Arrival in Dong Hoi and the weather is not great.
I took over Couchfish for a week, bringing readers to Central Vietnam along the former Demilitarized Zone. Continue reading Couchfish Day 93: Gearing up
A moveable feast: Missing the joys of dining out in Southeast Asia
Coronavirus has the world examining and reimagining food
After reading “Life-Changing Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs”, I knew I had a problem.
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Soapbox: Battling the spread of Coronavirus in Mexico
With Coronavirus spreading across Canada and the United States, it is only a matter of time before it hits Mexico. My thoughts on living in Mexico during the Coronavirus pandemic and the country’s greatest obstacle to battling the spread.
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An obsession with khao soi, Lao rice noodles
Updated November 4, 2024
Khao soi are flat rice noodles, commonly served in a namesake noodle soup heaped with a bolognese of pork and fermented soybean paste.
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Travel Switzerland on a Budget
Switzerland is an expensive country but there are ways for visitors to save money. Here’s an in-depth guide on how to travel Switzerland on a budget. Continue reading Travel Switzerland on a Budget
Essay: The journey so far and the most interesting place in the world
In October 2017, The New York Times announced they were hiring a “writer at large” for an ambitious stint: to visit every single destination on their list of 52 places to travel in 2018, producing stories about each location and life on the road. Continue reading Essay: The journey so far and the most interesting place in the world
Khao poon, the noodle of Laos
Updated November 4, 2024
A mouthwatering look at khao poon, the noodle of Laos.
Two days in Djerba
Tunisia’s Mediterranean island delights with seaside promenades, desert landscape, old souks and traditional handicraft.
The tree of luck: the art of basketry on Djerba
Driving from Djerba airport, it doesn’t take long for a visitor to notice that palms dot the island. Sprouting from the dry, sandy earth, each plant is a star burst of tough spiky branches. For centuries artisans have been transforming palm leaves into baskets, mats and more. Continue reading The tree of luck: the art of basketry on Djerba
Shopping in Djerba
The tranquil island of Djerba is known for its beach resorts, traditional architecture, and culture and people distinct from the rest of Tunisia. It’s also famed for its souk, a shopping paradise for visitors. Here’s a guide to shopping in Djerba. Continue reading Shopping in Djerba