A budget overnight with refreshments in Manga Kissa, Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan
Staying in Japan might be quite expensive especially if you are visiting main cities during the weekend or during festivals. If so, prices can be even trice as they are during the workweek. But, do not worry. If you are planning your trip to big cities, you would have an option to overnight in manga kissa.
Furikake, ichimi and shichimi togarashi - TOP Kyoto Condiments
Ichimi and shichimi are essential seasonings for Japanese food. In Japan, ichimi and shichimi are sprinkled on food to suit individual tastes. These condiments are ideal for rice and noodle dishes. Apart form that, they can be used for seasoning soups, pasta and meat.
Sanja Matsuri Festival – feel the Japanese spirit and enjoy food tasting around Asakusa Shrine
Sanja Matsuri is one of the most spectacular festivals in Japan. It is one of so called ‘Three Great Shinto Festivals in Tokyo’ (including Sanno Festival and Kanda Festival). It takes place in May during the first three weekends. And that is a great moment for trying Japanese food.
Try Yakisoba during the Sanja Matsuri Festival
Fried noodles are very popular in many Asian countries. And so, it is in Japan. Japanese fried noodles are called Yakisoba – in Japanese it is 焼きそば. Usually they are prepared from Chinese-style noodles mixed with different meats, vegetables and with a dark soy sauce. These Chinese noodles are made from wheat flour and do not contain eggs.
Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka - strawberries, mochi and matcha desserts in Kyoto's Best Old Streets
When you think about Kyoto, you probably think about multiple temples, shrines, Nijo castle and the Kyoto imperial Palace. However, that is not all. Apart from the geisha district, Pontocho and Gion there is a few museums and restaurants serving a good Japanese food.
What is so special about Kobe beef? All you need to know about it
Have you ever heard about Kobe beef? Do you like steaks and a good quality meat? If so, read this post and learn more about this Japanese meat.
Visit Eathai and feel the exquisite spirit of Thai culture in luxury Central Embassy in Bangkok
Wouldn’t you like at least once feel this unique atmosphere of luxury, elegance, and beauty? And wouldn’t you like to be able to feel the real Thai spirit and eat delicious, meticulously prepared Thai food?
Tired with a Thai Mango Sticky Rice? Try this recipe for Budbud (AKA Biko AKA Suman)
Prepared mainly with three simple ingredients - glutinous rice, sugar and coconut milk, this dish is one of the most popular dishes in the Philippines. It is mainly eaten during the breakfast time or as a snack.
Taste of Japan in Sushi Yum, Manila - katsudon, tuna sushi and California maki and a bowl of a seaweed miso soup
What would you say for a good Japanese style food? Some sushi? Or maybe a serving of a delicious seaweed miso soup? Or would you prefer a meat dish like pork katsudon?
A culinary visit to Europe on the Christmas market in Baguio
Are you spending your Christmas time in Asia, and you would like to feel this unique and magical atmosphere there too? No worries, while visiting Philippines, you will definitively have multiple possibilities of experiencing it!
Have a refreshing Thai green tea and a longan soda in Photharam
What would say for a refreshing and nutritive drink that would really quench your thirst during a super-hot day in Thailand? For a hydrating and an energetic drink that is natural and simple?
Top Tunisian dishes that you can safely try
Tunisian food might be both very interesting and also very strange. Many spicy dishes that mainly include harissa paste. A lot of dishes with a very aroma obtained from oriental spices and herbs. And finally, sweetness from dates and dried fruits.
How to choose the best dates in Oman
Although the answer might be very simple – take what you like, sometimes it is not so easy. When you are in countries that have an extremely wide selection of dates, this task might become difficult. Different types, tastes, shapes and textures. Add to that different place of origins and countries.
Have an organic bread in a moonlike landscape in Tunisia
What would you say about sharing a very simple, organic bread with your friends and local people in an incredible environment? In a place that is so unusual, full of mystery and beautiful? In a remote area that only slightly resembles any place on earth?
MUST – Lunch in Oman with local people in a rural area
While many things might be skipped during your stay in Oman, one of the things that should not be excluded from your itinerary and from your plans are relaxing and slow moments spent with local people.
