Khao Khluk Kapi is a feast for the eyes. The array of colours on the plate like a painter’s palate only begin to do justice to this ultimately simple rice dish. Multiple textures and flavours, a balance between sweet, salty, sour, bitter, umami and spice make this one of my go to dishes, especially when … More Thai Eats – Khao Khluk Kapi
Only about 25 kilometers from the Burmese border, set amongst the mountains blanketed in lush jungle Sangkhlaburi lies off the well-trodden path that most take around this spectacular country. A place with few foreigners, but instead many Thai tourists escaping the cities come here as an almost secret getaway. Home to serene picturesque landscape, both … More Sangkhlaburi, Thailand
Greasy Spoon – Breakfast Bar and Chip Shop In complete relaxation looking out over the view from the High Bar, I had met someone who had recommended this place, but most importantly mentioned that they serve black pudding. I was in… I had to check this out. Just about every place under the sun here … More Greasy Spoon – Koh Tao, Thailand
Hail to this renowned salad in all its glory. Holder of the quintessential flavours of Thai cuisine. We as travelers and locals alike bow down to you… or at least I do. As you may be able to tell I quite like som tam. I see it on nearly every menu, lots of street stalls, … More Thai Eats – Som Tam (Papaya Salad)
I came to Kanchanaburi for the first time somewhat by fluke. I had met up with a good friend who was in the midst of guiding a tour around and tagged along for a few weeks. Sure enough this brought me here, but not to the Jolly Frog quite yet. Out one night at the Sugar … More Jolly Frog – Kanchanaburi, Thailand
Bowhead whales at 11 o’clock, more at 9 o’clock. They were appearing everywhere around us, with bursts of air from their heavy breath, mist spraying a dozen feet in the crisp Arctic air sparkling in the summer sun. A powerful noise made by a dozen whales surrounding you. The sound of a giant grumbling while … More Igloolik Expedition 2016 – Part 2
I’d only arrived back in Iqaluit a mere 12 hours prior and I was back at the airport on my way to my initial expedition. With a quick stop in Halls Beach, it was just a short jump between islands and there I was… Igloolik. I was looking forward to this for a few different … More Igloolik Expedition 2016 – Part 1