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10 Bangkok Street Foods That You Need To Try

10 Bangkok Street Foods That You Need To Try

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10 Bangkok Street Foods That You Need To Try.

1. Prata

The plain prata, drizzled with condensed milk and chocolate syrup, brings just the right amount of sweetness to your mouth. There is also other flavours of prata such as the banana prata sold among hundreds of prata stalls along the streets of Bangkok.

2. Tom Yum Goong

This signature Thai dish is filled with the quintessential spices such as lemograss, chilli, lime leaves, galangal and many more. This sweet, sour and spicy seafood soup will give a flavour burst in your mouth.

3. Pad Thai

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Thai food uses a lot of spices and sauces and this dish is no exception. The chewy noodles are stir fried with chunks of tofu, beansprouts, eggs and flavoured with tamarind pulp and fish sauce. As saucy as the Bangkok weather.

4. Grilled squid

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This is hard to resist as you stroll along the streets of Bangkok. Vendors fan these plump squids with their fans, tempting customers with their aroma. These char-grilled creatures are chewy and juicy. If you want an extra kick, dip it into the sweet and spicy sauce that always come with grilled squid.

5. Fried meat balls and sausages

Fried foods are always the essentials in any food markets or street stalls. The variaties of skewers can be shocking. Fish balls, meat balls, japanese chirage wrapped with seaweed, sausages, rolls of fish cakes in tofu skin etc. You name it, they have it.

6. Grilled sticky rice cake

The two sides of the sticky rice cakes gets caramelized and crispy after being grilled. Seasoned with just a little of salt and pepper, the rice cake is crunchy on the outside and sticky on the inside. Even better, some of them are little burnt on the sides.

7. Mango sticky rice

There is an abundance of mangoes in Thailand which resulted in this ingenious creation. Sweet ripe mangoes are paired with steaming sticky rice. A generous splash of sweet condensed milk is added to give the sweet milky taste. You can’t miss out this when you are in Bangkok.

8. Kanom Jeeb

Kanom Jeebs are Thai meat-based steamed dumplinngs. They may contain shrimps, shitake mushrooms, water chestnust or other fillings. Dip these delicious dumplings into some hot sauce or fried garlic sauce for an even better combination.

9. Hoy Tod

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There is something that is better than oysters and that is Hoy Tod (oyster omelettes). Oysters are fried with eggs to make an omelette and the combination is to die for. Sometimes, fresh oysters are topped onto the omelette before serving. The oysters are so fresh and juicy that they are so hard to resist. Remeber to always dip them into the garlic chillic sauce that comes with it. The sauce and the omeletter go hand in hand and cannot be seperated.

10. Seafood

As you walk along any food markets in Bangkok, there is no shortage of seafood, be it raw or cook. Shells, clams, crabs, prawns squids can be pre cooked and sold in packets, If you fancy a seafood of your choice, you can pick fresh seafood and ask to cook in a way of your choice.

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When you are in Bangkok, check out our local hosts! They can whip up some really authentic dishes such as Tom Yum Goong, seafood, and mango sticky rice. Don’t miss out the chance for an authentic Thai home dining experience.

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Savoury Pancakes Around the World

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Savoury Pancakes Around the World

Pancakes do not always have to be sweetened or accompanied with sweet toppings. While some of us prefer them as a sweet treat, there are others who would rather have savoury fillings with their pancakes.

For those who love savoury flavours, here are some pancakes from around the world you will want to try during your travels!   

1. Italy  

Farinata, a savoury pancake from Italy, is made from chickpea flour, water, salt and olive oil and is baked before serving. Vegetables such as onions and rosemary can be added to the batter before it is cooked in the oven. This pancake is a traditional Ligurian street food snack and are suitable for vegans to consume so anyone can enjoy them! Try a home-cooked version with our Italian host, Larrycette!

2. India

Dosa is a paper-thin crepe that is a dietary staple in southern India. It is made from a batter comprising rice and black lentils, which is left to ferment before it is fried. Savoury dips such as curry, red chutney and coconut chutney typically accompany a serving of this pancake. There are different varieties of dosa around and one of the most popular variation is the Masala dosa, which is filled with spices, chilli, onions and potatoes before it is rolled and served. 

3. Korea

In Korea, pancakes are known as 'jeon' and they can be eaten as a side dish or street food snack. They can come with a great variety of fillings whether it is seafood, kimchi, chicken or scallions, which are coated in a batter of flour and egg before being pan fried. A tangy-savoury sauce typically accompanies the pancake dish, which can be eaten at any time of the day. 

4. Japan

Okonomiyaki, a Japanese savoury pancake, that translates as 'grilled as you like it'. The batter used varies from region to region but is typically comprised of flour, yam, water, cabbage and spring onions. Any ingredient can be added to the mix, be it meat, seafood, cheese and even udon or yakisoba so there is really a lot of room for creativity with this pancake dish.  

5. Germany

Kartoffelpuffer, or potato pancakes, are a popular street food snack in Germany. It is made from with grated potatoes, flour, eggs and onions and can be accompanied with a savoury dip such as garlic sauce or with a sweet applesauce. You will not only find these potato pancakes sold at street food vendors but also at restaurants and even in a German household!

