A Food Guide to Jersey – Fresh Flavors, Tradition and Modernity
Welcome to Jersey, a place where the fresh flavors of the Atlantic blend seamlessly with island traditions and European-inspired finesse. When I first set foot in Jersey, I anticipated good seafood, maybe a hearty British meal or two—but I was stunned by the depth and richness of the island’s culinary culture. Here, food isn’t just […]
Discover the Flavors of Macao: A Guide for Foodies
Dive into Macao’s rich culinary heritage, where Portuguese and Chinese flavors come together to create a food lover’s dream. Macao is a city where the essence of East meets West, and this fusion is most evident in its culinary landscape. When I first arrived in Macao, I was drawn to its unique blend of Portuguese […]
The Perfect Guide for First-Time Foodies in Louisiana
Dive into the rich and diverse flavors of Louisiana with this ultimate guide for first-time foodies. Louisiana cuisine stands out from the rest of the United States with its unique blend of French, Spanish, African, and Native American influences. The result is a tantalizing array of flavors that range from spicy and savory to sweet […]
Chasing Tacos in Texas – Which are the best taco places?
If you have to eat only tacos for the rest of your life, Texas is the place to live. I went on a “Taco-journey”and found out why tacos are considered a cult. “You can’t pray if you haven’t heard from God yet”. That’s what my friend Steve from California said while we were tasting the […]
Understanding Nova Scotia’s love for lobster (and 5 places to eat it)
Lobster rolls, lobster poutine or a classic lobster with butter. Nova Scotia’s love for this delicious crustacean is visible everywhere you go. When Nova Scotian Pam Wamback told me that I would be able to find lobster every day while traveling around Nova Scotia, she was not joking. Nova Scotia is not only known for […]
How climate change is transforming the future of wine
With temperatures rising in the past years, climate change has been affecting the wine industry with positive and negative effects. I visited Nova Scotia and found out more about it. With evidence going back to 7000 BC, wine production is probably one of the oldest traditions in human history. Today, winemakers are fluctuating drastically due […]
Eating at Le Palais – Taiwan‘s only three-Michelin-star restaurant
Located in the heart of Taipei, Taiwan’s only three-Michelin-star restaurant is an outstanding treat for any food lover – especially when a tasting set menu can cost less than 100 Euros. Disclaimer: This article was not sponsored in any form by Le Palais restaurant in Taipei and all information provided was done based on my […]
Cricova and Mileștii Mici – Moldova’s underground cities of wine
I visited Cricova and Mileștii Mici. These are the two largest wine cellars in the world and are located in the eastern European country of Moldova In Moldova, where 25% of the population is involved in wine production and 5% of the country are covered in vineyards, the most interesting contribution to the wine industry does […]
Why Germans drink so much sparkling water
In Germany two things happen when you order water in a restaurant: First, there is a big chance it’s carbonated and second, it’s not complementary. One of my biggest surprises when I moved to Germany back in 2009 was the Germans’ love for sparkling water. It´s true that consumption of carbonated water has been rising […]
Why should you plan a food trip to Athens?
In the cradle of Western civilization eating nonstop is simply part of daily life. It´s impossible to spend time in Athens and not be completely stuffed at least once. Greeks love to eat, and visitors can feel the local hospitality as soon as they enter a Taverna. No matter where you come from or how […]