The crowded alleys behind Hanoi’s massive Dong Xuan market are a labyrinth of street stalls, tiny shops, and tinier walkways. Throngs of shoppers jostle salesmen, tourists, and the occasional daring motorcycle as it weaves in and out of the masses. In the dizzying heat of the early afternoon sun, two women sit curbside, a basket of steamed crabs between […]
Food
The Japan Rail Pass – One Godzilla of a Deal
Japan is a rich nation – rich in history and culture, traditions and art, geographic diversity and natural beauty. At the same time, it’s a small country with a booming economy and infrastructure to match. There are a veritable smorgasbord of ways to experience all that Japan has to offer. After a whirlwind adventure visiting six […]
A Street Cart Named Desire: Mexico City’s Best Street Food
Widely recognized as one of the best cities for street food in the world, Mexico City is renowned for the diversity of its cuisine and the freshness of its ingredients. It would take a lifetime to sample each tasty dish Mexico City has to offer, a lifetime I would gladly spend in a spicy pork […]