Whenever I visit a new country, I like to experience the freshest local ingredients and participate in the most authentic cooking lessons. Haru Cooking Class in Kyoto completely fulfilled my curiosity and expectations for traditional Japanese cuisine.
How delicious is the incredibly popular HARBS fruit mille-feuille?
In the famous Japanese detective mystery series "Aibou," the tea enthusiast Ukyo Sugishita frequently visits Demmers Teehaus to satisfy his love for tea. As a fan myself, I see Demmers Teehaus as a must-visit spot.
The iconic Sidewalk Snack Booth（大排檔）, with its foldable stalls that open up like large metal boxes, is one of Hong Kong's most unique culinary landscapes. Unable to withstand the passage of time, these stalls have been dismantled, relocated, and transformed. Lan Fong Yuen, which started its business in 1952, is now one of the fewer than thirty remaining sidewalk snack booths in Hong Kong.
A few years ago, while on vacation in Hua Hin, I had my first encounter with Kung Chae Nampla at a seafood restaurant. Kung Chae Nampla is a Thai salad made from fresh raw shrimp marinated in Thai fish sauce and served with chunks of gourd, cloves of garlic, chilies, and spicy sauce. After trying it once, I couldn't forget the taste, and for the next few days, I had it with rice every evening. This time, while visiting Thailand again, especially on the island near the coast, I naturally resumed my daily ritual of enjoying this delightful dish.
Descending the stairs and tracing my fingers along the uneven stone walls, I feel a sense of history comes from the cellar.
The skill of the Portuguese in handling seafood is no laughing matter!
While traveling in southern Spain, braised oxtail (Rabo de Toro) quickly became my favorite dish. It was a culinary delight so heavenly that I could indulge in it repeatedly without ever growing tired! With one bite, the rich flavor spreads from the gelatinous texture of the oxtail, providing an unforgettable and smooth sensation.
Churros with a thick, rich chocolate sauce, known as "Churros con Chocolate," are a beloved breakfast in Spain. Every morning, locals gather outdoors to enjoy their churros, turning breakfast into a social gathering with neighbors.
During my trip to Hong Kong, one of the main reasons I chose to stay at Mandarin Oriental was the chance to enjoy their English afternoon tea at a relaxed pace. When I saw the complete set of tea utensils, the three-tiered dessert platter, and the beautifully embroidered tablecloth, it felt like a special ceremony.