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Kristian and AC live right by the fjord, and earlier that day, Kristian had been out diving and came back with the most beautiful scallops. They ended up as the …
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It had been way too long since I last saw Ehsan, so I sent him a quick message on WhatsApp to see how he was doing. He replied that he …
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When Steve and I had just started dating, we went out for pizza in New York. I grabbed a slice, moved it over to my plate, and reached for my …
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New York is loud, fast, and intense—but there are places where you can get a break from all of it. The city has a solid lineup of yoga and meditation …
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Steve and I stopped by Atoboy, which has been one of my longtime NYC favorites, though it had been quite some time since my last visit. Back then, it felt …
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Kansas City has a charm that’s hard to pin down. The city is split between Missouri and Kansas, but most of the places you’ll want to see are on the …
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After the amazing cocktails at Inside Passage, we headed over to Lupo for a late dinner. I was completely wiped out from jet lag and mostly just sat there, but …
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I have been meaning to take the tram to Roosevelt Island for years, but it wasn’t until this summer that I finally made it happen. There always seems to be …
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If you’re a Sex and the City fan like me, you know that New York City is just as central to the story as Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte and Samantha.The city …
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When Ella and I visited Jeonju Hanok Village, we came across a small café right in the middle of the village. It was one of those blazing hot summer days, …
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If there’s one thing you shouldn’t miss in Kansas City, it’s barbecue. Kansas City barbecue stands out from the rest of the country, both in flavor and in how it’s …
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When I go to Fort Lee to meet up with Ale, I almost always take the little bus from the George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal. Ale calls it The Mexican …
Recipes
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Affogato is one of those desserts that’s so simple, it almost doesn’t make sense how good it tastes. One scoop of Italian vanilla gelato and a shot of hot espresso. …
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Got some overripe bananas sitting around? Instead of baking yet another banana bread, make banana soft serve. It’s quick, creamy, and you only need a few basic ingredients. Once the …
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A mignonette sauce is the perfect match for oysters. The sharp acidity of the vinegar, the mild bite from the shallots, and just a touch of freshly ground pepper, it’s …
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In Denmark, we have this meringue-like ice cream topping called guf. It is really easy to make, and it tastes divine, so of course you have to try making it …
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The Burmese Banana Coconut Wraps are one of my favorite sweet treats from Tea Garden in Mae Sot. In Myanmar, the wraps with banana and coconut are typically enjoyed after …
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I always choose homemade popsicles over the store-bought ones. The ones you get in the store are usually packed with sugar and don’t really taste like fruit. When you make …
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Ngam Ngov (pickled lime soup) is a traditional Cambodian soup made with pickled lime. The pickled lime is a common ingredient in many Cambodian dishes and adds a tangy, slightly …
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Grilled corn ears are popular street food in Mexico, and one of the things I always order, if I’m at a Mexican restaurant and I see the corn on the …
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This guacamole recipe comes from Steve’s brother Dave, who has a guacamole tree in his garden (yes, really). With almost unlimited access to avocados, he’s perfected this chunky, flavor-packed version …
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I love pho, but I don’t love spending hours cooking the delicious Vietnamese soup, so sometimes I cheat and make a not-from-scratch version. If you’re using pho cubes or paste, …
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Vietnamese Egg Coffee (cà phê trứng) is a delicious combo of strong coffee topped with a light, fluffy cream made from whipped egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk. The drink …
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Ichigo daifuku is a beloved Japanese treat that combines the chewy goodness of mochi with the sweet, juicy bite of fresh strawberries. While traditional daifuku, made from sticky rice dough …
Travel
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When I’m in Bangkok, I usually get a massage every day and through the years, I think I’ve had hundreds of massages in the city. I might have overdone it …
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Where to stay in Las Vegas? That’s one question I get a lot, so here are my recommendations: If you are only in Vegas for a couple of days and …
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One of the absolute highlights of visiting Ubud, is all the delicious food. Even though Ubud is a rather small town, the selection of restaurants is abundant, and there is …
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Are you traveling somewhere warm and sunny and don’t know what to pack? I have made a small guide with my best advice on what you should bring on your …
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I usually just walk around in Ubud, but the narrow pavements and the heavy motorbike traffic do not make the city particularly walkable. If you have difficulties walking, or if …
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At Ngurah Rai International Airport (also called Denpasar International Airport), you can book a car and a driver to take you to Ubud. There are several different companies to choose among, but …
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Bangkok is a great shopping destination, and almost everything is cheaper than back home, that is, if home is Europe or the US. Just steer clear of international brands and …
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Instagram is becoming more and more popular in Cambodia, and it shows at the Phnom Penh cafes, where photogenic food and beverages are competing for the attention from Phnom Penh …
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It is almost impossible to get bored in Tokyo as there are so many things to do and places to see. Here are some of my suggestions to really nice …
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I sometimes joke that I would be able to survive a nuclear war and another ice age, if I just have my handbag, but it is not far from the …
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I only rarely stay at the airport hotels in Bangkok, as I prefer to stay in the city even if it is only for a short layover. If you have …
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When it comes to free attractions in Las Vegas, I don’t think anything beats the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign. Since 1959, the sign has been standing tall at …
New York City Guide
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New York might be one of the most expensive cities in the world to visit, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend money every time you leave the hotel. …
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The Staten Island Ferry is a free passenger ferry service that operates between Manhattan and Staten Island. The ferry ride offers spectacular views of the Statue of Liberty, and it’s …
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Korean food has been trending in NYC for quite a while, but which restaurants are the best? With so many choices, where do you start? I have asked my friend …
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New York City has so many great neighborhoods, all with their own amazing vibe, so how do you choose where to stay? If it is the first time you visit …
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