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

1 Comment / December 20, 2025 / Beef, Chinese Food, Mild and Soothing, Munich, Noodles, Pork, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

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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Shangri-La Day 6: Chasing Gods & Giants of Meili Snow Mountain and Shika Snow Mountain

Leave a Comment / December 17, 2025 / Beef, Chinese Food, Dessert, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Shangri-La, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Tibetan Food, Vegetables

Our final day in Shangri-La is marked by the grand finale, the crescendo of our week-long journey through this highland paradise – standing before one of the world’s most majestic and mysterious mountain ranges. The Unconquerable: Meili Snow Mountain 🙏 To be clear, this is not a climbing guide. The Meili Snow Mountains are, in

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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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Restaurant Arisu: Munich’s Go-To for Korean Comfort and Fiery Thrills

4 Comments / December 6, 2025 / Chicken, Deep-Fry, Korean Food, Munich, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Spicy, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

Beyond the well-trodden path to Hanssam, Arisu is another go-to when we crave Korean food in Munich. Arisu has a simple and warm décor. There’s seating outside too, perfect when Munich blesses you with good weather. The owner is wonderfully friendly, whose care can be seen in every plate that leaves the kitchen. Although Arisu

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

8 Comments / November 29, 2025 / Burmese Food, Chicken, Frankfurt, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Offal, Pork, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

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

7 Comments / November 22, 2025 / Chinese Food, Lamb, Mild and Soothing, Munich, Noodles, Pork, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

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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BENTO YA: Munich’s Cozy Japanese Izakaya That Delivers on Flavor and Value

7 Comments / November 8, 2025 / Chicken, Deep-Fry, Fish, Japanese Food, Mild and Soothing, Munich, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Seafood, Spicy, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sushi, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Located in Munich’s city center, BENTO YA is a Japanese izakaya that feels like cozy back-alley spot in Tokyo. Warm lighting, wooden décor, and soft noren (暖簾) curtains with traditional Japanese drawings set a relaxed dining vibe. The real magic here is the incredible value – the unassuming bento boxes, almost legendary for their quality

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

12 Comments / November 1, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Deep-Fry, Frankfurt, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Thai Food, Tofu, Vegetables

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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Chopan: Afghan Spice-Coloured Feast Warming Munich’s Autumn

9 Comments / October 25, 2025 / Afghan Food, Beef, Lamb, Middle Eastern Food, Mild and Soothing, Munich, Rice Bowl/Dish, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Autumn is settling over Germany, and the sky has swapped its summer linens for a thick, grey duvet, leaving the sun in hiding. In this drizzle-dampened, rain-washed season, two cravings come calling: heart-warming comfort and a burst of vibrant colour. We found both in the rich, aromatic world of an Afghan kitchen. Forgotten by the

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Mala Bowl: Frankfurt’s New Malatang Obsession

25 Comments / October 18, 2025 / Beef, Chicken, Chinese Food, Frankfurt, Hotpot, Lamb, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Offal, Seafood, Soup, Spicy, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

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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