Best Guatemalan lunch ideas
Eat and relax in a place where local people spend their time, where you can observe your daily life, customs and all that happens during the week long. It is a great possibility of seeing them with their colleagues, friends, spouses, children and other relatives. This also gives you chance to see how the real life looks like. To see all that is beautiful but also this that is sad and pushing to a reflection.
2 Days & 1 Night Acatenango and Fuego Volcano trekking menu in Guatemala
Excited? Sure, you are. Who would not be? Climbing an active volcano and observing its fumes is something you have to experience. Apart from that, observing lava and fire from the very near distance is exceptional!
TOP 10 Guatemalan fruits for visiting Tikal and Uaxactun Mayan ruins
During sightseeing Tikal and Uaxactun you will definitively need a lot of water and refreshing snacks. The best way to prepare yourself for the whole day is to have a rich breakfast – I recommend having – Desayuno Chapin, pack a lot of water, and finally prepare your lunch box with a lot of fruits.
Enjoy an Easter brunch in Guatemala
Easter time in Guatemala is something really unique. That is an unforgettable experience that will stay in your memory for many years. Local customs, local celebrations, wonderful food and perfect weather. Add to that lovely people, a special atmosphere, some spirituality, traditionality and modernity.
The best burrito in Flores, Guatemala
Vegetable or meat wraps stuffed with great ingredients are something you cannot dislike! Among them, tortillas and burritos from Mexico and Guatemala are wonderful! Especially if you find a good place to have them. They are delicious!
Guatemala city sightseeing with 'Saúl'
Plan your Guatemala City sightseeing with Saúl. Start your day with a good cup of coffee served with a traditional Guatemalan breakfast. Then have a delightful lunch, and finally, relax in the shade with a home-brewed carbon black cappuccino.
Guatemalan shrimp ceviche with tostadas and guacamole from Panajachel, Lake Atitlan
After a long journey and a limited access to all natural and fresh products, no surprise that what we were looking for was something fresh and juicy. That is why the choice for the first lunch was relatively easy – a refreshing, juicy ceviche was obligatory.
Elote dulce vs elote asado - boiled vs grilled sweet corn
Corn in any form is obligatory in all Central American countries. And Guatemala cannot exist with it neither. Empanadas, tostadas, elotes, tamales or enchiladas; all of them base on corn and an everyday meal of all Guatemalans.
What is a Guatemalan breakfast AKA Desayuno Chapín
Start your day as a real, indigenous Guatemalan guy! Enjoy natural and valuable ingredients and get energy for the rest of the day!
Original Thai food during a jungle trek in Thailand
Nothing is better than an original Thai food cooked by local tribes. Although they are prepared in a very basic and in a very simple way, they are gorgeous! Actually, these meals are so great, because of that simpleness.
What to pack with you for a trekking in Thailand?
Rainforests, jungle, pristine areas, beautiful views, and marvelous unspoiled nature. North and south; west, and east, all these regions offer great places to trek. Discover wild terrains, beautiful plants and get knowledge about local tribes.
What to eat before a jungle trek in Thailand?
No matter how experienced you are, the breakfast you have before the trekking should be a really good one. Remember – the goal is to have a lot of energy for climbing in a relatively strenuous region and to be in a good form.
MUST try - Pad Thai
Well, I believe Pad-Thai is the most popular Thai dish. Does not matter where you live or you are, if you go to a Thai restaurant or to a Thai-style fast food bar, you will definitively find that dish. Pad-Thai is as commonly served and liked as a regular Thai fried rice is.
Stir-fried seafood with spicy Thai basil leaves
Squids, prawns, mussels, local herbs and vegetables and a lot of spiciness. As long as you like all these ingredients, this stir-fried dish is good for you.
Stir-fried seafood in a yellow curry
Are you as crazy about seafood as I am? If so, you must try Thai dishes with different types of them. Try Thai meals with squids, with mussels, octopus, prawns and with crabs. Or just pick from the menu any dish that includes a mix of them.
