A chance to sample the fruits of Vietnam should be high on any to-do list when visiting the country. Vietnamese fruit is grown all over the country due to its diverse climate, with a majority coming from the food bowl of Vietnam, the Mekong Delta. The tropical fruits in Vietnam […]
Sparkling Watermelon Lychee Cocktail
For a hot summer day, this refreshing sparkling watermelon lychee cocktail is the ideal drink to share with friends. Preparation is quick and easy with just a few ingredients. A spiked watermelon seltzer is poured over a combination of fresh lychees and lychee juice, with fresh watermelon and mint as […]
Muoi Ot (Vietnamese Chili Salt)
Muối Ớt, Vietnam’s vibrant and spicy chili salt, is the perfect accompaniment to your favorite fruits, especially those slightly unripe such as green mangoes and tart-like guava fruit or green apples. Serving Muoi Ot When staying at our fruit garden property in the Mekong River Delta, a constant on our […]
Can You Eat Starfish?
One of the rewards of visiting local markets is discovering new, and sometimes strange, delicacies. Whether it’s field mice, duck embryos, or horse innards, the first time I saw a starfish-shaped meal on a stick the first query in my mind was – can you eat starfish? Referred to as […]
The Tlayudas de Oaxaca Puzzle
Weaving our way through the throng of vendors touting their business, locals in search of lunch, a smattering of fellow tourists, and no doubt the odd pickpocket, we came across two empty stools in front of a stall selling a range of Mexican dishes, including the local treat we had […]
What to eat in Japan – 20 Delicious Dishes
One of the most significant daily decisions when visiting the land of the rising sun is choosing what to eat in Japan. With Japanese cuisine now much more familiar and appreciated worldwide, looking for what food to eat in Japan has become an easier task. For me, the total food experience in […]
Lychee Martini Recipe
This simple and delicious Lychee Martini recipe is the perfect twist on the classic martini. By adding the exotic sweet tropical fruit of lychee, you will be transported to your favourite summer holiday destination. Lychee is a tropical fruit with a reddish pink exterior and a juicy jelly-like flesh. Although […]
Eating Guinea Pig in Peru
As I slowly made my way down the steep and slippery laneway, I wasn’t going to let the rain or sore legs keep me from my celebratory meal – eating guinea pig in Peru. I was in Aguas Calientes, a pretty town used as a base for visiting Machu Picchu, […]
My Top 10 Tasty Vietnamese Breakfast Dishes
The day starts early for the hard-working folk of Vietnam, so eating one of the following Vietnamese breakfast dishes ensures they have enough energy to make it through the day. And with a wide variety of options for breakfast in Vietnam, whether located down alleyways, in markets, or even off […]
Vietnamese Pho Bo Recipe – The National Dish of Vietnam
When I think about Vietnamese food, the first dish that always pops into my mind is Pho. This beloved soup, with its mix of meat, herbs, and rice noodles soaked in a flavorful broth, truly stands out in the rich landscape of Vietnamese cuisine. But what makes Pho really special […]