A speciality of Gjirokastra, qifqi are rice balls (similar to Italian Arancini) that are flavoured with herbs and bound together with eggs. Easy to make, qifqi are the perfect vegetarian snack, especially when dipped in ajvar (a sauce made from roasted capsicum). Qifqi Recipe Makes: 26 Ingredients: 1 cup medium-grain […]
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6 Foods You Need to Try in Japan
When you think of Japanese food, sushi and ramen are the first items that come to mind, right? However, the one thing that visitors to Japan can agree on after visiting the country is that the food is to die for! In fact, I’d even go as far as to […]
5 foodie favourites stirring the pot in Lima
Welcomed onto the list of the world’s top gastronomic capitals, Lima’s culinary offerings can be found in venues from premium hotels to pop-up food fairs. With fresh seafood as the star attractions, visitors to the largest city in Peru can wander into a ceviche shop, or feast on Peruvian chicken […]
How to Eat Like a Local in Europe
One of the best parts of experiencing the world is trying the foods and flavours that other countries are famous for. From the hearty carbs that have lured travellers to Italy for centuries, to the irresistible pastries Parisians have perfected, there is no shortage of spectacular provisions in Europe. Forget […]