Shanghai is home to a delightful little bar by the name of Jackie’s Beer Nest. The small space centers around a beer hall-style wooden table with benches along all four sides, meant to encourage sharing and camaraderie. One wall is lined with floor-to-ceiling shelves filled with imported beer liquors and an impressive selection of Scotch. The back […]
Destinations
Turkish Delights at Garlic, Shanghai
Of all the latest restaurant openings in Shanghai, I was most excited about Garlic and its reportedly authentic Turkish food. While I have yet to visit Turkey, I have eaten my way across Greece and acquired a fondness for Eastern Mediterranean cuisine. I even make my own hummus! Stepping through Garlic’s doors, we were hit […]
Brunch at Cuivre: Modern French Cuisine in Shanghai
The results of the 2012 Shanghai expat magazine awards are in, and new restaurant Cuivre cleaned up: Best Newcomer and Best French as well as the coveted Restaurant of the Year. It also made the latest Best Brunch list so clearly we had to give it a go. Cuivre features a good-value brunch set at […]
Bangkok: Off the Beaten Path
Bangkok has a fantastic array of glittering temples that are sure to keep you busy during your stay. But the temples tend to run together, especially after you’ve been out in the blistering heat and humidity for a while. Temple fatigue is real. If you need a break from the bling, check out these alternative […]
Wat Phra Kaew and the Grand Palace, Bangkok
The dazzling jewel in Bangkok’s crown is Wat Phra Kaew, the most important of all the temples in Thailand. It was built in 1784 when the city was established as the seat of the monarchy and the country’s capital. Dripping with ornamentation and royal symbolism, Wat Phra Kaew is a fitting home for the Emerald […]