Thai style pork sukiyaki
Although the name might mislead you, Thai suki is very different from the original Japanese style sukiyaki. There are some slight resemblances between two of them, but if you think about a classic Japanese hot pot, that is rather not a Thai dish that you are looking for.
Thai style sweet and sour chicken with rice
Who does not know it? Sweet and sour chicken with rice is one of the most popular Asian dishes around the world. Almost every Asia bar in every country serves it. And now it is time to try it in a Thai style.
Omelet on rice with fried crispy basil leaves and minced pork meat
Meat, rice, local herbs, and egg. Add to that local spices and flavors and you will get a composition of Western and Thai aromas. Although it is relatively hot, this dish has something intriguing.
Fresh tuna spring rolls with a lovely sweet and spicy sauce
So, so good! These wonderful fresh spring rolls with an authentic semi spicy yellow seafood dipping sauce will make you crazy! I am not exaggerating. That is marvelous!
Omelet on rice with fried pork and garlic served with chilis in a fish sauce
A nice composition of different flavors with a lot of intensive garlic aroma. Fried pork, or chicken if you prefer, served with a plain, sticky rice topped with an egg and some hot chilis in a fish sauce.
Red curry paste with fried young coconut and basil leaves served with rice
Young coconut shoots – I have never tried it before! And add to that a red curry paste and chicken! That must be delicious, and yes, it is indeed!
Thai Char Kway Teow with vegetables
Stir-fried rice noodles with vegetables served in a wonderful way. This meal is another dish that you should try. Why? Because it is one of the most popular dishes in Thailand. It is a really good opportunity to eat something local and traditional and full of vegetables.
Stir fried preserved egg with crispy basil (Kai Yiew Ma Kra Prao Krob)
Have you ever heard about a century egg, or a about a thousand-year-old egg? No? Just try it! This way of serving eggs is very popular in Asia. These eggs are common in many traditional Asian dishes, and although the name might not be the most tempting one, it is worth trying.
Red rice risotto with prawns and parmesan cheese
Towns and small villages close to the seaside are the best place to have a seafood meal. Served with light dressings, herbs, spices and fresh salads with olive oil and lemon juice. Apart from that, pastas, and risottos. Finally, just grilled fishes, prawns or squids accompanied with bread or with roasted potatoes.
Keto Beef steak salad with nuts and tomatoes
This salad is a great option for anyone looking for a light meal but at the same time looking for a meal that would be rich in proteins and fats. That is also ideal for you if you are on a keto diet!
Home-made organic products in Montenegro
What could be better than natural products? Products, that are cultivated and processed with passion and love. With devotion and heart. Prepared from best ingredients, from precisely selected fruits and plants. Home-made products are amazing!
Organic Montenegrin cheese
Goat’s, sheep’s’ or cow’s milk cheese? Which is the best for you? In Montenegro you have a great opportunity to try them in their natural form. Organic, home-made, with no preservatives, no colorants, and no chemicals. While the milk derives from small, local producers, antibiotics and steroids are not commonly used. Thanks to that, you can profit from these cheeses even more.
Rich in proteins Montenegrin seafood salad
Prawns, mules, octopus, and squids! Where could they taste better than in their place of origin? Fresh, delicate and sprinkled with lemon juice. Just with salt, pepper, and some delicate herbs. Nothing that could kill the natural aroma of seafood.
Vegan green avocado and nuts salad (with recipe)
Although Montenegro is beautiful, has wonderful landscapes, a lot of old cities, fortresses, and archeological sites, it is not the best country for all vegans and vegetarians. Montenegrin cuisine is full of meat and meat products. But there is still some hope for you!
Montenegrin Ćevapi with cream and fries
We have already tried Ćevapi in Hungary, Romania, and Croatia. Now, it is time for the Montenegrin version. All these countries have different cuisine, use different spices, herbs, and meat. Also multiple regional and international influences are visible in the way of meals’ preparation. And the same is reflected in Ćevapi.
