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A collection of posts featuring Sweet(-ish) dishes.

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

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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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Noppakao in Munich: Exploring Its Hidden Menu and Authentic Thai Flavors

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Noppakao is located a little bit away from Munich center. The name “Noppakao” reminds me of Thai words: “Na”, meaning rice field and “Pao/Khao”, meaning rice — together, it gives the image of simple, honest food rooted in everyday Thai life – a nod to the honest cooking you’ll find here. On warmer days, their

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Sichuan Küche Nudelbar (川味王小面馆): Authentic Sichuan Noodle Shop in the Heart of Munich

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Located close to Munich Central Station, there’s a place where the air hums with fragrant chili oil and fluent Mandarin—and not just from the Chinese diners. That’s Sichuan Küche Nudelbar (川味王小面馆), a pocket of uncompromising authenticity. The first clue we found this place special is the sight of Europeans confidently ordering in Chinese, showing just how

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

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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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Rangoon Sushi & Burmese Cuisine: Frankfurt’s First-Ever Burmese Gem

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Rangoon is so genuinely wonderful that discovering it makes us want to shout it from the rooftops! Hidden on a quiet street in a residential area, this new Burmese restaurant is achingly authentic. Every dish is crafted with a rustic, heartfelt care. The prices are a breath of fresh air too, especially in Frankfurt’s inflation

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FAN Restaurant (范儿) – Nuanced Flavors, Stylish Take: A New Benchmark for Chinese Food in Munich

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Anticipation buzzes when a notoriously hard-to-please friend leans in and says, “You have to try this place. It’s one of the best.” That was us, hearts pounding and stomachs ready, heading into Fan Restaurant (范儿) in Munich. This spot isn’t the realm of uniform, heavy sauces and one-note Sichuan fire you so often encounter in Chinese restaurants across Germany.

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Toh Thong: Frankfurt’s Go-To for Modern Thai Cuisine

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Today we’ll bring you a taste of Thailand. It’s not exactly a new or secret spot, but rather a familiar gem you may already know – the chic Toh Thong. Located right beside Soi 22, Toh Thong has long earned the love of the city and you can tell by the buzz of happy diners

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Mala Bowl: Frankfurt’s New Malatang Obsession

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When some of my friends first got to Frankfurt, beyond the skyscrapers and the Römer, their settling-in agenda often included a common, delicious priority: the urgent hunt for an authentic spot of malatang. For anyone not familiar with malatang, imagine the communal, customizable Chinese hot pot, but without the pressure of timing your own cooking

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Shangri-La Day 1 – Arrival & Ancient Town: Exploring Dukezong, Where Prayers Become Gold

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We arrived in the morning. The moment we stepped off the plane in Shangri-La—at 3,300 meters above sea level—the air felt thinner and crisper. The number is one thing; the slight dizziness in our heads is another. So, our first order of business was to settle in, take it easy. We checked into our hotel,

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Kyo: Unlocking Its Secret Menu and Flavor Bombs Straight from Vietnam’s Backstreets

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Today’s recommendation is the kind that told by a friend with a knowing glint in her eyes, followed by, “This is the real deal. You just have to trust me.” And that’s how we found Kyo, an unassuming spot that has nothing to do with sleek, modern Vietnamese fusion. Instead, it has more of a

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