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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
01/24/2012 – “Hold on sir.” As the customs official looks curiously at my passport and waves over some more suits. Oh shit, I’ve been red flagged. They’re talking and pointing at me, now they’re walking this way. I can see the door, should I run for it. Okay, so really my passport was just damaged. … More Hanoi – A Week I’ll Never Forget… If I Could Only Remember