No matter where you are in the world, festivals are always a calendar event marked in diaries and prepared for months (or even years!) in advance. We love the strong community feel combined with special treats, celebratory activities and a buzzing atmosphere – with Japan being one such country that showcases 200,000 festivals every year! Although there are deep roots linked to China, Japan’s […]
Author: Natalie King
ANZAC Day biscuits recipe & their history
Christmas has roast turkey; Hanukkah has latkes; Chinese New Year has longevity noodles…and ANZAC Day has ANZAC biscuits, with the classic, oat biscuit baked in droves come April 25. While well and truly woven into national cookbooks, the history behind the biscuit can be a little convoluted. For many years, it was widely believed that women back home in Australia and New […]
15 cultural things to do in Japan
Japan is a seriously incredible country that ticks all the boxes when visiting – historic sites? Tick. Delicious food? Tick. Efficient public transport? Tick. Quirky activities? Tick. All this and more are woven together to form a culture that is guaranteed to make anyone fall in love with Japan; leading to travellers yearning for a return trip as soon as they’ve left. We’ve compiled a […]
Four must-visit places in Portugal
The southern end of Europe leads you to Portugal, one of Europe’s sunniest countries. Filled with a vibrant atmosphere not found anywhere else in the world, once you arrive you won’t want to leave! With cobblestone streets, tasty food, genuine locals, and historic sites, we love delving into the heart of Portugal to create a raft of memories. Let’s explore four must-visit places […]
Ten traditional Easter foods from around the world
Chocolate is usually the first food that springs to mind when Easter is mentioned, but we’re here to broaden those horizons with ten traditional Easter foods from around the world! While each country puts their own spin on a tasty treat, what they all have in common is family coming together to share in this […]
10 Delicious Regions in Italy
Che buono! One of the greatest compliments you can give an Italian is of their food. Italy is a diverse country that has an equally diverse cuisine, right from the Apennine Mountains to the heel of the boot. There are 20 regions that each have their own signature culinary delights so let’s dive into the kitchens […]