Bebek Bengil Crispy Duck Nusa Dua in Bali, Indonesia

An icon in Bali, Bebek Bengil Crispy Duck has many locations throughout Indonesia; we visited the Nusa Dua location. Bebek Bengil (Dirty Duck Diner) thankfully does not live up to its namesake. The seating is wide and open, and far from dirty.

Warung Pondok Madu in Bali, Indonesia

My first introduction to Balinese cuisine should have been at Warung Pondok Madu instead of an airport cafe version of Nasi Goreng (Indonesian fried rice). Touted as the best bbq local pork ribs in Ubud, it certainly does not disappoint. The pork is well balanced with savory and sweet and smokiness, marinated with great care and falling apart from the bone. The way I gush about this pork is sincere, given that barbecue meat is not a favorite meal of mine.

Travel, FoodYafen LiangAugust 4, 2020travel, food, warung pondok madu, bali, indonesia, ubud, ribs, pork, pork ribs, bbq, barbecue, nasi goreng, fried rice, warung, vegetarian, veganComment

Einstein au Jardin in Bern, Switzerland

An unassuming, tiny little spot in Bern, Einstein au Jardin offers incredible views for the price of a hot coffee or tea. My ginger lemon tea was incredibly fresh and my friend’s cappuccino was exquisitely made.

FoodYafen LiangFebruary 21, 2020food, city, einstein au jardin, bern, switzerland, aare, aare river Comment

Délices Érable & Cie in Montréal, Canada

Canada and perhaps Montréal specifically has a long history of being the world’s foremost maple syrup producer. The amber colored thick sweetener has a distinct taste and is often associated with pancakes and other desserts. The sap is extracted from trees and boiled down to make syrup. Déices Érable & Cie is a well known destination for locals and tourists alike to get their fix of maple syrup goodies.

Food, TravelYafen LiangNovember 13, 2019food, city, maple syrup, maple, syrup, montreal, canada, delices erable and cie, ice cream, day 1 in montrealComment

L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele in Naples, Italy

The mouthwatering taste of this perfect pizza still lingers after two years. Elizabeth Gilbert raves about it in her Eat, Pray, Love novel, sending tourists flocking to this seasoned spot. Established in 1870, this pizzeria claims to make the best pizza in Naples and the world. The United States outpost opened its doors in Spring of 2019 in Los Angeles. The bubbling cheese, fresh basil, yeasty dough, and fresh tomato fills the area with a tantalizing aroma.

FoodYafen LiangOctober 24, 2019italy, food, l'antica pizzeria da michele, naples, pizzaComment

Churros and Chocolate in Barcelona, Spain

One of the must have desserts in Barcelona is Churros and Chocolate. This delectable combination differs from place to place. Barcelona's version features a very thick chocolate, usually more bitter than sweet, and short fried churros either plain or dusted with powdered sugar.

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Poppie's Fish and Chips in London, England

Poppie's Fish and Chips is a staple for Britain's most famous dish consisting of fried battered fish and what we call fries. It's a common fast food or take away food in the UK. Some of the best fish and chips platters can be found in local shops, but Poppie's is a nice chain restaurant. They have a varied menu with everything from jellied eels to mushy peas to roast chicken. And of course the famous fish and chips which come in cod or haddock.

Travel, FoodYafen LiangJanuary 23, 2018travel, food, fish and chips, seafood, british, london, england, uk, united kingdom, camden, camden town, spitalfields, soho, cod, haddockComment

Travel Itinerary: Day 3 in Rome, Italy

Day 3 in Rome, Italy. Exclusive itinerary to take you around the city of Rome, Italy.

Travel Itinerary: A Weekend on Block Island

One of my favorite things to do during summertime is find a place for a nice weekend getaway so I can see a new place without breaking into the vacation bank. It's an island, decently sized for a good hour moped ride or five hour bike ride (crazy hills at times though) and perhaps way to big to stroll around (though it's possible). This itinerary is a bit different than my usual ones. There's way less walking, and a more casual listing of what to do on the island.