Montenegrin rustic style pork
Montenegrin cuisine is relatively conservative regarding served meals, their way of preparation and tastes. The longest list in restaurants’ menus will be this traditional one. Pork, beef, and lamb will almost always exist in the carte. Add to that different fish types and seafood, especially in touristic, coastal regions.
Half kilo pork ribs burger
Have you ever tried a burger with ribs? I have never had it before. It sounds strange, doesn’t it? At the beginning I rather could not imagine how would it be served. Would it be a big part of ribs laid on a bun? Would these ribs be separated and put inside? Or would it be served boneless? If you are curious, how was it in fact, read the post!
Deluxe 580gr Pulled pork burger
Hungry? Don’t worry, this deluxe 580 gr Pulled pork burger will definitively make you full. Marinated meat in a tasty bun, great sauces and baked potatoes make this burger worth eating.
Vegan energetic bomb - hummus & avocado salad - recipe
Tired with all meat dishes? Or are you just looking for an energetic vegan meal? Here we have a good proposal for you. Healthy, vegan, raw and full of nutrients. A lot of healthy, vegetal proteins, good fats and extremely refreshing at the same time. What else might you need during a sunny day?
Traditional Montenegrin breakfast
Start your day in a local way! Have a rich, nutritive breakfast, that not only would satiate you for a long time, but that will also be natural, local and provide your organism good proteins and carbs.
How to make Empanadas? A Dominican recipe
Have you ever heard about empanadas? If you like Mexican cuisine, you probably did. However, Dominican empanadas are slightly different from what you might know from other Spanish-speaking countries.
How to make California sushi roll? Step-by-step recipe
Most people love sushi. But sushi is expensive. A good alternative is to make them at home. While preparing nigiri or maki rolls is easy, California rolls are much more difficult. Learn how to do that!
How to make Yakisoba? A Japanese recipe
Yakisoba - Japanese soba noodles with vegetables and meat. However, the most important thing is the preparation method and sauces. Without it, yakisoba would not be yakisoba.
How to make Japanese pizza Okonomiyaki? Recipe
If you think that only Italians have their own pizza, you are wrong. Japan has it too! Yes! It is surprising but it is true. お好み焼き known as okonomiyaki. What is that? How to make it?
Sunday Asian Street food market in Santo Domingo
If you are on Sunday in Santo Domingo, you cannot miss it! Located not far from the city center – Old Town, this unique market is a great experience. Although it is not a very big one, this market is worth visiting.
TOP 21 Dominican dishes - What to eat in the Dominican Republic?
Check our ultimate guide to the Dominican cuisine and find your TOP meals! No matter whether you are staying in the Dominican Republic just a couple of days or weeks, there are some dishes you cannot miss.
What is La Bandera Dominicana and el Plato del día?
La Bandera or plato del día is the most popular and famous Dominican dish. Every day, no matter whether that is a working day or weekend, plato del día is served in many local canteens – comedores, restaurants and stalls.
What is a 'colmado' in the Dominican Republic?
Colmado, comedor, cafetería. All these words appear on all streets even in the smallest village. So, what does these signs mean? What is inside? If you are curios, read the post!
What is a 'comedor' in the Dominican Republic?
If you just google this word, it translates usually either to a dining room or to a canteen. Actually, in The Dominican Republic, signs with the word 'comedor' mean usually a family-owned little restaurant. So, is it just a regular place for a lunch?
TOP Dominican exotic fruits
Are you looking for something super delicious, aromatic, and healthy? If so, you have to try Dominican fruits! Fresh, ripe, full of flavor, sweetness, and juice! If you compare them to all imported products, that are available in stores, you will get a huge disproportion.
What is a typical Dominican 'Desayuno dominicano'?
Do you want to have a breakfast as Dominican people do? If so, try one of traditional Dominican desayunos! This breakfast would be definitively unique and a great option for everybody who loves trying a new food and enjoying indulging in the local culture.
What is a 'cafetería' in the Dominican Republic?
No, it is not a joke. Do you know what is it? Most of you would say, that it is a place where you can sit, and at least have a cup of coffees. Am I right? Great! But…as quickly as you got excited, you would be disappointed. But why? The answer is very simple...
