Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Thai Food
The vibrancy and variety of Thai cuisine can be tasted via a number of Thai dishes, and felt in the intensity and complexity of the flavors.
Top Eats in Cities Across the Globe
Popular food choices in cities across the planet, from street food to food in cafes and restaurants!
Why we love Canada’s popular Alberta Beef Steak
Home to iconic landmarks like the beloved Banff National Park, Canada’s northern province of Alberta is home of the most popular Alberta beef.
History of Belgium Waffles (Belgian waffles)
Popular all over the world, Belgian waffles can either be eaten on a plate or on a stick. Read about this authentic Belgian dessert from Mayuri of ToSomePlaceNew
The history of Indian Mutton Biryani
Biryani, a dish that finds its way to Indian dinner tables often has an uncertain history. Find out more about this rich Indian one-pot dish.
Unearthing Spanakopita, the Greek Spinach Pie
Spanakopita is a crumbly, rich filo pastry made of spinach, onions, cheese, and herbs, that is incredibly popular in Greece. The exact origins of spanakopita are not known, but the Spanakopita can be compared to the Turkish pastry ispanakli or Turkish spinach borek. But here’s more about it.
What to Eat in Switzerland
Switzerland is more than alpine scenery and towering mountains. Want to know what to eat in Switzerland on a visit? Here are some top choices.
An Iconic Indian Dish, The Dosa
A dosa is a traditional South Indian dish eaten with sambar and chutney. Find out more about the origins of the iconic dish here.
History of The Mexican Tacos Al Pastor
Did you know that the Lebanese shawarma is said the be the predecessor of the Mexican tacos al pastor? Find out more about the history of the tacos al pastor
History of an Iconic Dish, the Idli of Southern India
Idli is a savory South Indian rice-cake from Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh & Karnataka that’s made by steaming fermented batter of rice & urad lentils and served with sambar and chutneys like tomato, coconut, etc, and milagai podi (spice powder).
What to Eat in Rome
What traditional foods do Romans eat? And what should you eat in Rome on your next trip? What on Italy’s must-try food list? Here are the top 10 foods in Rome to eat!
What food should we eat in Bangkok?
If you’re visiting Bangkok in Thailand, here are some of the top foods and dishes to eat.
History and Cultural Significance of Filipino Roasted Pig
The Filipino lechon is pig meat that’s traditionally roasted on an open fire and served at family gatherings and events. Why is it an important part of Filipino?
Alfajores, Argentina’s Irresistible Sweet Snack
Although Alfajores originated in Spain, this snack made of fluffy corn cookies stuffed with a layer of dulce de leche is popular in Argentina.
Discovering Pad Thai, the national dish of Thailand
Although one expects a national dish to have roots far back in time, the Pad Thai was invented in the 1930s on request of the Prime Minister. Find out more from Wendy, The Nomadic Vegan.
What to Eat in Delhi, the food capital of India
Delhi is the food capital of India, with delicacies such as chole bathure, gol gappe, tikki chaat, parantha, butter chicken, jalebi and rabri to tantalise your tastebuds.
Mr Whippy Ice Cream Memories
As kids, both hubs and I immigrated to Canada at the age of around 8 years old (not together lol). At that age, of course, you have all kinds of memories of home and for both of us it turned out we were obsessed with English ice creams called 99’s. In those days, there was … Read more Mr Whippy Ice Cream Memories
Famous Must Try Latin American Food List
Latin American food is as sensual and mind-blowing as Latin American music. Here are the top South and Central American foods to eat.
Where to eat in Florence, Italy
Where are the best places to eat in Florence? With gourmet sandwich shops, cafes, and street food, here’s the insider guide to the best city for foodies in Italy.
Where to eat in Istanbul, Turkey
Resting seductively between two continents, Asia and Europe, Istanbul has traditionally been a melting pot of cultures, religions and ethnicities like no other. No wonder why food in Istanbul is equally diverse and, thus, fascinating.
23 Popular American Dishes to Eat
What is the most popular food in America? Which food is America’s favorite? Your favorite travel bloggers have listed their top American food dishes to eat, from local American dishes to imported international fare.
