On our trip to Yufuin Floral Village, our tour guide mentioned that Oita Prefecture is known for its chicken dishes, especially Tori-ten and Karaage. He hyped them up so much that we knew we had to try some before leaving. He brought us to this spot called Kichigo, a local favorite that won the highest

Tostilocos is one of those wild, flavor-packed street foods that makes you wonder how did chips get this exciting. I first learned about it from the Netflix show Heavenly Bites: Mexico, where they featured this snack in an episode that perfectly summed it up: “More than just chips.” And truly, it is. Tostilocos is a glorious

During our trip to Tokyo back in 2023, my husband and I landed hungry and excited and we knew exactly where we were heading first – Ikinari Steak! It was still brunch time when we walked into their restaurant, lured by the scent of grilled meat and sizzling hot plates. Ikinari is widely recommended by locals

I’ve always known deep down in my mind that something called “Jacket Potato” existed and I was pretty sure it had to be good. I mean, it’s potato and cheese, how can it not be? But it wasn’t until I stumbled upon SpudBros on TikTok that I truly saw how glorious a fully loaded Jacket

When a burger joint is dubbed as having the best burger in the Philippines, you can’t help but walk in with high expectations. Sweet Ecstasy, or Sweet X, made waves back in 2020 after landing the 37th spot on Big 7 Travel’s list of the 50 Best Burgers in the World. That kind of recognition

Monte Cristo – a name that sounds fancy but is really just a glorified ham and cheese sandwich that took a delicious dip in egg batter before getting fried to golden perfection. It’s crispy, melty, sweet, and savory all at once, making it a classic comfort food with a little extra flair. But instead of

I honestly don’t know much about Juan’s Bistro but one thing I just realized is that it has quietly become part of my family’s tradition. Whenever we need to meet up with relatives from my mom’s side, we somehow always end up choosing Juan’s Bistro’s MOA branch. The first time was way back in 2015,

Think of Caipirinha as Brazil’s answer to the Mojito. It is refreshing, citrusy, and perfect for a warm day. But while a Mojito leans on rum and mint for its signature flavor, Caipirinha takes a different route with cachaça, a sugarcane-based spirit that gives it a distinct kick. No mint, no soda, just lime, sugar, ice,

My sister randomly sent an old photo of 2010 versions of me and my siblings at Seattle’s Best. Memories instantly flashed back, and I remembered how we were frequent customers of Seattle’s as early as when I was ten years old. Back then, whenever we checked in at Binondo Suites, now Chinatown Lai Lai Hotel,

Feijoada is more than just a stew. It’s Brazil’s national dish, a comforting and hearty blend of beans, pork, and chorizo simmered to perfection. While it’s most famous in Brazil, it actually traces its origins back to Portugal, where variations of this rich, flavorful dish are also enjoyed. I first learned about Feijoada while watching