Main Course
Maghmour or Lebanese Moussaka (vegan)
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A great vegan recipe with aubergine, chickpeas, tomato sauce and Lebanese spices.
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Asia
Japan
Kyoto Travel Guide: Temples, Bamboo Forests & River Walks
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After celebrating a birthday on Naoshima, Japan’s Art Island and spending a night at the iconic Benesse House, we made our way to Kyoto. Kyoto is a fascinating mash-up of ancient temples, Zen gardens, and bamboo forests, like stepping back in time, balanced with trendy coffee shops and world-class restaurants. If you’re planning a visit, […]
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Asia
Japan
Where to Eat in Kyoto: Best Restaurants, Cafes, Izakayas & Street Food
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Kyoto isn’t just temples, shrines, and geishas, it’s also one of the best food cities in Japan. From steaming bowls of udon and ramen to sizzling wagyu beef, tiny izakayas, and bustling street markets, eating your way through Kyoto is part of the experience. After spending five days exploring Kyoto, these were our favourite restaurants, […]
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Asia
Japan
Hiroshima and Miyajima: A Perfect Side Trip
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After three nights in Tokyo, we set off for Hiroshima, a city known for its moving history, Peace Memorial Park, and as the gateway to the beautiful island of Miyajima. Here’s how we got there, what we saw, and why this side trip was one of the highlights of our Japan itinerary. How to Get […]
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Asia
Japan
Naoshima: Japan’s Contemporary Art Island in the Seto Inland Sea
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After exploring Hiroshima and Miyajima Island, I knew my trip to Japan wouldn’t be complete without visiting Naoshima. This small island in the Seto Inland Sea, part of Kagawa Prefecture, is world-famous for its contemporary art museums, installations, and architecture. Most of Naoshima’s art scene was developed by the Benesse Corporation, which also expanded to […]
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Breakfast & Brunch
Homemade Granola
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My sister gave me this idea. She offered me a jar of homemade granola a few months ago and I have finally decided to make my own granola. Ingredients: 300 gr of oatmeal 40 gr of pumpkin seeds 40 gr of sesame seeds 40 gr of pecan nuts (to be added at the end) 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon 4 ...
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Europe
Spain
A Perfect Day in Palma de Mallorca
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Wherever you are staying on the island, you have to go to Palma for at least a day. Start off with a stroll around the area of Santa Catalina, with its Mercat, then walk down the avenida de Jaume III, where you have a look at the El Corte Inglès and other boutiques. The serious Spanish shopping sta...
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Dessert
the best Banana and Blueberry muffins
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A delicious banana and blueberry muffin for breakfast, brunch, dessert or tea.
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Europe
Spain
Best beaches and beach clubs in Mallorca
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Es Trenc is next to the small town Ses Covetes. The beach is backed up by sand dunes, which extend into Salobrar de Campos, a 1500 hectare natural reserve. This beach is so famous that I try to avoid it during the summer holidays, especially on the weekends. There is public parking Es Trenc with pri...
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Europe
Spain
Our adventure day in Mallorca, Spain
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Every time we are on the island, we drive the old family car which doesn’t warn you if you leave your headlights on when you park So invariably we need to charge the car battery the next day by taking a long drive, which we call our adventure day. From the Port of Andratx, head up the mountains tow...
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