Colonial style architecture and decor. I love it. It reminds me of my first first to Florida and the Caribbean. So a happy memory of sorts, as those places were always synonymous with vacation. I visited Galle in Sri Lanka for the first time not too long ago, where I visited the old city center or […]
So when you think of Japan, Geishas come to mind, right? I think most people who read the book or saw the film adaptation of “Memoirs of a Geisha” have a bit of an fascination with the orange gates so vividly shown. A couple of year’s back New York’s Central Park was home to a […]
While in Japan, you have to visit an Izakaya – a must while in Japan. They are everywhere and are the equivalent of the go to after work spot for many of us in the west. Casual places for after-work drinking and socializing. This was one my my favorite while In Kyoto. Unfortunately, I do no […]
Matsunosuke, Kyoto Japan Fluffy American style pancakes in a kitsch setting reminiscent of America’s New England. In Japan? Did you ever? Well, yes, Matsunosuke Cafe in Kyoto offers just that. The American flag and apple pie included. I visited this cafe for breakfast on my last morning in Kyoto before heading back to Tokyo. Matsunoskue […]
Now, I know what you are thinking…. $15 for toast? Are you out of your mind or as my mom would say, “Did You Ever?” But, yes, and I am ashamed to admit. I paid $15 for toast in Tokyo. But this my friends, is not your ordinary toast. First, to give you some […]
Craftissimo – A Quaint Craft Beer Shop In addition to offering a wide selection of local and global craft beers. The quaint shop located at the end of an alley also sold other local products such as chocolates (although, I am not too sure how chocolate would pair with beer), but hey you never know. […]
Nov Coffee & Roaster – Hong Kong Great cites and great coffee go hand in hand. Right? Well, at least I think so. On a recent visit to Hong Kong, I came across a number of options to get your caffeinated fix. Close to LKF and Hollywood Blvd and just off the main path was NOC Coffee […]