024 / Chicken, Chinese Food, Dim Sum, Dumplings, Frankfurt, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

Welcome back, fellow foodies! Today we’ll invite you to step in to a humble little Shanghainese eatery, located at the Hauptwache subway station. This charming spot offers a very diverse menu. Starting from delicious little snack like the iconic Xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) to hearty main meals like Shanghai-style noodles, there’s something for almost every palate

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