Where to eat in Chania on Crete, Greece
Modern Mediterranean dishes can trace back their origins all the way to the simple array of ingredients originally belonging to the Cretan diet. Abundant greens, rigorously seasonal cheeses, not a lot of meat, and the secret key to bind all those together with harmony and taste, local extra virgin olive oil. Mountain herbs, a bunch … Read more Where to eat in Chania on Crete, Greece
Popular Food to Eat in African Countries
Africa evokes images of safaris and tents, of bush dinners and camping, of sunny desserts and grassy oases. Every country on the African continent has a telling history and rich diversity. But there’s more! The food in Africa is as diverse as her people, ranging from the spicy and flavorful to refreshing and unique. Want … Read more Popular Food to Eat in African Countries
Where to eat in Bristol, UK
Bristol has long been known for its diverse, exciting and independent food scene. The last few years has seen this trend continue to accelerate and make this city an even more tempting prospect for those of us seeking quality places to eat. Here are just a few of the reasons why any food lover should … Read more Where to eat in Bristol, UK
What to Eat in Tbilisi, Georgia
Georgia (the country, not the state) boasts some of the most underrated travel destinations in the world. A big part of that is food. After travelling for a month in Turkey, we were weighing up whether to head to Europe during the peak of summer (expensive!) or to wait another month before it cools down … Read more What to Eat in Tbilisi, Georgia
Best Street Food in Asia to Eat
Living in Asia has its perks; warm weather, friendly locals, and most of all the best street food in Asia, or maybe even the best street food in the world. So if you’re traveling across Asia and wondering what best Asian street food you must try; here’s the list of the top Asian food to … Read more Best Street Food in Asia to Eat
Follow Your Tastebuds Through Taipei
Taipei has more than earned its reputation as one of the best food cities in the world. However, deciding what to eat in Taipei can be a process of elimination that’s too difficult for many travelers, especially if it’s your first time in the city, if you only have a few days or if you … Read more Follow Your Tastebuds Through Taipei
30+ Weird Foods of the World to Taste
We were having a chat about the unusual food people eat in different cultures, and Laura said, “You know some people eat every part of the fish”. I said “Yeah, we do too! The fins, the eyes, everything.” And that started a long conversation abut how my culture eats goat trotters and tripe, ox tails, … Read more 30+ Weird Foods of the World to Taste
50+ Popular Drinks you must try in cities Worldwide
Ever had this happen? Travelled on holiday to a new city and after a fun day sightseeing, dropped into that famous café or bar and got stumped looking at the bar drinks list. Yep, that’s happened to me. What should I drink? What drink is famous in this city? What’s on the list of top … Read more 50+ Popular Drinks you must try in cities Worldwide
Global Mardi Gras Celebrations and Food
What is Mardi Gras? Or what is Fat Tuesday? The Roman pagan festivals of times long past were integrated into Christian traditions by the Roman Catholic Church and are now part of the festival that is called Mardi Gras. When is Mardi Gras? Or When is Fat Tuesday? Well, depending on the culture celebrating it, … Read more Global Mardi Gras Celebrations and Food
50+ Best Street Food in Europe you must eat
Food makes the world go round. Doesn’t it? Okay, maybe my world and that of my fellow foodie friends. We’ve found that some of the best street foods in the world are European dishes. If you’re planning a trip to Europe, here are some amazing European street foods and local foods that you must try. … Read more 50+ Best Street Food in Europe you must eat
Kanelbullar : Sweden’s Little Secret
AUTUMN | CINNAMON SEASON Growing up in the USA, autumn always brought a chill in the air, American football games, changing colors of trees and the lovely smell of cinnamon. Autumn is cinnamon season in the USA. Here in Sweden, however, cinnamon is a year round spice and cinnamon buns or kanelbullar, are an everyday event. … Read more Kanelbullar : Sweden’s Little Secret
Best Indian Street Food You must Taste
Street Food and Local Restaurants in India that you must visit to try or eat at least once Indian food is most delicious food in the world! Okay, maybe not the sole winner among food around the world, but Indian dishes are definitely some of the most loved snacks and dinners in the world. Street … Read more Best Indian Street Food You must Taste
What’s for dessert in different countries and cultures?
What’s for dessert? I love dessert! Don’t you? So I’ve asked a few friends of mine to list the best desserts in their cultures. So here we have it – yummy desserts, Italian desserts, simple desserts, quick easy desserts, chocolate desserts, tasty desserts, light desserts, french desserts, fun desserts, summer desserts. Everything from great desserts to amazing desserts in different countries … Read more What’s for dessert in different countries and cultures?
What’s for dinner in different countries and cultures?
