A city of international flavours, you can taste the world with these Asian restaurants in Mississauga. This year I plan to spend 8 months in Asia. I don’t know my exact schedule as I like to keep things open but I do know it will be centered around food. Eight months seems like a long time but Asia as a land mass is 1/3 of the entire world and has 4.75 billion people. But I have narrowed it down to a few countries that I want to visit for the first time and also return to. In preparation for my trip I visited Mississauga because it’s a city for travelers. With over 1800 restaurants from over 1 ..read more

These Latin American restaurants in Mississauga take me back with their traditional flavours. It was over ten years ago that I left my job in advertising to travel the world. I bought a one way ticket to Mexico and traveling south overland to Argentina. Over the years I’ve returned to Latin America many times. I love the flavours and people so much I actually had a DNA test to see if I wasn’t plain ole European but had some Latin spice. Sadly I do not. But many have said I have it in my heart and that’s what matters. Sadly it’s tough to get authentic Latin American food. There are plenty of ta ..read more

Sweet, savory and at a great price, you’ll never forget Colombian street food. Street food is a huge part of Colombian culture, and this is evident from the number of vendors around the country. From metros and parks to side streets and intersections, you’re bound to find a street food vendor on almost every corner.  The best way to familiarize yourself with street food in Colombia is to sample all the goods. Each day you are able to try a variety of new and delicious street food items that are bound to tantalize your tastebuds.  30 ESSENTIAL EATS:   Traditional Colombian Food W ..read more

Have a sweet tooth? These Colombian desserts make visiting this South American country a treat. While I often pass on dessert Colombia has an amazing food culture – and desserts and sweet treats are no different here. While there is much to be said about desserts from other countries from around the world such as Italy and France, desserts in Colombia are relatively unknown to the rest of the world.  Colombia has typical Latin American desserts and sweets you’ll see in other countries, but also many that are uniquely Colombian. They are delicious and many of them of region-specific. But i ..read more

Indonesian teh talua or teh telur is a delicious egg tea from the Sumatra province with a surprising benefit. Anyone who has spent time traveling South East Asia has undoubtedly heard of Vietnamese egg coffee. It sounds a bit odd but is actually quite delicious. If you don’t drink coffee don’t worry. There’s an egg tea version in Indonesia – specifically in West Sumatra, home to some of the best food in Indonesia. Although Sumatra is known to have some of the best coffee in the world, you’ll find most locals drinking hot and cold tea all day long. And as over 95% of the population are practici ..read more

My time on Prince Edward Island was far too short but it also reminded me that I need to spend more time in Canada. Things are changing and people are creating some really interesting food here. In fact I spent most of my time exploring where to eat in Charlottetown. Although I was both delighted with the food at Lot 30 then dismayed by their perspective on sustainable fishing I left Charlottetown on a high note with some great experiences and I’d love to go back to the island to see more. Where to Eat in Charlottetown If you only have a short time in Charlottetown there were a few highl ..read more

Peru has some of the best food in the world. You’ll love these Peruvian snacks. Without a doubt Peruvian cuisine ranks in my top 5 favourite foods around the world. There’s an obvious Indigenous heart with colonial Spanish influence. But you’ll also see incredible influence from both Chinese and Japanese immigrants reflected in Chifa and Nikkei foods. As well as from neighboring Ecuador. And the best part about snacking in Peru is that they are small bites. So you can try lots in one day. Peruvian Snacks Ceviche You can’t visit Peru and not try ceviche. It is the quintessential Peruvian snack ..read more

Christmas in Greece may not be the first place people think of for celebrating the holidays but it is a magical time of year. Many flock to these idyllic islands in the summer for a coastal excursion, but the allure of the colder months here may surprise you.  Greeks are known for loving all kinds of traditions and rituals in their everyday lives, and Christmas is no exception. December, the most wonderful time of the year, is the perfect month to travel here.  Greece is a very religious country, with most of the population being Greek Orthodox. As such, Christmas is a pretty big dea ..read more

A fabulous mix of beer, spirits, cocktails and non-alcoholic Brazilian drinks you’ll love discovering. A country with beautiful people, fantastic beaches and an unbelievable food scene, you’ll also love these delicious Brazilian drinks. Brazil is HUGE. It is the largest country in South America and the fifth largest country in the world. The capital city Brasília feels immense. And it is really just one small part of this country that spans so many different types of landscape from the coast to the Amazon. Within Brazil cultures can be quite distinct and some have the most unique and unusual d ..read more

Serving some of the best food in the world, in Indonesia vegetarian food is easy to find. Indonesia has an incredible food culture, much like many other Asian countries. There are 6000 islands and 300 ethnic groups in Indonesia creating a diverse and vibrant mix of food. It is largely based around the street food culture where many traditional dishes can be found at food stalls, often called a warung or kedai. Steamed rice (nasi) is normally the staple at any meal and forms the centerpiece at the table. While chicken, eggs, beef, fish, and milk are the staple proteins, Indonesian vegetarian fo ..read more