Get to know the best desserts to sample and the best snacks to buy. Our food guides will make you hungry before you reach your travel destination.
Whether you prefer the creamy goodness of alpine milk chocolate from Switzerland or the bold flavors of artisanal chocolates in Paris, there’s plenty of chocolate from different countries that all seem to taste absolutely incredible. However, who has the best chocolates in the world? Obviously, there is no objective answer to that question. However, what … Read more
Countries around the world have their own signature noodle dishes. Japan has ramen and soba. Laksa and mie goreng are loved in Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia. China has dan dan and Shanghai noodles. Thailand has pad thai, Vietnam has pho, and Italy has various kinds of pasta dishes. If you’re a noodle lover, you’ll feel … Read more
If there’s one universal truth about Europe, it’s that the continent produces some of the finest chocolates in the entire world! Whether it’s Swiss, Belgian, UK chocolate, or otherwise, chocolates in Europe are truly irresistible treats! Here are my top picks for the best European chocolate brands and what to get from each of them! … Read more
The United Kingdom has given the world plenty of iconic foods. From fish & chips to Yorkshire pudding and various pies, the food scene in the UK deserves way more recognition than it currently gets. The same goes for UK chocolates! After all, you’ve heard of Cadbury and Maltesers, haven’t you? From world-renowned chocolates to artisanal … Read more
I personally have a hard time trusting people who don’t adore Italian cuisine. Luckily, there doesn’t seem to be a lot of those heretics around. After all, what’s there not to love about an age-old tradition that favors simple and time-tested combinations, homemade cooking, and the freshest ingredients? That’s the delicious topic we’ll be exploring … Read more
Even if you’re not particularly crazy about Japanese food, chances are, you’ve tried sushi and loved it. Judging by the steady spread of sushi restaurants and its availability on many grocery and convenience store shelves, it won’t be an exaggeration to say that the world loves sushi. If you’re reading this, I’m sure you love … Read more
For a country that borders Switzerland and Belgium, Germany is no stranger to quality chocolate. Not only do Germans enjoy amazing sweet treats from their neighbors, but the country also produces plenty of amazing German chocolates themselves. If you’re having trouble thinking about which German chocolate brands there are, don’t worry! We’re here to help … Read more
Imagine craving Korean food in the middle of the night. While you can’t quickly whip up classic Korean foods like bibimbap, bulgogi, or kimchi jjigae, there’s one thing you can easily make: Korean ramen. If you think, well, that’s not really Korean cuisine, let the stats speak for themselves. At 80-90 servings per person per … Read more
Italian chocolates are one of the most underrated treats on the planet! While they aren’t as famous as Swiss or Belgian chocolates, Italian chocolates offer a unique experience for truly discerning foodies. After all, Piedmont, Italy’s “Capital of Chocolate”, produces some of the finest chocolates in the world thanks to the wide range of quality … Read more
Let’s embark together on this deliciously decadent adventure through the best American chocolate brands out there (and where to buy them). As Willy Wonka accurately put it, chocolatiers are the music makers and the dreamers of dreams. The United States is the no. 1 chocolate producer on the planet. As such, it’s home to both … Read more
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