Where to eat in the Dominican Republic?
Are you hungry? Do you want to try something new? Or maybe you would prefer to go with something well known? Read this post and find an ideal place for you!
What is the Dominican Pastelón de Plátano Maduro?
Pastelón de Plátano Maduro prepared in a banana leaf, is one of main dishes served during la Nochebuena Dominicana. However, as the preparation is quite difficult, many people decide to buy them, instead of making them at home. But, none of them is as good as the one made at home.
Thai and Chinese food in Hungary
Rice, glass noodles or Udon noodles, a lot of vegetables, aromatic spices, and flavorful sauces! Well, actually it is rather impossible not to like it. All so wonderful, especially when served with Asian sauces. Thick, semi-spicy, a little bit sweet and salty. All flavors in moderation and none of them overwhelming the whole rest. A great composition of five elements, so typical in many Asian countries.
Sweet and savory pancakes
Pancakes or crêpe. Sweet or savory, with multiple ways of serving it and with a lot of fillings. It is up to you, and up to your imagination how you prepare them. Use this imagination and create your perfect breakfast, or a light evening meal.
Top Hungarian and Romanian local food
Try Hungarian and Romanian meals served in small, family-owned restaurants and bars. Start with journey with a good breakfast, then go through unique appetizers, followed by main courses and finish with a great dessert and a drink at the end. If you cannot do all at once, no worries, make a plan for every day.
Sausages and cold cuts in Hungary and Romania
Cold cuts and a number of sausages are very popular both in Romania and Hungary. They love it. Cheese, sausages and a strong alcohol like Pálinka, is present in almost every house and has to be on any traditional and family gathering.
TOP 5 Romanian types of cheese
Soft and hard. Fresh and matured, smoked and natural. Cheese with herbs, spices, nuts, and seeds. Spicy and mild. Salty and sweet. Well, just imagine your favorite one, and you will find it in Romania. The list of cheese is a long one. As mentioned above, with a lot of varieties, tastes and textures, Romanian cheese selection will satisfy all cheese lovers.
Sweets in Romania’s cuisine
Almost everybody loves sweets. Different countries, different cultures and different ingredients, but one thing is common for almost the whole world – love of sweets. This love is also reflected in the local cuisine, that can be influenced by many factors.
TOP 7 Romanian meals with no meat
Are you tired with meat meals? Would you like to have finally something else than a big Wiener schnitzel, pljeskavica or grilled meat? If so, try grilled cheese, fish, grilled vegetables, or meatless burgers! So, if you are curious what to choose – read the post!
What to eat in a touristic place in Romania?
Mainly sweets or small meat chunks but still, that are good options for trying something new. Skip fries, hot-dogs and burgers! You will get them almost everywhere! Try something local and unforgettable.
Top 10 Romanian meat dishes
Are you a meat lover? The person that cannot live without having a good meaty meal at least once a day? If so, Romania is quite a good place for you to stay. They love meat and almost every dish includes it. So, if you are a vegetarian, then a hard time for you.
Szimpla Sunday Farmers' Market
Do you have plans for a Sunday morning in Budapest? If not, why do not you spend a couple of hours on a food market? Try local natural products, enjoy a wonderful cup of a freshly brewed coffee, and taste local specialties. If you prefer to pair it with some stronger drinks, order a shot of a traditional Hungarian fruit spirit – palinka.
18 TOP Most popular vegetables in Costa Rica
Vegetables offered in Costa Rica on local markets and by small street sellers are perfect in their imperfectness. Comparing them to what you can get in a supermarket is rather impossible. Just look at them!
Tropical tubers in Costa Rica
Tropical tubers are full of vitamins, minerals and healthy carbs. They are packed with important nutrients, that will surely be needed before and after a strenuous hike or an active day. Some of them you will probably know very well, but some of them might be completely new for you and never seen before.
5 TOP ‘Tico’ vegetables
Which vegetables come to your mind when you think about Costa Rica? Beans or some tubers? However there are also palm tree fruits - pejibaye and yucca flowers - 'las flores de izote'. And remember about tamales in banana leaves. Here we list vegetables and plants that not only are very popular, but also somehow typical and partially unique.