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Food That You Can’t Miss in Berlin

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Food That You Can't Miss in Berlin

1. Hoppelpopple

This is a signature dish of Berlin. It makes use of leftover meats and is scrambled together with eggs, potatoes and onions. Next time when you at home and has nothing to eat, try this german dish. .

2. Blutwurst

Besides the currywurst, the blutwurst is also worth a try. The blutwurst, also known as blood sausage, is made with pig's blood, barley, minced pork and seasonings. Many people have aversion to this delicacy because of the blood. Give it a try, its irony taste with the pork and seasoning will give you a whole new gastronomical experience.

3. Himmel und Erde

This dish has a fancy name of Heaven and Earth. It sure has the taste of heaven and earth from it's combination of ingredients used. It is made with potatoes, apple sauce and bacon. These ingredients, when cooked together, give you a both sweet and savoury taste that leaves you craving for more.

4. Senfeier

This dish of eggs in mustard sauce is a common on tables in German households. This is one of the dishes that your Grandmother would make and is sold in most canteens. Soft, hard boiled eggs are drenched in a creamy mustard sauce and sometimes served with potatoes.

5. Doner Kebab

Of Turkish origin, this street food has become popular is many regions such as Europe, America and Asia. The meat is placed on a vertical skewer and rotates while it is been roasted. The vendor will shave the meat into a bread or pita and serve it with generous amounts of sweet onion, cucumbers and sauce. Yums.

6. Pete's Home Restaurant

What is better than tasting German food? It is making them yourselves. Join Pete for a fun filled afternoon where you'll get to be a personal chef for the day. You can start the day by visiting the local Berlin markets where you guys can decide on a menu together. He will show you how to select the best ingredients and how to haggle and bargain with the vendors just like a local. While walking back to his apartment, you can also try some of the local delicacies that are sold along the river. Sounds good eh, what are you waiting for, check out Pete's Home Restaurant now!

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Romantic Dining Spots in Berlin to Pamper Your Loved One

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If you will be travelling to Berlin with your loved one, why not make time for romantic meal? You will want to make a booking to avoid any disappointment…

1. The Grand

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This chic restaurant decked out in vintage furniture and elegant fittings serves German-French delicacies and is renowned for its steaks prepared on the American Southbend Grill – tender, flavourful and expertly grilled. You will also find appetisers such as Beef Tatar and classic Caesar Salad at The Grand, but it is the steak selection that will impress. Think dry-aged steaks from Irish free-range cattle, delicately marbled Kobe beef from Japan and more.

The 80-seater restaurant caters to a well-heeled crowd and is very popular so do remember to make your reservations in advance. In the same building, you will also find a club, and a bar (frequently named one of the best bars in Berlin), so do grab a drink and soak in the loungey atmosphere.

2. Hugo’s Restaurant

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Enjoy gastronomical delights and panoramic views of Berlin at Hugo’s Restaurant, situated on the top floor of InterContinental Berlin. Serving dishes prepared with German and regional quality products with an international sensibility, the restaurant offers a number of tasting menus and has been consistently awarded one Michelin star since 1999. A sommelier is also on hand to offer wine recommendations to complement your meal. Do make a reservation in order to get a table by the window so that both you and your loved one can enjoy a delightful meal with spectacular views of Berlin.

3. Restaurant Bieberbau

Tucked away in a quaint residential street, Restaurant Bieberbau is a small and cosy one-Michelin-starred restaurant run by chef-owner Stephan Garkisch. This restaurant serves top-quality fare and is frequented by the locals – a sign that it is not a tourist-oriented eatery. The staff at this restaurant can nonetheless speak both English and German so communication with them is unlikely to be an issue. Diners at this restaurant have a choice of three different menus, including a vegetarian-friendly one, and can choose to have a 3, 4 or 5-course meal from each menu. Their friendly staff can recommend a wine to go along with your dishes.

4. Cafe Chagall

Need a mid-afternoon caffeine fix and some treats to nibble on? Treat yourself and your loved one to German-style coffee and cake at Cafe Chagall. This quiet cafe is largely candle-lit and has a painted domed ceiling, giving it a Bohemian-like atmosphere. With delectable cakes, good coffee and friendly service, you and your loved one may choose to spend a leisurely afternoon at a corner in this cosy cafe. Given the affordably-priced food and drinks, the wallets of you and your loved one will not suffer too!

5. Home-dining experience with the locals

If you do not fancy dining out in a restaurant, how about dining with the locals in their homes! There are friendly hosts in Berlin can plan a romantic meal for you and your other half and tailor the menu to suit the dietary needs and preferences of the both you. For example, rather than having a gourmet-dining experience in a restaurant, you and your loved one may enjoy one on the terrace with Pete.

Or if you prefer a more international atmosphere and would like to get to meet people from around the world, book a dinner party with Deborah! You may also book a dining experience with Pelin if you and your loved one fancy fusion cuisine!

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