Spent a few days in Japan’s ancient capital recently. I’d seen pictures of Kyoto in vivid red foliage and just had to see it for real. I never expected it to be so crowded. Yes, it was jam-packed with tourist (autumn and sakura season are peak in Kyoto). Flea market in Kitano...
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Some photos from my half-day stopover in Reykjavik after the ’round Iceland tour. Reykjavik harbor Harpa concert hall Laugavegur shopping street Delicious hot dog at Baejarins Beztu Pylsur, near the Reykjavík Harbor. Claimed to be one of the best European food stalls by The Guardian. Just go for the one with everything (lamb-based...
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Kirkjugólf For a someone who normally prefers the city, coming to Iceland is a rare occurrence, if not an exception. I didn’t know what I was missing. sunset in Ásborgir, South Iceland Goðafoss, North Iceland Akureyri, capital of North Iceland Djúpivogur fishing village – East Iceland Fáskruðsfjörður, East Iceland –...
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Quick stopover in Lego land. Love, love, love the functional minimalism that’s typically Danish. Everything’s so well thought out and beautifully designed. Copenhagen Kongens Nytorv station Nyhavn Public transport in Copenhagen runs 24-7. The city is clean and safe with lots of open and green spaces. Education and healthcare is free. With...
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I’ve had more than my fair share of Asian and European cuisine, but modern Nordic is something new to me. On a short layover in Copenhagen, I went to Amass. Owner and chef, Matt Orlando’s background is impressive, having worked in many Michelin-starred restaurants including The Fat Duck, Per Se and Noma. Yeah, I...
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Took a short trip to cold, cold Hokkaido (finally!). Temperature was below zero throughout the few days we were there. But that did not stop us from eating A LOT (as always). And having some winter fun. Christmas market – Odori Park, Sapporo Sapporo Classic beer – special brew available only in Hokkaido....
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Some pictures from a short trip to Seoul. Love the blend of old and new, BBQ meat, streetside stalls, trendy cafes, chic fashion and gorgeous girls. Yummy pancake at Gwangjang market You’ll never go hungry in Seoul, street side stalls are everywhere. Patbingsu at Dalsuga, Seoul On the way to...
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One of my favorite ways to spend the morning – pottering around wet markets. Noryangjin is not a huge market. If you have time to spare, it’s a nice way to spend a couple of hours. This is a wet market, literally. If you decide to visit Noryangjin, do leave your favorite shoes behind. Navigating...
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Going down south always feels a bit like coming home. After all, this is where I spent a good decade of my life. Despite the crazy rise in property prices, food here remains quite affordable. I’m surprised that a bowl of noodles still cost SGD2.50 and you can even get ice-blended juice for SGD1!...
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This trip was inspired by Anthony Bourdain’s layover series. It’s not the best way to see a new place, but if you’re short of time, it’s better than not getting there at all. The Irish are a naturally friendly lot. Everyone I met had a ready smile. There’s generally a good vibe around here. The...
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In the blink of an eye, it’s another year. 2013 came and is almost gone…way too soon. It has been quite a year. Made new friends, and rekindle old ones. Visited some new places.Shifen, Taiwan Keelung, Taiwan Takayama, Japan London Shilin, Taipei Geneva Shirakawago, Japan Interlaken, Switzerland ...
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Found this in the fridge…I’d almost forgotten all about it. We got this from a roadside stall while strolling along Kamo river in Kyoto. The old lady manning the stall even threw in some tomatoes which were the sweetest I’ve ever had. It’s been almost a month since we got back from Japan. I’m amazed...
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