How to distinguish plantains and bananas – their culinary use and nutrition values
Although, at the first glance both fruits look similarly, there are some differences that allow us to distinguish them. If you are confused which is which and how to use them, read the post!
8 TOP most popular Costa Rican fruits and their health benefits
Costa Rica with its wonderful climate is a good place for all fruit lovers. With a lot of sun, abundant rains and different landscapes across the country, this small country offers a great number of wonderful fruits.
TOP 9 Exotic Costa Rican fruits and their health benefits
Colorful, in different shapes and sizes. Green, orange, yellow, red, violet and white – all these exotic fruits are beautiful, intriguing and full of health benefits. Although, strange in taste at the beginning, after a couple of times, you will like them more and more.
What to pack for a trekking in National Parks in Costa Rica?
Be prepared for a trekking in different National Parks and Reserves in Costa Rica. Check what to take with you and what is not allowed.
What is Casado in Costa Rica?
There are two main names of meals that you have to know when you are in Costa Rica. That is Gallo Pinto and Casado. While the first one is what you will probably always have for your traditional Costa Rican breakfast, the second one is eaten for a lunch or dinner.
TOP 15 Vegetarian and non-meat Turkish foods (Turkish cuisine guide)
Although Turkey loves meat, don’t worry if you are not a big fan of it. Vegetables, fruits, dairy products, grains and finally sweets will guarantee you a tasty stay.
Try Ancient Emperors' favorite foods and live long
Are you curios what Ancient people ate? How did their diet look like? Was it full of meat? Grains? Fruits and vegetables? Or maybe full of heavy meals finished with sweets and wine? If you want to find out more about it, read the article about Ancient Romans’ influence and input to the Turkish cuisine.
TOP 10 Turkish street food
Quick, tasty, regional, and offering a wide choice. And Turkey is full of that. Burgers, kebabs, fruits and vegetables, juices, sweets or nuts. Actually, whatever you want, you can find.
The great world of Turkish dried fruits
Sun-dried fruits and nuts are not only a perfect, healthy snack, but also are a great ingredient of many sweets, stews and main courses. They give you a lot of energy, that is obtained from natural and healthy sources. They are packed with minerals and vitamins, what means, that consumed regularly can regulate your metabolism and function of many organs.
Mussels in a tomato sauce - Dagnje na Buzaru - Mussels alla buzara (red)
Buzara-style mussels are, generally speaking, mussels cooked in a wonderful sauce made of olive oil, wine and garlic. In most recipes you will also find parsley that gives a characteristic taste but composes very well with garlic and wine.
Asian-style dishes - Be careful - you might be surprised!
Staying one month in Hungary, it was almost a must to try it too. Thai noodles, fried rice, hot-pot, Vietnamese soup etc. - all what we loved so much. Curious about our experiences? Read the post!
Burgers and Hungarian local street food - you must try it!
I must admit, that quite often, we also select meals from stalls to try it. Hungary did not disappoint us in that area. A lot of bars offering burgers, pizza slices, kebabs, Turkish cuisine and typical local plates.
Be Fit in Hungary - try light chicken dishes
Don’t you think that after a couple of days in Hungary with an everyday lunch or dinner including breaded pork, one could be bored? So were we. That is why we wanted to get something lighter.
TOP 10 Most popular Hungarian dishes
Thinking about Hungarian dishes usually makes people think about spicy peppers and red sauces. But how is it in fact? Is Hungarian cuisine full of paprika and is it extremely spicy? What do they eat usually and what are their current culinary preferences? What ore our favorites? To find out more – read this article!
Best Mexican street food
Mexican street food varies from state to state. Is really good and doesn't have to be spicy. it is usually warm or hot, bases on variations of tortillas and include meat, cheese or potatoes.
19 Best Mexican food to try in Mexico
A list of 19 best meals that you cannot miss while on the stay in Mexico. Vegans, vegeterians and regular. Just check it!
