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Eating Snake in Le Mat, Hanoi – Snakes on a Plate in Hanoi’s Snake Village

January 14, 2020

I’ve had the luxury or misfortune, depending on your view, of visiting the Snake Village in Le Mat, Hanoi on 3 separate occasions. Each experience was different, with one commonality. It involved snakes on a plate. 7 km from central Hanoi, the Snake village is only a short drive away. For a culinary adventurer, eating … More Eating Snake in Le Mat, Hanoi – Snakes on a Plate in Hanoi’s Snake Village

Hoi An, Vietnam

June 10, 2016

Picturesque, calm, preserved and silk induced, this town of tailors is a UNESCO World Heritage city in Central Vietnam. Myself, it has been a place of rest and relaxation in a country full of seemingly chaotic cities, as well as a place of indulgence. While the hundreds of tailors can be overwhelming at times, it … More Hoi An, Vietnam

In Search of Thang Co – Horse Soup

May 21, 2016

I had been back in Hanoi now about a week and was talking to a local about the obscure or exotic eats in the area or surrounding regions. Of the many suggestions made, this one soup in particular sparked my interest. I was pointed north, high up in the secluded mountains of North Vietnam. Amongst … More In Search of Thang Co – Horse Soup

2015’s Memorable Eats

January 10, 2016

I’ve been on an edible journey for many years now. It started with the development of my passion for food and cooking. However, the past two years this journey had taken somewhat of a different trajectory. From working strictly towards becoming a chef to now following my stomach on a more global food trail. Primarily … More 2015’s Memorable Eats

HIGH Points of 2015

December 27, 2015

2015 was another year of unforgettable experiences. From Southeast Asia to the Arctic, it brought me to some places I definitely didn’t plan and taught me a lot. Full of spontaneity, new and old places, great friends and food. I really can’t ask for much more! I started the year out by returning to Vietnam. … More HIGH Points of 2015

Hai Van Pass – Hue to Hoi An

August 4, 2015

A city bleeding its history of grief and turmoil, one really can feel the pain emanating from the walls of the Imperial city of Hue. I’ve read accounts of people saying they felt or had haunted dreams. As Anthony Bourdain said, “Hue is, in many ways, a city of ghosts, of memories and spirits.” Not … More Hai Van Pass – Hue to Hoi An

A Valley Unknown – Mai Chau

July 31, 2015

Only a few hours southeast of Hanoi, over the mountains lies a valley of green pastures, a quaint farming village and a local ethnic feel unlike many other places I’ve travelled. As much as I have a love for Hanoi, I wanted to get away for a couple days. I had already been to the … More A Valley Unknown – Mai Chau

Must Try Street Food Of Hanoi

July 30, 2015

Hanoi is one of my favorite cities in Southeast Asia. A place I could see myself settle for a period of time. Not forever I’m sure, but until whatever is in my blood decides to tell me to move on. I have now been here twice, spending just under a month in total. This time … More Must Try Street Food Of Hanoi

Overland Route from Laos To Vietnam – An Unexpected 36 Hours

July 29, 2015

Well there was always this dreaded bus I’d heard nothing but horror stories about after my first trip to Southeast Asia. Luang Prabang to Hanoi. Unfortunately I missed Laos my first time around, but was on my way through and that bus route was my way out. This route is known for a 24 hour … More Overland Route from Laos To Vietnam – An Unexpected 36 Hours

Snake Village, Hanoi – Snakes on a Plate

July 17, 2015

01/28/2012 – My eyes shot open from the nap I thought would become a coma. Disoriented, with no concept of time, I only knew the sun had gone down. Squinting and working to hold myself up, I slowly felt my way down the bright, vacant corridor. I made it to the door on the end, … More Snake Village, Hanoi – Snakes on a Plate

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