What’s for dinner? A question as important as asking about breakfast. What’s for dinner tonight? Is there any dinner? What’s easy to cook for dinner tonight? What can we make for dinner? Supper? Wat eten we vanavond? Vad blir det till middag? You cooking up a feast there? Beth sydd i swper? Kin Khao? Kas Vakarienei? We couldn’t … Read more What’s for dinner in different countries and cultures?
What’s for breakfast in different countries and cultures?
What’s for breakfast in different cultures and countries across the world? What’s for breakfast mom? What’s for breakfast darling? What’s for breakfast nan? What’s for breakfast at the cafe? What’s for breakfast honey? I’m hungry. What’s for breakfast? Is there any breakfast? Ever wondered what to have for breakfast? Some of these may be healthy breakfast … Read more What’s for breakfast in different countries and cultures?
Celebrating Ramzan or Ramadan at Mohammed Ali Road in Bombay
Ramadan or Ramzan is a Muslim celebration of when the Quran was revealed to the prophet Muhammad. Fasting is necessary for Muslims who aren’t sick, elderly, menstruating, breastfeeding, pregnant or travelling. It’s one of the famous Five Pillars of Islam. My Muslim friends fast from dawn till dusk, and don’t have sex, eat, drink, or smoke. … Read more Celebrating Ramzan or Ramadan at Mohammed Ali Road in Bombay
Best local Ice Creams in the World
Bells ringing, childhood memories. The ice cream cart comes to our neighborhood, but here in Bombay it’s kulfi. Sometimes it’s the kulfi man with the basket on his head announcing his arrival. ‘Kulfi-eaah’. As kids we used to run happily for ice cream or kulfi. That instant brain freeze when you bite, the cool feeling … Read more Best local Ice Creams in the World
Traditional East Indian Christmas Sweets
Two East Indian aunties meet on the street. “Hello Lucy, how are you re?” “I’m good men, how are you and the babas?” “We’re all good men. Where you went?” “To the bakery on the corner to bring pav men. That pav is better than Bertrand’s pav men. So nice and soft-soft. My dokra Aggie … Read more Traditional East Indian Christmas Sweets
Elco Pani Puri Restaurant in Mumbai, India
Since we’ve been young, a trip to Bandra for shopping meant we got to eat some tantalizing snack at Elco Pani Puri Centre and Restaurant on Hill Road in Bandra. Hill Road has always been a street shoppers paradise. I remember coming here since I was 4 or 5, with mum and my siblings. And … Read more Elco Pani Puri Restaurant in Mumbai, India
Dinner at K + K am Waagplatz in Salzburg, Austria
It was pretty late by the time we got into Salzburg on the Eurail and checked into our hotel, Der Salzburger Hof. It was hardly a 10-minute walk from the Salzburg train station aka Salzburg Hauptbahnhof; and thankfully we were in the main part of the hotel and not the annex. So smile 🙂 Anyway, … Read more Dinner at K + K am Waagplatz in Salzburg, Austria
Goose : A golden egg in Rome
‘When in Rome, do the Romans’, a friend of mine once told me. Well, we were talking about a totally different ‘when in Rome’ topic at the time. But on my recent trip to Rome, I did make time to do as Romans do with respect to food. Rome has turned into a very busy … Read more Goose : A golden egg in Rome
The East Indians of Mumbai and their Food Culture
This post researches the indigenous East Indian community of Mumbai, India and their rich food culture.
Majorcan Paella Mixtas: A lazy Sunday lunch with a traditional feast
A lunch invitation We’re renting James and Antonia’s place in Inca in Mallorca aka Majorca for a few weeks this summer. It’s lovely, the rustic and the modern merging into a beautiful new character. I love the feel of being so far away from the town of Inca, even though it’s just on the other side of the … Read more Majorcan Paella Mixtas: A lazy Sunday lunch with a traditional feast
One Wine Day in SA!
It was some time ago that I visited the beautiful country of South Africa with my folks… and what an amazing experience it was! We saw plenteous stunning places, but the one that stood out the most for its scenic beauty and landscape was the Winelands. It being the first leg of our journey, we … Read more One Wine Day in SA!
Brettlejause with Stefanie and Rupert at Buschenschank Schaar
One of the stops on our autumn Austrian trip was Graz. We spent two nights there which was quite enough to see the entire city. Having a limited number of days off, we were deliberating between Klagenfurt and Graz, but Graz won because of the Schloßberg or Schlossberg. It was a good climb. But that’s … Read more Brettlejause with Stefanie and Rupert at Buschenschank Schaar