Mexican fast food review
A long night journey and a lack of local bars and restaurants, that is what pushed us a couple of times to get some fast food. If it was possible, we were selecting local restaurants and local vendors but sometimes we had to grab something from big chains.
Desayuno Mexicano - What to eat for a traditional Mexican breakfast?
Have you ever heard about Desayuno Mexicano – literally a Mexican breakfast? About a hearty and warm morning meal?
Easy Mexican Guacamole recipe
This traditional Mexican dish is so delicious, so wonderful in its taste and so healthy. Prepared from perfectly ripe avocados, fresh tomatoes, onion, pepper and so aromatic coriander. Try our recipe!
Super tasty olives and Egyptian pickles
Egyptian cuisine means also mezzes. A lot of them, colorful, aromatic, varied and healthy. Mezze is a selection of small dishes served as snacks. They are extremely popular in Balkans, Greece and their neighbors, in some parts of Asia and also in Arab countries.
Powerful Egyptian spices
So many flavors, so many aromas, so refreshing, and so different. Bitter, sweet, spicy, pungent and much more. To that add different colors and texture. Red, green black, green, golden,… Fresh and dried. In leaves, roots, seeds and from the plant’s pollen.
8 TOP best Japanese street foods not to be missed
Colorful morning and night markets; street food stalls; local vendors; ice cream sold from a bicycle; grilled food from in front of the owner's house - that is what makes local street food so unique. Add to it local flavors and freshness and you will get a perfect mix.
Not sweet sweets, that are Japanese sweets
Koyasan is famous not only for monasteries but also for sweets. And that was also the place where we had enough time to visit local shops with wagashi. Sophisticated in their design, beautiful and colorful.
Umeboshi - a healthy food decoration.
Eaten in Japan as a relish, by children like a candy, added to almost every meal, soaked in alcohol or drinks – umeboshi is everywhere. And there is plentiful of reasons, why it is so.
Japanese sweets - how are they?
In my previous post I was writing about Japanese sweets, that are basing mainly on Azuki beans. Today, I want to show you and explain some other local wagashi, that we had during our stay. And that time, don’t worry, ‘anko’ won’t be dominant! ;)
Plain rice with seaweeds doesn't have to be boring - try Onigiri
Stuffed steamed rice wrapped in a nori leaf - a healthy snack, that was always eaten with curiosity. What would the next bite reveal?
Silken, hard or famous Koyasan's shimidofu?
Being in Japan and not eating the original Japanese tofu would be impossible for me. Without any doubt you can get tofu at yours, but that’s not the same thing. Soft, hard and freeze-dried...
Trying Gyoza Sandwich in Okayama
Have you ever heard about gyoza? About Japanese dumplings with a delicious finely chopped stuffing? So what is that exactly?
Identifying Japanese mushrooms in a convenience store
When I think about the Japanese cuisine, what comes to my mind is rice, seaweeds, sushi and of course mushrooms. Plenty of different mushrooms, served in different ways, with different flavors and textures.
Freshly picked and dried on the sun, stuffed dates, apricots and figs...
Do you like dried fruits? I do. Lovely, naturally sweet, full of aroma, both chewy and crispy. And if eaten in their country of origin they taste much, much better. Dried figs, walnuts, dates,…
Extremely sweet, smooth and full of flavors - that is how the Lebanese Halva is!
One of traditional and loved sweets in Lebanon is halva. And believe me – it is really good and worth trying, even if you do not like sweets very much. Well, yes, it is sweet. It is even very sweet, but also delicious.
Manouche with labneh accompanied by greens and fresh peppermint leaves
Manouche is a kind of a pizza on a thin base. It is topped with either zaatar or with any kind of Lebanese cheese or with minced meat.
Lebanese cuisine cannot exist without Za'atar, but what's that? Curious about it?
Have you ever heard about zaatar? Do you know what is that and what could you use it for? If you are curious about it, read it!
How does a Japanese Sushi look like?
You know it very well, and probably like it even more. But how does it look like in Japan? Where to buy it? Where to eat? When to eat? And what is in it? Fish? Vegetables? Something else?
