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Is Kimchi Chinese or Korean? Difference between the Two

Afrah F

May 265 min read

Is Kimchi Chinese or Korean? Difference between the Two

Kimchi, a longstanding staple in Korean households have always been the star of Korean food around the world. For real, are you even a...

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European Side or Asian Side: Istanbul Guide - What to know?

Afrah F

May 1610 min read

European Side or Asian Side: Istanbul Guide - What to know?

A trip to Turkey isn't complete without visiting Istanbul. No matter how many times you travel to Turkey, you'll always want to take a...

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Chinese Osmanthus Cake: The Mid-Autumn Moon Magic

Afrah F

May 95 min read

Chinese Osmanthus Cake: The Mid-Autumn Moon Magic

If you're a fan of Chinese dramas, especially historical ones, you've probably seen a sweet treat known as Osmanthus cake often...

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Şalgam Suyu - All About the Beloved Pickle Juice in Turkey

Afrah F

May 25 min read

Şalgam Suyu - All About the Beloved Pickle Juice in Turkey

During our budget 10-day Turkey trip this year, we stumbled upon a pretty unusual drink we'd never encountered before. Spending 7 days...

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What to Pack for Southeast Asia 2024? Asia Travel Essentials

Afrah F

Apr 2111 min read

What to Pack for Southeast Asia 2024? Asia Travel Essentials

Summer's here! What more could we ask for than sun, sea, sand and all things Asian? As we've experienced, the world of travel keeps...

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Lock Throat Peach: The Late 80s' Chinese Candy - Where to find?

Afrah F

Apr 125 min read

Lock Throat Peach: The Late 80s' Chinese Candy - Where to find?

The Chinese yellow lemon-like candy is taking the internet by storm, like how Luk Chup is trending on TikTok. But it turns out, we've...

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What is Zultanite?: A Precious Gem or Another Tourist Trap in Turkey?

Afrah F

Apr 85 min read

What is Zultanite?: A Precious Gem or Another Tourist Trap in Turkey?

Zultanite Gemstone Did your tour guide from the Green Tour in Cappadocia lead you to a gem store to introduce Zultanite? They say that...

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How to apply for Turkey Tourist Visa for Sri Lankans - Personal Experience

Afrah F

Apr 56 min read

How to apply for Turkey Tourist Visa for Sri Lankans - Personal Experience

Since our return from Turkey, we've been flooded with questions about how to apply for Tourist Visas as Sri Lankans. Getting a Tourist...

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Our Budget 10-Day Itinerary in Turkey 2025 - Istanbul & Cappadocia Complete Guide

Afrah F

Apr 216 min read

Our Budget 10-Day Itinerary in Turkey 2025 - Istanbul & Cappadocia Complete Guide

We've seen travellers jetting off to over five cities in Turkey within just two weeks, only to return home feeling like they've barely...

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A Strange Hairy Delicacy - All About Hairy Tofu (Mao Doufu)

Afrah F

Mar 246 min read

A Strange Hairy Delicacy - All About Hairy Tofu (Mao Doufu)

Let me guess, you saw one of those Chinese street snack videos where the woman mixes moldy-looking white cubes with spices. Well, we...

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Afrah F

Mar 1910 min read

Modern Scams To Avoid: Istanbul 2025

We have to agree, travellers heading to Istanbul are bombarded with warnings about scams from all over. Luckily on our trip, we came...

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Tanghulu or Bingtang Hulu: How to Make the Authentic One?

Afrah F

Mar 136 min read

Tanghulu or Bingtang Hulu: How to Make the Authentic One?

Nope, it's not your typical candy apple, nor is it just any candy. Keep reading to find out. Have you scrolled past those tempting...

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Transport in Istanbul: Things you need to know in 2025

Afrah F

Mar 117 min read

Transport in Istanbul: Things you need to know in 2025

We went to Turkey last week and were lucky enough to make it in during the final weeks of the off-season, which meant fewer tourists and...

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Getting to Pasikuda in Sri Lanka: What you need to know before you're here

Afrah F

Feb 77 min read

Getting to Pasikuda in Sri Lanka: What you need to know before you're here

It's the new year, and to kick-start our adventures, we decided to set off on a spontaneous two-day getaway from Colombo to Pasikuda in...

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Rou Jia Mo or Rougamo Bread: All About The World's Oldest Sandwich

Afrah F

Jan 196 min read

Rou Jia Mo or Rougamo Bread: All About The World's Oldest Sandwich

A flaky, crispy flatbread, Rougamo or Roujiamo is yet another Chinese invention that has captured the hearts of foodies across the globe....

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What is Chinese Hanfu?: A 4000-Year Journey Through Time

Afrah F

Oct 7, 20236 min read

What is Chinese Hanfu?: A 4000-Year Journey Through Time

A clothing that survived the battle of time but never received its deserved glory, Hanfu is a gem in the traditional Asian fashion...

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Travel to Kiribati: The Stories of Uauy and Tabwakeiniko

Ryhan Nazim

Sep 10, 20235 min read

Travel to Kiribati: The Stories of Uauy and Tabwakeiniko

Can you travel from London to Paris in just minutes? Yes, you can here in Kiribati, but there's something more sinister hidden here in...

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A Smooth Sea Never Made A Skilled Sailor" Is this statement valid in literal sense?

Ryhan Nazim

Aug 5, 20234 min read

A Smooth Sea Never Made A Skilled Sailor" Is this statement valid in literal sense?

The saying "A calm sea doesn't make a skilled sailor" teaches us that facing tough situations helps us grow. It means challenges are...

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Trying out the thrill rides in Dream World Bangkok (so you don't have to)

Afrah F

Aug 5, 20236 min read

Trying out the thrill rides in Dream World Bangkok (so you don't have to)

Amusement parks are great places to spend some time with friends or family, but not all the experiences found in these parks are meant...

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What do you know about La Tiao? : The Controversial Chinese Snack

Afrah F

Jun 18, 20235 min read

What do you know about La Tiao? : The Controversial Chinese Snack

The spicy strip that sparked some spicy debates! If you've seen rural Chinese shop videos on YouTube or TikTok, this is something you...

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