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Apr
16
Indian spice shop with dozens of metal bowls of various Indian spices from the market.

Indian Gastronomy (Pt. 1 - Northern India)

Indian gastronomy is one of the most influential cuisines on the planet. Thanks to the geographical variety and heavy uses
23 min read
Apr
16
Overhead shot of traditional Bhutanese foods in wooden bowls.

Bhutanese Gastronomy

Bhutanese gastronomy places a strong emphasis on preserving its traditional methods of cooking and using locally sourced ingredients. This isolated
9 min read
Apr
16
Nepalese Gastronomy

Nepalese Gastronomy

Nepal's gastronomy not only combines the many people groups that merged to form the nation of Nepal, but
13 min read
Apr
16
Thai Gastronomy

Thai Gastronomy

Thai gastronomy is renowned for its bold, complex and spicy flavors, as well as its extensive use of fresh herbs
24 min read
Apr
08
Teal ocean with multi-layered arch shaped rock protruding

Journal #16 - Lebanon

Kifak from Lebanon! We have thoroughly relished our time here in Lebanon. Beirut is the city we called home during
4 min read
Apr
08
Sandy landscape overlooking the Great Pyramids of Giza with the city in the background

Journal #15 - Egypt

Izayyak from Egypt! Visiting Egypt was a childhood dream come true. We have been learning about the pyramids and pharaohs
7 min read
Apr
08
Multicolored rock valley

Journal #14 - Oman

Al-salaam alaykum from Oman! Oman has been one of the most surprising locations we have visited. We were unsure what
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Apr
08
Outside of the Al-Fateh Mosque with its arches and domes

Journal #13 - Kuwait and Bahrain

Ahlan wa sahlan from Kuwait and Bahrain! These two gulf states are so small we visited them in rapid succession,
4 min read
Apr
08
Round fountain with silver geometric figure in the center placed in front of tan buildings with a mural

Journal #12 - Qatar

Hala from Qatar! We are thrilled to be in Qatar. This stunning country is a beautiful mix of its old
4 min read
Apr
08
Side photo of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque with white and gold columns and domes

Journal #11 - United Arab Emirates

Marhaba from the United Arab Emirates! The UAE is the beginning stop on phase one of our middle eastern itinerary.
7 min read