First Timer’s Seoul Itinerary for 5 Days (+ Interactive Map)
When people start doing research for their trip to Seoul, often they tell me they were immediately struck by just how big it is. Places …
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19 Best Chocolate Shops in Seoul, South Korea: A Local’s Guide
Korea’s certainly not the first place you think of visiting when you dream of rich, melty chocolate, but it should come to mind. I’ve lived …
All About Cacao Pulp: Where to Find Cacao Liquor Around the World
I’ll never forget my first taste of fresh cacao, sour and floral and so much sweeter than I had anticipated. I was so surprised at …
What Is Ruby Chocolate? How It’s Made, Ruby Cocoa, & FAQ.
Ever since ruby chocolate was revealed at a Shanghai trade show in 2017, the ever-wandering eye of the public has been curious about pink chocolate. …
South Korea Itinerary: 2 Weeks Or Less (From A Local)
I have so many feelings about South Korea. Two weeks in Korea? Try three years. That’s how long I lived there, discovering the country’s beautiful …
Local’s Guide to Where To Stay In Seoul
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 …
Where To Find Affordable Kobe Beef In Kobe, Japan
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 …
Where To Stay In Busan + Itinerary From A Local
For Koreans, spending a weekend in Busan is a popular getaway, especially from Seoul. It’s got the beach & ocean vistas, abundant seafood, and the …
Where To Stay in Jeju (From A Local)
I’m currently planning my fourth trip to Jeju Island, so I figured it was time to give this post an update! Even if you only …
Sabah Chocolate: Kota Kinabalu Chocolate Shop Guide
Malaysian Borneo is an absolutely stunning place. I can’t speak to any of the rest of the island, as I’ve never been, but I was …