Theme restaurants are the rage in Asia, and Taiwan makes its mark on the dining scene with the quirky Modern Toilet chain of eateries.
Asia
Achingly beautiful, otherworldly landscape, dreamlike karst view…
These are all the words that describe Guangxi Province. Like you can see from the expressions, Guangxi is famous for its karst landscape. Not surprisingly it is one of the most beloved travel destination for Chinese people as well as foreigners.
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.
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.
When visiting Taiwan, a stop by the legendary Din Tai Fung for xialongbao should be on your list for “must try foods” in Taipei.
A look at Hong Kong and the Symphony of Lights show on Victoria Harbour, with a holiday-themed overlay, during the Christmas season.
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.
When in Rome, do as the Romans do—an advice fitting for any travelers visiting a foreign land. So, when you are in the Philippines, testing your palate with the Filipino street foods, while not necessary, is commendable. Not only would it be fun to try the unique local dishes, but it is a great way to immerse and understand the Filipino culture.
Tajikistan is one of the few remaining truly off-the-beaten-track travel experiences left in the world. This corner of Central Asia was wracked by civil war for many years but is now stable and open to tourists.
Tim Ho Wan, in Hong Kong’s Mongkok district, is one of the world’s cheapest Michelin-starred restaurants in the world.
