It’s no wonder that the best places to indulge in tea culture can be found in Asia. Whatever part in Asia you find yourself in, you can be sure to find a local tea variety. This guide covers the best must-visit locations for tea in Asia. Tteuran Teahouse in Seoul, South Korea by Linda from […] Read more…
Kuala Lumpur is a top travel destination in Asia. It has everything travelers want and more: a rich history, great shopping, beautiful architecture. But wait. What about the food? In fact, food is a vital part of Malaysia’s history and in order to fully understand local Malay culture, you need to try the food! Food […] Read more…
Café culture has never been stronger. Who doesn’t love grabbing a cup of good old coffee while exploring a new destination? I love it even more so when I get to try local coffee blends or tea variations. If you are traveling Asia this year, be sure to cross off at least one of these […] Read more…
For me, exploring a new country and culture starts with food! If you’ve followed my travels for a while, you know how much I love to try local meals wherever I travel. I’ve done a wonderful cooking class in Laos, been to the oldest Peking duck restaurant in Beijing and joined a lovely food tour […] Read more…
I love to combine travel with great food and if you have followed my stories for a while you know how much I appreciate great local food. Whether it’s a food tour in Athens, authentic Peking duck in Beijing or a cooking class is Laos, I love to try as much local cuisine as I can […] Read more…
Seoul is a bustling metropolis with countless food options. It seems like there are just too many choices on authentic, yet modern Korean cuisine. Especially for foreigners living in South Korea, it can be difficult to find restaurants that are popular among local Koreans for their homemade ingredients. When Daniel Gray of Delectable Travels invited me […] Read more…
Munich is an exciting city to visit in Germany. It is modern but still traditional and features a great selection of restaurants and cafes combining these two aspects perfectly. If you are looking for fresh, healthy and delicious eats, here’s my list of the best places to eat in Munich. From German food, over Chinese […] Read more…
Food tours have become highly popular in recent years among many travelers and it’s not hard to see why. What better way is there to discover a new culture than through their cuisine? In Greece, I had the chance to take part in a 3-hour food tour in Athens with Athens Walking Tours and I […] Read more…
What I love about Seoul is that the city never stops changing and you can always find new things to see, do and eat! If you’re looking for some quirky places to grab a sweet treat, Seoul is definitely the place to do so! I’ve been to a couple of fun Seoul desserts you surely don’t […] Read more…
Jeonju is one of my favorite places in South Korea. It’s a wonderful city with a huge traditional hanok village where you can experience Korean traditions to the fullest. The town doesn’t only attract thousands of visitors due to the beautiful architecture or historical value but a big portion of the tourists, both local and […] Read more…
Winter in Korea can be rough. Especially recently, the temperatures have been constantly below 0 here. This is the perfect time of the year to get familiar with the endless soup and stew variety that Korea has to offer. Here are the best Korean stews and soups to survive a long and bitter cold winter. […] Read more…
Welcome to the second post of the “Foodie Friday” series! What better food to mention first than delicious Korean BBQ? The following BBQ restaurant I am introducing offers beef, pork and a small variety of seafood BBQ and it has been by far my favorite BBQ place here in Korea! Where? The restaurant is called […] Read more…
My recent visit to Busan has, once again, shown how big of a foodie I am. Luckily traveling with Jeongsu, he was able to find the local specialty restaurants and places where to try the most authentic food. We even stumbled upon a great snack opportunity by pure chance. The variety of food you can […] Read more…
I must admit: I am addicted to tea, especially green tea. I love the taste and all the benefits it has to offer: bioactive compounds that improve health, improved brain function, increased fat burning and physical performance, and all the antioxidants that lower the risk of various types of cancer. China is the home of green tea and […] Read more…
Chuseok, Korea’s most important holiday, is right around the corner and people are getting ready to celebrate with their families and honoring their ancestors. For me, it’s especially interesting since it’s my first Chuseok in South Korea and I will be able to celebrate it with Jeongsu and his family! To get into the right […] Read more…
Korean cuisine is famous all over the world and seems to be quite “in” at the moment as you can see it being featured in many “Asian fusion” restaurants in major cities around the globe. However, it’s still not quite that common and easy to find in the West, especially where there isn’t a large […] Read more…
Have you ever had a “Matcha Latte”? They are super delicious green drinks but what exactly is “matcha”? The answer might astonish you! I’ve started drinking matcha on a daily basis and noticed some positive changes to my body. There are endless advantages of matcha over other beverages such as coffee or regular tea! What […] Read more…
If you live in Korea, Caffe Bene is an essential part of your life. I’ve been hooked ever since I visited Korea for the first time and enjoy a yummy beverage at one of their cafes on a weekly basis.This Korean coffehouse brand is popular among young people all over Asia and has well over 760 outlets […] Read more…
Travel and food go together like peanut butter and jelly. Especially in China, foodies like me and Jeongsu feel like in heaven! During our short trip to Beijing about 2 weeks ago, we went all out and tried the local street food cuisine! Check out the best places to enjoy local Chinese street food and weird […] Read more…
I spent the last 10 days traveling around South Korea with my Korean boyfriend Jeongsu (Jay). Finally, we got to see each other again. We stayed the first 3 days of our Korea adventure in the capital, Seoul. After that, we went to my boyfriend’s parents’ house in a small town called Miwon near Cheongju. Last, […] Read more…