Chiang Mai is essentially Thailand’s second city – the smaller, more relaxed answer to the madness of Bangkok and the chill space sans the Phuket beaches. It was once the capital of the Lanna Kingdom, but now is a major draw for backpackers and travelers of all kinds, not to mention older ex-pats, humanitarians and digital warriors.
I’m a big fan of street food, but it was when I compiled this list that I discovered my genuine liking for Korean street food. I was pleasantly surprised that my palate for Korean street food surpassed my expectations. Longtime favorites like mandoo and kimchi pancakes have been regulars in my life for as long as I can remember.
The Ultimate Street Food Nestled in the back alleys in the Da’an district of Taiwanese beef noodle soup (Niu Rou mian) is one of Taiwan’s most beloved comfort food. Now it’s one of my favorites too. This post is sponsored …
Discovering Gachang Jjinppang Street Steamed Buns Gachang, a suburb of Daegu, garners fame for its Gachang Jjinppang – typically filled steamed buns with sweet red bean paste or other delicious fillings.The popularity of these buns has led to the creation …
It’s fall, and you may think this is the wrong time to think about picnics—but you would be wrong (again). Despite France’s reputation for fine restaurants and grand cafes, one of my most memorable meals was a picnic lunch. My …
I love Istanbul, Turkey. Apart from its architectural beauty, it’s also the only city in the world that straddles two continents– Europe and Asia. The Asian side does have its share of attractions– especially the food stalls and cafes in …
Thailand is a Southeast Asian country that is physically and culturally diverse. The country has everything from uninhabited islands to beautiful beaches and the jungles of Phuket in the south. Bangkok is lively and full of notable restaurants and things …
I loved almost everything I ate while traveling, especially the street foods and most definitely the street food in Thailand and Cambodia– where we almost always pulled up a plastic chair to a plastic table just a few feet from the curb.
I’m surprised I liked Bangkok as much as I did. We did not get a massage every day like we planned. And we ate at a couple more restaurants than we usually do in Thailand. The vibe is the ‘same same’ but different. I usually don’t enjoy the hustle and bustle of the big city. But Bangkok is different. First of all it’s in Thailand, one of my favorite Asian countries.
You also notice it’s sitting out on a long table, exposed and unprotected. You wonder exactly how long it’s been there, how many flies have landed on it and whether it will bring you more pain than pleasure. Don’t leave your common sense at home. If it doesn’t look, taste or smell right, don’t eat it. Just so you know, we never got sick and we ate everything, so go for it…
Don’t take anybody’s word for it. Patong Beach is a lot of good-natured fun. I booked my plane tickets three months before my hotel. And I changed the reservation after reading more about the location of the various beaches and …
Good food is always a part of traveling. Food unlocks unfamiliar frontiers. I’m convinced that food just tastes better when I travel– whether it is across the pond or across town. We take our tastes buds along with our cameras and our guidebooks when we travel the good food highway.