If you're a matcha fan, you need to try these matcha baked oats for one. They make for a seriously delicious and nutritious breakfast! Matcha can be a bit divisive. Some people love it, and some people hate it. I remember the first time I tried a matcha latte, I...
From visiting grand castles to learning how to make soba noodles, these are the best thing to do in Matsumoto, Nagano in Japan. Matsumoto is the second-largest city in Nagano Prefecture and the gateway to the Japanese alps. Cradled by mountains, the city is home...
From exploring serene Japanese gardens to learning how to gold leaf, these are the top things to do in Kanazawa, Japan in 2022. If you want to experience the rich culture of Japan without following the typical tourist trail, the prefectural capital of Ishikawa,...
Looking to explore Japan off the beaten path? Here are my favorite places. There is no place quite like Japan. It is a kaleidoscope of colour and a playground of ever-changing landscapes. A feast for the senses and a place where...
If you're wondering if Japan in the winter is worth visiting, the answer is yes! If you're planning to visit the north island of Japan from December- March, here are the best things to do in Hokkaido during that time. You know...
One would think that the more I travel, the quicker I would be able to get through my travel bucket-list. Yet, quite opposite seems to occur. Every time I go to a new country, fellow travellers and locals bombard me with...
In today’s day and age, we are constantly bombarded by imagery. Every second, an average of 786 photos are uploaded to Instagram, and for most of us, we spend a few seconds looking at a photo before quickly scrolling to the...
When it comes to accommodation, I LOVE finding places that are quirky or memorable in some way. It could be a 5-star hotel or it could be a cheap backpacker hostel- to me, the important part is finding...
I had honestly forgotten how much I love theme parks until I entered through the front gates of Universal Studios Japan. I couldn't wipe the grin off my face as I walked down the main street. Surrounded by...
I am on a mission to discover the BEST destinations & dishes from around the world. In fact, I’ve visited 54 countries and cooked 196 cuisines in this very pursuit. Whether it’s hopping on a plane or into the kitchen, come join the adventure!
From stunning Azulejo tile street art to the best views for sunset- here are 18 hidden gems in Porto that make the ultimate Instagram spots! Located at the end of the Douro River, Porto has got to be the most photogenic city in Portugal. The unique hilly terrain on...
You can't visit Paris without sampling some traditional foods from France! These are the foods you need to try and the best places in Paris to try each dish. It’s no secret that Paris is an incredibly magical destination. Not only is it home to the most famous...
From riverside igloos to retro pastel fit-outs, flower walls to former loos... Here are 19 of the most instagrammable cafes in London in 2023. "Camera eats first." No phrase could be more true when it comes to eating out these days. It's no surprise that more and more...