Wakkoqu: A Kobe Beef Experience
Although it was a short ride from Kyoto to Kobe, we were rushing a bit to get to our destination. We had a lunch reservation at Wakkoqu ANA Hotel at … Continue reading
Takayama: Hida Beef Adventures
Over the course of researching what to do in Takayama, eating Hida beef, the region’s famed wagyu, was one of the top results. I never thought that we would be … Continue reading
Takayama’s Miyagawa Morning Market
It was damp the morning after our arrival in Takayama. It was no longer pouring heavily, but it was visible that it had not stopped raining. The summer showers were … Continue reading
Kanazawa: Enjoying Seafood at Omicho Market
Early the following morning, it was time to embark on another journey in Japan. My initial goal was to see the village of Shirakawa-go, but a day trip from Kyoto … Continue reading
Bangkok Food: Som Tam Nua
When I started researching for food to try in Bangkok, som tum was one of the most common dishes to try. This green papaya salad began my familiarity with one … Continue reading
Bangkok Food: Inter and Pe Aor
More typical Thai dishes were up on our to-do Bangkok list. Lucky us, some of these were quite close to our hotel, so we didn’t have to travel far to … Continue reading
Bangkok Food: Queen of Curry and Boonsap
The next place for us to visit was a bit far from our hotel, but hopping onto the city’s BTS system made the journey a breeze. More than that, it … Continue reading
Bangkok Food: Or Tor Kor Market
Apart from tasting Thailand’s best quality fruits, I had an ulterior motive in visiting Or Tor Kor Market. The cooked food from their food court was also well-spoken of. The … Continue reading
Bangkok’s Or Tor Kor Market
Our early departure from Manila meant that we got in Bangkok by mid-morning. We even took the train instead of the usual taxi from the airport, as we wanted to … Continue reading
Bangkok: A Return
While many people fall head over heels in love with Bangkok right away, I was one of the exceptions. Sure, I was fascinated by the grandeur of its temples and … Continue reading
Scottish Highlands Day Trip: Oban
Departing Loch Awe, we were finally on our way to Oban, the seafood capital of Scotland. Though still not a very big city, this was by far the largest town … Continue reading
Scotland: Edinburgh Eats
Apart from the magic of Edinburgh’s architecture, it was their food that charmed me. Quite frankly, I was not familiar with Scottish cuisine prior to our arrival in the UK. … Continue reading
London Day 3: Borough Market
From the royal stones at the Tower of London, it was a short cab ride to the city’s culinary gem: Borough Market. Though some critics claim that the market had … Continue reading
Cambridge: A Charming University Town
Six hours from the time we first set foot in the UK, we reached Cambridge. It was almost a 3-hour bus ride from Heathrow, and it was already the middle … Continue reading
My First Time in Europe
I spent years daydreaming about my first trip to Europe. Will it be France or Italy, I kept asking myself. The answer? Neither. When my brother left for the UK … Continue reading
Eating My Way around Singapore
Experiencing Singapore’s culture was one of my biggest motivations in going. No unnecessary touristy activities — just immersing myself in the variety of cultures that molded what Singapore is today. … Continue reading
Wandering around Singapore’s Kampong Glam
Singapore’s Kampong Glam might be tiny, but it packs a punch. This Malay neighborhood might be the smallest one I visited during the trip, yet it certainly had a charm of … Continue reading
Exploring Singapore’s Chinatown
Following my Michelin-starred gastronomic adventure, I sought out to see more of Singapore’s Chinatown. I roamed around the nearby streets, mostly rows of shophouses. It was the most populous neighborhood … Continue reading
My First Michelin Experience
I could vividly recall the time I got closest to visiting a Michelin-starred restaurant. I was planning our trip to Hong Kong and had just learned that the cheapest Michelin … Continue reading
Singapore: Walking around Little India
Tired of trying to keep myself dry, I braved the rain and took my time wandering around Little India. From Little India Arcade, I crossed Serangoon Road and walked along the … Continue reading
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