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City Guides, South Africa · August 21, 2025

Where to Eat in Paternoster: My 8 Favorite Restaurants

Paternoster might be famous for its whitewashed fishermen’s cottages, beautiful beaches, and small-town charm, but one of the best reasons to visit is the food. Sure, there’s plenty to keep you busy, but if you’re a foodie, eating your way…

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Street view of a FamilyMart in Taiwan, located on GuangHua East Street, with the recognizable green, blue, and white signage beneath a modern tan brick building.

Taiwan, Tips & Inspo · May 2, 2025

What to Eat at FamilyMart Taiwan: Best Snacks & Drinks

Everyone always talks about how cool 7-Eleven is in Taiwan — fun themed stores, a huge selection of snacks and drinks, and the magical iBon machine that lets you buy tickets, scan documents, and even return Shein orders. And yeah,…

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Taiwan, Tips & Inspo · July 13, 2021

13 Delicious Taiwan Drinks to Try (+ How to Order Them)

Ask any local what drink to try in Taiwan, and chances are the answer will be bubble milk tea. Although bubble milk tea is undoubtedly the most famous Taiwanese drink, Taiwan actually has a whole host of lip-smackingly delicious beverages…

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Taiwan, Tips & Inspo · July 10, 2021

12 Taiwan Night Markets with the Best Taiwanese Street Food

To really get acquainted with Taiwan, you’ve got to understand its food culture. And what better place to do just that than at its bustling night markets! Night markets are a BIG deal in Taiwan. In fact, there are more…

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Asia, Indonesia · September 12, 2020

Best Places to Eat in Ubud: 13 Restaurants You Can’t Miss

Looking for the best places to eat in Ubud? These 13 gorgeous Ubud restaurants have it all — from beautiful views and magnificent settings to lip-smackingly delicious food! It might be hard to believe, but there’s so much more to…

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girl eating snacks in singapore

Asia, Singapore · July 21, 2018

5 Epic Snacks to Try in Singapore

Wondering which Singapore snacks to try or buy on your trip? If so, you’re in luck! This post sets out 5 of my favorite snacks to try on your visit! One of my absolute favorite things to do when I’m…

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colorful fruit of taiwan

Taiwan · August 7, 2017

5 Taiwanese Fruit You Simply Gotta Try in Taiwan

One thing locals and expats particularly enjoy about living in Taiwan is the wide variety of fresh Taiwanese fruit available throughout the island. Taiwan is home to bananas, apples, citrus, grapes, guavas, watermelons, and every other single fruit you know…

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