One thing I really looked forward to during our Fukuoka trip was the classic konbini haul. It’s our little tradition to drop by 7-Eleven, Lawson, or Family Mart before heading back to the hotel and check out what cool, weird, or interesting stuff we could try. This time, I decided to step it up a
One thing I really looked forward to during our Fukuoka trip was doing a konbini haul. It has always been our routine to stop by Japanese convenience stores, whether it’s 7-Eleven, Lawson, or Family Mart, to discover unique finds before heading back to our hotel each day. This time, I was inspired by konbini hacks
One thing I really looked forward to during our Fukuoka trip was doing a konbini haul. It has always been our routine to stop by Japanese convenience stores, whether it’s 7-Eleven, Lawson, or Family Mart, to discover unique finds before heading back to our hotel each day. This time, I was inspired by konbini hacks
In a world full of preservatives, it’s hard to remember the last time I had a truly natural cucumber lemonade from a restaurant. While I do enjoy the cucumber lemonades served in many places, they often taste like they came straight from a powdered mix rather than freshly juiced ingredients. But everything changed when I
Tostilocos is one of those wild, flavor-packed street foods that makes you wonder how did chips get this exciting. I first learned about it from the Netflix show Heavenly Bites: Mexico, where they featured this snack in an episode that perfectly summed it up: “More than just chips.” And truly, it is. Tostilocos is a glorious
I’ve always known deep down in my mind that something called “Jacket Potato” existed and I was pretty sure it had to be good. I mean, it’s potato and cheese, how can it not be? But it wasn’t until I stumbled upon SpudBros on TikTok that I truly saw how glorious a fully loaded Jacket
Monte Cristo – a name that sounds fancy but is really just a glorified ham and cheese sandwich that took a delicious dip in egg batter before getting fried to golden perfection. It’s crispy, melty, sweet, and savory all at once, making it a classic comfort food with a little extra flair. But instead of
Think of Caipirinha as Brazil’s answer to the Mojito. It is refreshing, citrusy, and perfect for a warm day. But while a Mojito leans on rum and mint for its signature flavor, Caipirinha takes a different route with cachaça, a sugarcane-based spirit that gives it a distinct kick. No mint, no soda, just lime, sugar, ice,
Feijoada is more than just a stew. It’s Brazil’s national dish, a comforting and hearty blend of beans, pork, and chorizo simmered to perfection. While it’s most famous in Brazil, it actually traces its origins back to Portugal, where variations of this rich, flavorful dish are also enjoyed. I first learned about Feijoada while watching
Mac and cheese doesn’t have to be just a simple mix of macaroni and cheese. It can be so much more! And if you think comfort food can’t be healthy, think again. By adding squash, this classic dish gets a nutritious twist without sacrificing its cheesy goodness. Squash blends seamlessly into the sauce, adding a
