A collection of posts featuring Stewed/Braised dishes.
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 […]
Chengdu Part 5: Du Fu’s Cottage, Urban Glamour & Nine-Grid Hotpot Read More »
On our latest trip to Munich, we discovered Bánh Mì Minh, a humble yet sensational Vietnamese spot that’s earned the coveted “Guru Recommend” title for several years running. The vibe of this restaurant channels the bustling energy of Hanoi’s street food stalls and prices are refreshingly reasonable. They have a few must-order dishes that come highly praised
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),
Chengdu Part 4: Face to Face with the Giant Buddha of Leshan & Local Eats Read More »
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
Chengdu Part 1: Pandas, Food, Nightlife & Your Ultimate 5-Day Itinerary with Travel Tips Read More »
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
Century China Restaurant 好百年中餐厅: A New Hidden Spot for Authentic Cantonese Flavors Read More »
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
Dinant, Belgium Part 1: Scenic Waters, Historic Citadels, and a Saxophone Legacy Read More »
Just 30 minutes’ drive from the center of Luxembourg City, Vianden Castle, perched atop a small hill, is like a portal to a medieval world. On the day of our visit, a light drizzle painted the air with a misty softness, blurring the edges of reality and casting an almost dreamlike veil over the scenery.
Medieval Mystique and Scenic Trails in Luxembourg: Vianden Castle, Echternach and More Read More »
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
Tibet Dawa Momo: A Taste of Tibetan Warmth and Flavor in Frankfurt Read More »
When it comes to Italian restaurants, Germany is a bountiful haven, thanks to the waves of Italian immigrants who brought their culinary heritage here in earlier days. Many of these restaurants are so authentic that they’ve earned immense praise from many Italians themselves! Today, we want to introduce you to one such place— a place
Homemade Noodles, Truffle Dreams, and More at Longobardis Read More »
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
Aroydee’s Thai Specialties: Unmissable Thai Flavors in Frankfurt Read More »
