Taiwan is strongly associated with China, as citizens of both countries speak Mandarin, and China actually claims Taiwan as a territory. But ask any Taiwanese person where they're from, and they'll introduce themselves as Taiwanese, not Chinese. This …
Spending 7 days in Taiwan is perfect for seeing the country's varied landscapes, sampling local dishes, and getting a handle on the island's complex history. While most people start & end their visit in Taipei, I'd actually recommend getting off …
Seoul has a little something for everyone, whether you're a history buff, a foodie, or a lifelong lover of K-pop. The city is one of the biggest in the world, so when it comes to where to stay in Seoul, it's important to keep in mind what you want to …
How are "cacao" and "cocoa" different?As a chocolate writer, I get this question all the time, and the answer is quite simple: cacao and cocoa are the same word in different languages. It's a bit of a debate in the craft chocolate industry as to …
It's the 1950's; your country is poor and in the throes of recovery from WWII— but in the south, there's the promise of land.The Japanese occupied the Philippines for 3 years, and after they were forced out, the country was devastated. Many …
Have you ever wanted to wander through a lavender field in full bloom, and then lamented not being in Europe in the summertime? Enter: Hani Lavender Farm. Welcome to the late springtime flower fields of your dreams, located just south of the DMZ, in …
Happy World Chocolate Day! In honor of this sacred, completely arbitrarily-chosen date, here are the best places to buy craft chocolate online. We go from the best craft chocolate on Amazon to online craft chocolate retailers (sorted by country). …
Japan is a place where people will pay a eighty bucks for a melon, five dollars for a chocolate truffle, and fork over hundreds for less than a pound of beef. I've never before witnessed such absurdity in pursuit of exclusivity. But I don't blame …
In researching chocolate shops in Manila, I re-started the process several times. I couldn't seem to find any chocolate makers in Manila, or even get a good idea of where Manila begins & ends. It turns out that over the years, the metropolis …
Korean chocolate is a topic close to my heart, as I've been living in South Korea for the last three years, and watched the local market blossom. However, South Korea is rarely— if ever— associated with great chocolate. It's not that Korean chocolate …
