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Soul food has its origin in African American culture and is popular in the American south. Some say the term “soul food” originated in the 1960s when “soul” was a widely used adjective to describe African American culture. As New Yorkers, there’s no need to travel south to get your fill of authentic American soul
Christmas is a special time in New York City. Although overrun with tourists flocking to see the famous Rockefeller Center Christmas tree, it’s difficult not to get caught up in the spirit of the holiday season. From street signs to souvenir shops, stores on Fifth Avenue didn’t spare any expense in welcoming the holiday season. Burberry‘s
Ok, so technically Koh Panyee is not floating; it’s a Muslim fishing village built on stilts in the shallow water of Phang Nga Bay, Thailand. Koh Panyee was settled around 200 years ago and there are between 1,500 and 2,000 current residents. Koh Panyee remains relatively insulated from the outside world. While Koh Panyee was initially
While we would all love to have as much time as possible to explore a city, sometimes we’re forced to make the most of a short period of time. So what happens if you only have 2 days in Tokyo? Here’s what you can’t miss: Sushi. Tokyo is home to some of the best raw
Amphawa Floating Market Amphawa Floating Market is one of the true gems of Thailand. I arrived at Amphawa via tuk tuk from the 7-11 outside of the Maeklong Railway Market (scroll down for directions). I was the only non-Thai in the tuk tuk and, truth be told, I had no idea if I was going to the
Phang Nga Bay rests between Krabi, on the Malay Peninsula of Thailand, and the island of Phuket. Easily accessible from Krabi, Phi Phi and Phuket, Phang Nga Bay boasts one of the most stunning landscapes in the world. Phang Nga Bay is most widely known for its limestone cliffs, which seem to jet straight out
In addition to being a center for culture and history, Harlem is home to some of the best restaurants in New York City. While soul food reigns supreme, Harlem’s bakeries should not be overlooked. No matter what fancies your sweet tooth, you can find it at a Harlem bakery. Best Rugelach – Lee Lee’s Baked
There’s no shortage of fantastic sushi restaurants in New York. But, as good as they are, they will never compare to the fresh sushi and seafood in Japan. Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo is the largest wholesale fish and seafood market in the world. Food porn everywhere. Inner Market This is where dealers purchase fish directly
The Maeklong Railway Market is a peculiar Thai market located about 70 kilometers outside Bangkok (scroll down for directions from Bangkok). The 2 hour trip from Bangkok is a bit dodgy, but totally worth it. Some background: The market was in existence prior to the railway, and when the Thai government decided to build a