Food / Drinks
The Freshness of Belgian Beer
by Brendan Wan on February 8, 2012
in Destinations,Europe,Featured,Food / Drinks,Travel Writing
In search for a renowned bar called Delirium Café – a beer café which at a ridiculous total of two thousand and four, won the 2004 Guinness Book of World Records for having the most commercially available beers. Two thousand and four is a lot of beer.
Traveling Through Middle Eastern Food
by Maria Laborde on February 2, 2012
in Destinations,Featured,Food / Drinks,Middle East
There’s more to Middle Eastern food than hummus and falafel! In this delicious photo essay, you will learn more about lesser-known dishes of Middle Eastern cuisine.
Theme Restaurants: Modern Toilet in Taipei, Taiwan
by Erin De Santiago on January 29, 2012
in Asia,Destinations,Featured,Food / Drinks
Theme restaurants are the rage in Asia, and Taiwan makes its mark on the dining scene with the quirky Modern Toilet chain of eateries.
Taiwanese Shaved Ice Desserts: Bào Bīng (剉冰) and Xue Hua Bing (雪花冰)
by Erin De Santiago on January 17, 2012
in Asia,Destinations,Food / Drinks
Taiwanese shaved ice desserts, Bào Bīng (剉冰) and Xue Hua Bing (雪花冰), are ver popular in Taipei thanks to places like the now-closed Ice Monster who made “Mango Shaved Ice” one of the most sought after and written about treats in the country.
Bartending in Australia
by Caroline Eubanks on January 8, 2012
in Destinations,Featured,Food / Drinks,Oceania
As Michael mentioned in his post, “Staying on the Road by Working,” Australia is a great place for students, backpackers and working holiday-makers to find jobs, especially in bars. I lucked out with a job at the bar of a five-star hotel, so it came with lots of perks, but you could have just as much fun at a simple country pub. If you’re interested in bartending in Australia, here are a few things you should know before you go.
Expat Bars in Taiwan: On Tap Pub in Taipei
by Erin De Santiago on January 3, 2012
in Asia,Destinations,Food / Drinks
Looking for an Expat hangout while you are visiting Taipei, Taiwan? Check out On Tap, an English pub that is popular with both locals and tourists alike.
Must Try Foods in Taiwan: Xiaolongbao from Din Tai Fung
by Erin De Santiago on December 27, 2011
in Asia,Destinations,Food / Drinks
When visiting Taiwan, a stop by the legendary Din Tai Fung for xialongbao should be on your list for “must try foods” in Taipei.
Beach Bars in Belize: Palapa Bar and Grill on Ambergris Caye
by Erin De Santiago on November 22, 2011
in Central America,Destinations,Food / Drinks
While the island of Ambergris Caye in Belize may not have the legendary bar scene that rivals some other famed spots like Southeast Asia, there are certainly a number of nice places to kick back and enjoy a couple drinks.
If you’re looking for the perfect daytime spot (and perhaps a place to catch up on a blog post or two), head north of town to the Palapa Bar & Grill.
Food Trip in the Philippines
by Caryl Estrosas on November 9, 2011
in Asia,Destinations,Featured,Food / Drinks
The Philippine cuisine is as colorful as its history. It’s a fusion of the native and several foreign influences including Chinese, Malay, Arab, Spanish, and American. According to food historians, 80 percent of the dishes are of Spanish origin—thanks to the almost 400-year rule of Spain in the country. Filipino dishes are combination of flavors—sweet, sour, and salty—that are remarkably pleasing to the taste buds.
Five Tasty Cheap Eats in Jordan
by Matt Long on November 6, 2011
in Destinations,Featured,Food / Drinks,Middle East
Although it’s not a large country, Jordan is rich in both its history and culture. As I learned traveling around this exciting country, food is at the center of everything. Luckily for the budget traveler, there are plenty of inexpensive and delicious foods that will satisfy any appetite.