Walking through the streets of an urban city you are likely to find yourself surrounded by boisterous vendors, the white noise of chatter, and a distinctly delicious aroma filling the air. What is that delectable…
If you like your glass of wine with an extra kick, Kiss the Devil is just what you’ve been looking for. Our latest adventure in the Blue Ridge Mountains took us to Peaks of Otter…
Ever wonder what dried bird spit tastes like? Nope? Well, me neither but in case you answered “yes” for some strange reason, here is our adventure in tasting Nido Soup, aka the Filipino version of…
Being raised half Filipino, I grew up eating all sorts of traditional dishes like Pancit (Filipino noodles), Kare-Kare (peanut butter oxtail soup), and Sinigang (sour tamarind soup). What I was not exposed to, however, was…
Brazil’s cuisine varies greatly among the regions. In the South, there is a high concentration of cattle ranches, resulting in a majority of dishes which are meat-centric. The North Western region has a heavy focus…
Having attended two Dîner en Blanc events in Washington DC, I am here to share with you some helpful information and tips I have learned along the way. What is Dîner en Blanc? In 1988,…
The Invitation “Chers amis, On Saturday, August 26, in one of Washington DC’s most prestigious locations, an immense Le Dîner en Blanc will bring together some 5,000 people to dine at the same table. We extend this invitation to thousands of…
Cape Verde is known for their morabeza or hospitality. Often this hospitality extends far behind a warm smile and greeting. Cape Verdeans are eager to share with you their culture, history, and most of all their…
In this post, I will be sharing with you two of our favorite food adventures in Zanzibar, otherwise known as the “Spice Islands”. This semi-autonomous chain of islands has an intriguing history and culture of…