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"In Scotland, we don't go in for that lazy criticism, not even in an ironic way"

Vittles • 238 implied HN points • 21 Feb 25
🍲 Food & Drink Local Cuisine Culinary Trends Food culture
  1. Scottish cuisine has changed a lot in recent years and is no longer mocked for its food. Instead, people see Scotland as having amazing ingredients and chefs.
  2. There is a focus on using local Scottish produce and cooking techniques like preservation that are gaining popularity. This keeps the food scene exciting and innovative.
  3. Chitra Ramaswamy, a restaurant critic, brings a unique perspective as the only critic dedicated to Scotland's food culture. Her reviews reflect a deep appreciation for the country and its evolving culinary identity.

The Keeping Kitchen is my second home.

Kate Hill's Gascon Year Journals • 1218 implied HN points • 19 Oct 24
🍲 Food & Drink Culinary Arts Food Preservation Cooking techniques Gastronomy Local Cuisine
  1. The Keeping Kitchen is a specially designed space meant for cooking and preserving food. It focuses on being practical and easy to clean, with everything organized and visible.
  2. These kitchens play a big role in traditional French country living, being used for tasks like canning and making products to store for winter. They help create a flow of preserved food for the year.
  3. The Kitchen is also a place for teaching and sharing cooking knowledge, with courses in butchery and charcuterie. It encourages planning ahead for meals and using supplies creatively.

A Puerto Rico Itinerary

From the Desk of Alicia Kennedy • 1081 implied HN points • 13 Mar 23
🏝 Travel Sightseeing Local Cuisine Cultural experiences
  1. Developing an itinerary for a culinary tourism class in Puerto Rico involved a mix of politics, agriculture, and culinary excursions.
  2. Meeting the challenge of teaching the course was made easier by having supportive students and a fantastic teaching assistant.
  3. The itinerary included visits to community-driven nonprofits, former sugarcane plantations, local distilleries, markets, and local restaurants highlighting Puerto Rican cuisine.
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🔓 Unlock the Best of Bangkok's Events!

Digest // Storefronts of Bangkok • 99 implied HN points • 21 Mar 24
🏝 Travel Events Entertainment Cultural experiences Local Cuisine
  1. Experience the old town of Bangkok at HELLO OLD TOWN 2024 event, showcasing the city's timeless charm and vibrancy with live music and workshops.
  2. Don't miss the chance to witness the debut of 7CIRCLE in Bangkok presented by RIOTNOX, promising innovative techno and industrial music experiences.
  3. Join the Soho District Party NYC Edition 2024 at Fraser Suites Sukhumvit for a lively event blending Bangkok's dynamic essence with the vibrant energy of New York City.

The City of Light

Seven Senses • 279 implied HN points • 21 Jun 23
🏝 Travel Travel tips Destinations Cultural experiences Local Cuisine
  1. Paris is both a familiar and exciting place for visitors, offering a mix of comfort and novelty. People can enjoy the beauty of the city while feeling like tourists, even if they have local connections.
  2. The guide focuses on unique experiences in Paris instead of the typical tourist spots. It features seven of each: sights, sounds, smells, tastes, touches, balancing methods, and images, to help travelers enjoy the city fully.
  3. This travel guide is available only to paying subscribers, showing the creator's effort and dedication to providing quality content. Supporting the publication allows readers to access exclusive material.

no. 54: thinner than porter

let them eat cake • 319 implied HN points • 22 May 22
🍲 Food & Drink Food culture Local Cuisine
  1. Kway chap, a Singaporean dish, offers a unique dining experience with its long queues and variety of ingredients like pork innards and rice noodles.
  2. The process of waiting in line at a hawker stall for kway chap involves observing the bustling environment, from ordering to receiving the food.
  3. The complexity of flavors in kway chap, along with its textural variety and symbolic value, makes it a deeply satisfying dish worth the inconvenience.

A trip to Luxembourg, the weirdest country in Europe?

One bag many places • 19 implied HN points • 10 Apr 24
🏝 Travel City exploration Cultural experience Local Cuisine
  1. Luxembourg's unique mix of beauty and uneasiness makes it an intriguing but strange place to visit.
  2. Exploring Strasbourg showed a blend of French and German architecture, adding to the city's charm.
  3. Luxembourg's strong focus on work rather than living creates a contrast with other European cities, leaving it feeling somewhat soulless.

A short dream in Paris then a friendly welcome to Zurich

One bag many places • 19 implied HN points • 28 Mar 24
🏝 Travel Europe Adventure Cultural experience Local Cuisine
  1. Wandering around Paris can unveil hidden charm with its unique architecture and atmosphere.
  2. Visiting iconic landmarks like Notre-Dame and the Eiffel Tower can offer new perspectives on history and culture.
  3. Traveling by train provides opportunities to meet interesting people, expand perspectives, and create memorable experiences.

Two returns to Nice via Paris

The ZIPster • 35 implied HN points • 08 Mar 24
🏝 Travel Cycling Local Cuisine
  1. Observing the transformation during 6 weeks post-surgery and enjoying the restored privileges, like cycling and walking, can be rewarding.
  2. Traveling by train from Paris to Nice provides a scenic view of the French countryside while experiencing the well-funded national rail service.
  3. Exploring the coastal towns like Villefranche sur Mer on bike reveals challenges and delights, offering a taste of local delights and picturesque scenery.

Những lá thư từ Barcelona

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 39 implied HN points • 13 Sep 10
🏝 Travel City exploration Cultural experience Local Cuisine Sightseeing Landmarks
  1. Barcelona is more than just a football city, it has a rich history and unique architecture to explore
  2. Transportation in Barcelona is convenient and cost-effective, with options like the metro, trams, buses, and taxis
  3. Exploring the narrow alleyways of Barri Gotic can lead to unexpected encounters and charming discoveries in the ancient city center