BCD Tofu House is a small chain of restaurants specializing in Korean Soon Tofu, soft tofu, which is served in a scrumptious, smoking hot soup, soondubu jjigae, seasoned with chili and kimchi. …
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 …
BCD Tofu House is a small chain of restaurants specializing in Korean Soon Tofu, soft tofu, which is served in a scrumptious, smoking hot soup, soondubu jjigae, seasoned with chili and kimchi. …
This morning, Poul and I jumped on the busy Yamanote line to Shibuya. Our plan was to visit the cat cafe Hapi Neko, but it was easier said than done, …
Purikura are the super-cute photo booths you’ll find in most gaming arcades throughout Tokyo. They come with advanced, beauty-enhancing functions, which will twist your facial features to fit the Japanese …
Being a solo traveler in Tokyo is easy. It’s a very safe city and there are lots of things you can do on your own. Through the week, I had …
Tokyo is a great place for second-hand bargains, and Shinagawa Intercity Flea Market is one of my favorites. In addition to clothes you’ll also find all sorts of home décor, …
Jumble Store is a Japanese second-hand chain with several branches spread throughout the city. Last season’s dresses and shirts from international designers occupies the shelves alongside one-of-a-kind items from smaller …
On the 52nd floor in the elegant Park Hyatt hotel, high above Tokyo’s bustling streets, is New York Bar. This is the place to sip Bellinis and listen to live …
I don’t know how long Motown has been around, but it seems like forever! Located one stair up in an anonymous-looking building on the busy street Gaien-higashi-dōri, Motown 1 is …
It would be a shame to visit Tokyo without visiting a karaoke bar, and Karaoke Kan is an obvious choice, if you are in Roppongi as the Roopongi branch is …
Craft beer bars can sometimes feel a bit like man-caves, but this is not the case for Goodbeer Faucets. The sleek interior combined with the location in the middle of …
Ginza Lion is a chain of beer halls run by Sapporo Brewery, and one of the most popular branches is located in the heart of Ginza. Dating back to 1934, …
T.Y. Harbor is a brewery and restaurant located right at the waterfront. The extensive international menu is full of tempting bites, and the restaurant is especially known for tasty, American-style …
Numazuko is a kaiten (conveyor belt) sushi chain known for their particularly fresh and tasty seafood, and compared to the other kaiten sushi places I’ve been to, there’s no doubt that Numazuko …
Mysterious is one of the strangest restaurants I have ever visited. The interior looks like a space station, and you are politely requested to leave your shoes and coat in …
Traditional Japanese sweets, wagashi, might be an acquired taste, and it might not be love at first sight or bite, but when you first get hooked, it’s for life. Minamoto Kitchoan …
Midori Sushi is one of my favorites for good, affordable sushi in Tokyo. The chain has several outlets throughout the city, but the most popular branches are the one in …
When I’m in Bangkok, I usually get a massage every day and through the years, I think I’ve had more than 100 massages in the city. I might have overdone …
Hoy Tod Chao Lay is a street kitchen/restaurant close to Thong Lo BTS Station. I went there to check out their pad thai, which is wrapped in a crispy shell …
BTS SKYTRAIN One of the most efficient ways of getting around in Bangkok is the BTS Skytrain. A Skytrain trip is slightly more expensive than other means of transportation in …
Wonder where Bangkok’s artsy hipster crowd is hiding? Well look no further. WTF is the place to go for delicious drinks, tasty bar food and art exhibitions. Yes, you heard …
Wine Connection started out as a wine shop/wine importer, but now business includes several branches of wine bars across the city. The one at Rainhill was the first bar to …
Located right in the middle of the epicenter of Bangkok’s nightlife, Sukhumvit Soi 11, Oskar is the perfect place to start a night out. This laid-back, yet classy bistro/bar has …
Sky Bar at Lebua State Tower may have Bangkok’s best views, but when it comes to atmosphere and classy interior, I prefer sipping my Mai Tais at Long Table in …