Jiufen. Something as simple as typing its name instantly flies me back to that beautiful rainy November day I spent in Jiufen, Taiwan. Jiufen -albeit very touristy- definitely has its charm and is hands down my favourite city in Taiwan. It has that extra something that I can’t put my finger on… Is it the narrow red-lantern-lit streets? Is it the misty sea...

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NamNam was established in 2012 and has become one of the most popular restaurants in Singapore. The speciality Pho Noodle -probably the most widely-recognized traditional Vietnamese street food in the world- has captivated my palate and left me asking for more! Another interesting point is the fact that NamNam promises not to add any MSG to their dishes. Healthy food FTW!  ...

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There are a lot of brands in Singapore who specialize in chicken rice, both at high end malls and hawker centers. However, I will say that Boon Tong Kee is my number one choice! Numero uno! ...

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Back in September last year when I was planning my Taiwan trip, I tried to find some insight about what to expect of Chishingtan (or Qixingtan) Beach in Hualien County in the middle of November. Is it possible to see the sunrise? Is it going to rain often? Do I need to bring a swimsuit? I had no luck finding answers to those...

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