If you’re into all things esoteric and find yourself in Helsinki, Unio Mystica is an absolute must-visit for a woo-woo souvenir.…
Keep ReadingI live a stone’s throw away from Prahran Market, the centuries-old market in Melbourne. It has been my market ever since I moved to Australia. I know the market like the back of my hand. Heavy hipster vibes, cute dogs tied outside, friendly sellers, and plenty of food tasting, there is so much to…
Keep Readingvisiting Badung Market, or any other Bali traditional market guarantees a refreshing side of the over-commercialized Bali.…
Keep ReadingBoozed up by the sake I started observing the beer lady, who I assumed is the owner of the Izakaya. She might be the jolliest Japanese I have ever met.…
Keep ReadingWhen I penned my farewell to Tokyo’s Tsukiji Fish Market I thought that was it. That I’d have to relive cherished moments of the largest fish market in the world — from witnessing the legendary tuna auction to eating sushi breakfast at 5 AM – just in my mind. That I’d never experience the…
Keep ReadingI was standing in the middle of a souvenir store inside the Takasaki train station when a cup caught my attention. Mogu Cup was written on the label together with the Yen symbol followed by a few digits, but no other description except for the name of the crafter, Hokuto 59. The beautifully crafted…
Keep ReadingThe best way to visit Springvale Market is to research, explore and discover the unique things or get a local friend to show you around.…
Keep ReadingIf there is one event In Melbourne that I haven’t missed since I moved here more than three years ago, it’s the Melbourne Night Noodle Market. I have been here with Fafa, with Amma, and even just by myself. Today, marking the fourth year I visited the night market, I came with my colleague,…
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Keep ReadingThere is a little art and crafts gallery in Odense in a corner of the Hans Christian Andersen Museum quarter. I stumbled upon it by chance while trying to find a place to start our day’s drinking session. Odense is located to the west of Copenhagen. The idea to visit Odense was rather spontaneous.…
Keep ReadingLast Saturday I went to the Queen Victoria Market Foodie Tour by myself. I booked it months ago and yesterday, when I woke up with a massive hangover, I almost cancelled it. But, I am glad I didn’t give in to my laziness and poor planning because the food did help to tone down…
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