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Keep ReadingVisiting Bali? Here are some Bali food-related activities (yes, mostly eating) that are my favourite and repeatedly recommended to friends and family. Enjoy! Dare Yourself to Eat A Plate of Nasi Pedas I have previously written more about Balinese cuisine Nasi Pedas (spicy mixed rice) on the blog. Check it out if you want…
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Keep ReadingLena is the founder of Nagoya Foodie Tour and blog. Originally from Munich, Germany she has been living in Japan for around 5 years. She used to live in Tokyo, Japan’s capital but didn’t like it that much because it is a very big, loud, and crowded city. Last year Lena and her husband…
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