Baked camembert is great when you’re after an easy, savory snack. The warm, melted cheese can be styled in a number of ways, and the rich, creamy flavor goes well …
Who doesn’t like deviled eggs? After hiding in the shadows for some time, deviled eggs are back with a bang, and I am cheering on the sideline. The stuffed eggs …
In the hustle and bustle of daily life, breakfast is often first in line to take a hit due to time constraints. Yet, breakfast sets the tone for the rest …
Excuse My French is a charming French tapas bar with really nice food. You know, one of those places you would love to have just around the corner from where …
Around Easter, the kids in Denmark make letters with rhymes and riddles, so-called “gækkebreve”. The letter itself is a piece of white paper, artfully cut, and often resembling a snowflake …
I’m often asked which beauty salons I would recommend in New York, so I thought I’d write a post once and for all, gathering the salons I usually visit when …
For quite a while, I thought mochi donuts were just an overrated fad and I wondered what was the purpose of mixing two concepts that were completely fine on their …
Baked camembert is great when you’re after an easy, savory snack. The warm, melted cheese can be styled in a number of ways, and the rich, creamy flavor goes well …
Fresh! is a cute little spa in Ubud. The spa specializes in natural treatments and skin solutions, attracting a loyal crowd of those interested in holistic wellness and natural beauty …
Rung Rueang has been my favorite noodle shop ever since my first visit more than 10 years ago. It was my friend Annie, who told me about Rung Rueang, when …
When it comes to food, Nepal is particularly known for momos, which are steamed or fried (kothe/kothey) dumplings, typically filled with minced meat. It is a cheap and delicious snack, …
On a previous trips to Singapore, I arrived just in time for the Chinese Mid-Autumn festival. The Mid-Autumn festival is also called the Moon Festival, and among the Chinese community, friends, …
Most hotels and guest houses in Ubud include breakfast, but it’s often local breakfast consisting of noodles or rice. I’ve really come to like the different kinds of local breakfast, …
When I was visiting Ella in Korea, she took me to a traditional Korean seafood restaurant right across from Gijang Haenyeo Village. Haenyeo refers to the female divers who used …
Danish vandbakkelser are a kind of cream puffs similar to éclairs or profiteroles. While growing up, I always thought of vandbakkelser as something truly Danish. It wasn’t until I grew …
In most Asian supermarkets you can find decent frozen dumplings, and with the right condiments, you are only a few minutes away from a delicious, restaurant-grade lunch or dinner. Dumplings …
When I was in San Francisco with Tina and Rebecca, we had already mapped out a plan for our dining adventures long before the trip because when you’re traveling with …
The last time I was visiting AC in Norway, she suggested that we go out to fish for mackerel. It sounded exciting, and the weather was nice, so after breakfast, …
Galbi-jjim is a delightful Korean dish with succulent and tender braised short ribs. The meat is marinated in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, sugar, and spices, and then slow-cooked …
The potato dumplings (aloo ket tha late kyaw) are a popular snack in Myanmar. Traditionally, they were enjoyed in the afternoon, often paired with milk tea, and housewives would enjoy …
This pasta dish is top of mind, when I’m craving something quick and tasty, but with nothing in the fridge. It’s incredibly simple, and once the pasta is cooked, the …
In Denmark, pickled beets are a beloved and traditional accompaniment to many meals. They are often enjoyed with classic dishes like Danish pork belly roast, cold cuts, and liver pâté …
Mango salad with fried fish (Nhoam Svay Trey Ang) is a traditional salad from Cambodia. At Meas Family Homestay, this salad is often on the menu for lunch, or as …
Burmese Tea Cakes (Bamar Kate Mote) are a traditional snack from Myanmar. The small cakes are often enjoyed with tea and served, when people gather to chat and enjoy each …
Cracking open a coconut can be a bit challenging, but with the right technique, it’s quite manageable, and once open, you’re rewarded with refreshing coconut water and delicate white coconut …
Banana leaves are a versatile and traditional cooking tool in many cuisines, particularly in Asia, Latin America, and Africa. They are used for wrapping, cooking, and serving food, offering a …
Burmese vegetable samosas are a type of savory pastry from Myanmar, filled with a mixture of vegetables and spices. They are smaller than the more widely known Indian samosas, have …
I’ve previously told you how my friend Ana would make me Brazilian tapioca crepes for breakfast, when we were roommates in New York City, but another treat she would sometimes make on …
When Ana and I were roommates in the Lower East Side, she would spoil me with all sorts of delicious Brazilian treats, and on weekends, she would make tapioca, which …
Cambodian pickled lime is a traditional ingredient used in various Cambodian dishes. It’s made by pickling or fermenting limes in salt over an extended period. This process transforms the limes …
Forget about pho, in Hoi An, Cao Lau rules. And what is Cao Lau? It is like a noodle soup without soup. Huh? Think thick white noodles, fresh herbs and …