Thai fried rice, or kao pad, is an undeniable classic in Asian cuisine. I’ve had it so many times I lost count. It comes in many forms and with a variety of toppings so there’s a style for everyone. Personally I think it’s the perfect comfort food that you can eat at any time of … The post How to cook authentic Thai fried rice appeared first on ..read more

I love me some good bbq ribs and judging by the fact that you’re reading this, so do you. I can’t blame you. Digging into a smokey glazed rack of ribs is such a primal, satisfying feeling. Normally I don’t like getting down and dirty with my food but when I created this recipe I … The post Bbq ribs with a sweet ‘n spicy glaze appeared first on ..read more

Chili what? Yes, chili jam, you read it correctly. Typically jam is made with fruit so it was a surprise for me too when I discovered this delicacy. I found out about it in Da Nang, Vietnam. I sat down on one of those midget plastic chairs next to a street cart and ordered a … The post How to make the perfect chili jam appeared first on ..read more

We are over a month into the lockdown and there are only a few things we know for sure: pasta recipes are all over the internet (Italian grannies are the new influencers people), parents have a newfound respect for teachers and going out wearing a mouth mask is the new normal. But how is everyone … The post How long term travel prepared me for the Corona quarantine. Part 2: annoyance. appeared first on ..read more

Here we are. Stuck. The whole world has come to a standstill because of the Covid-19 crisis and we are confined to our houses in an attempt to stop the pandemic. Only a few weeks in you can already tell that not everyone is handling the quarantine well. A lot of people are anxious, some … The post How long term travel prepared me for the Corona quarantine. Part 1: isolation. appeared first on ..read more

Kanom pang sankaya Thai food is amazing, that’s a no-brainer. But most of their desserts are somewhat strange to Western taste. Kanom pang sankaya however really hit the bull’s eye. I was introduced to this amazing Thai dessert in Chiang Mai, on a local food market. Every night numerous food stalls would line up near … The post Thai dessert fondue appeared first on ..read more

I was only a kid when I heard it for the first time. At school, during a class in which we were discussing China, this one kid raised his voice and blurted it out: “They eat dogs over there!”. It was as if some kind of shock wave struck the classroom. Everyone started shouting in … The post Is eating dog meat really that cruel? appeared first on ..read more

When you first set foot in Bangkok everything can be a bit overwhelming. It is after all a huge city that never really goes to sleep. If you’re a bit like me, the first thing on your list will be finding out where to eat. Lucky for you, I have done tons of research (read: … The post The best cheap food in Bangkok Old City and where to find it appeared first on ..read more

Vietnam was high on my list and when I finally got there, it didn’t disappoint. This country seems to have it all: delicious food, a rich culture, wonderful people and stunning landscapes. Normally I’m not much of a planner, I prefer taking things as they come and usually make decisions on the spot. However when … The post Vietnam: what you should know to start planning appeared first on ..read more

Traveling to Malaysia, but no idea what to expect foodwise? No worries, I’m here for you. After an elaborate study – read: eating 5 times a day for over a month – I was able to put together this article about Malaysian food. Hungry? You will be in a second. Table of contents:Multicultural foodBasic Malay … The post Food you must try in Malaysia appeared first on ..read more