How to buy a Japanese cooking knife in Sakai
How about a top-notch cooking knife as a long-lasting useful souvenir from your Japan trip? This post is about where to view the production process and then shop for a Japanese cooking knife in Sakai
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How to buy a beautiful authentic Laguiole knife
This post details how to recognise authentic Laguiole knives, explains where and how Laguiole knives are produced, and where to shop for them. It concentrates on buying directly from one of France’s Laguiole knife producers in laguiole or Espalion, beautiful places in Southern France well worth a visit
A fun trip to Laguiole, the French knife paradise
You may have heard of the famous French Laguiole knives with their distinctive bee decoration. If you like cooking and fine cutlery, visit Laguiole and watch artisanal knife production in this beautiful village in Southern France, well off the beaten track and easy to visit by car!
My Quest to find the best dessert in Kyoto
On a quest to find the best dessert in Kyoto? Let’s search together! A work in progress, this post introduces you to some outstanding dessert restaurants of Kyoto, and give you an introduction to classic Japanese desserts.
See Armenia the Easy Way: Best Day Trips from Yerevan
Did you know that you can see most of Armenia’s famous sights on day trips from YErevan? This post details some great day trips from Yerevan, including practical information on transport and how to organise tours
Finding Vegetarian Food in Japan – Mission Impossible or Easy as Pie?
Being a vegetarian or vegan when travelling in Japan can be a bit challenging, but with a list of foods and a bit of Japanese it is not impossible. This post will suggest vegetarian-friendly foods and advise how to avoid fish and meat products when travelling in japan.
How much does a 10-Day Japan trip cost?
How much is a trip to Japan? Well… it may cost less than you expect! Start with a reasonably priced flight, consider travel outside the main season, and book well in advance! This post is a spending breakdown of ten days, travelling on a moderate budget, taking in two major festivals
10 Things that make your Japan trip easy!
Have you thought of visiting Japan? It’s currently my favourite destination, but Japan and I go back a long time… 20 years, in fact! Here are ten things that make your Japan trip easy, and I hope I can encourage you to visit.
Unjetlagging in Sakai
Visit Sakai if you land in Kansai Airport, and you prefer a soft landing, full of food, comfy beds and Japanese attractions… then buy a superb handcrafted kitchen knife from one of its many workshops.
How to prepare for your Japan Trip
A short and concise post about preparation for a Japan trip. Japan is one of the safest countries to visit, and it does not the much to prepare for an independent trip on a self-made itinerary. Here are my concise tips on transport, money, accommodation and being a good tourist in this wonderful country.
Cool Oman mini road trip to Al Hamra and Nizwa
On a mini road trip in Oman, I explore beyond Muscat, visiting culturally and naturally rich destinations like Nizwa, Bahla, and Al Hamra. Highlights include the UNESCO-listed Bahla Fortress, charming traditional villages, and bustling souks, all easily navigated by a hired car for an immersive two to three-day journey.
How to transfer in comfort at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport
Have you ever transferred through Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (IATA Code: SAW) ? If so, how did you find it? If you are heading from Europe to destinations in the Middle East and Asia on a budget, you may inevitably pass through it at some …
Travels with my Godmother: Bangkok Shopping and Eating
So, what happened after we had finally passed the Thai border after our minivan trip from Kampot? Bangkok Shopping and Eating seemed a long way away – 400km to be exact. We were stranded on the Thai side of the border, 90km separating us from …
On finding Vegetarian food in Uzbekistan – I should be so lucky
Can you find Vegetarian food in Uzbekistan in easily? I would say it is one of the harder countries for me, but then, I have never been to South America or elsewhere Central Asia. So, the answer is, Vegetarian food in Uzbekistan in relatively easily …
A short break on Sithonia, Chalkidiki
It was official: We had a bad summer. Our family marred by illness, most of the holiday we had planned didn’t happen. So, in the midst of my annual leave, both the husband and I were home, slightly stressed, watching the weather in Germany cool …
