San Francisco's Chinatown is one of the largest outside Asia. The Sing Chong Building (shown in the photo) was among the first structures rebuilt after the devastating 1906 earthquake.
As our time in Bavaria draws to a close and we anticipate Tuscanys culinary wonders, weve come to truly appreciate Southern Germanys flavorful cuisine. We indulged in rich German chocolate, fluffy Kaiserschmarrn served with applesauce, hearty dumplings in mushroom sauce, creamy Obatzda cheese spread, comforting cheese spätzle, and refreshing Hefeweissbier.Of course, we couldnt resist the ubiquitous pretzels—or Brezn in Bavarian German—available in endless varieties at every bakery. From XXL gian
This weeks Polaroid captures my sheer delight upon arriving at the beach in Palomino, Colombia. Though not my most graceful jump, it reflects the joy of the moment. Unfortunately, shortly after, my bungalow was burglarized in broad daylight. I lost little, but the sight of my belongings scattered across the floor was unsettling. The intruder likely fled interrupted. Ill detail this in my monthly roundup, but rest assured, it didnt overshadow the trip. This week was otherwise exceptional. I tre
Intended as a quick stop on our Malaysia tour, Penang revealed its captivating, multi-layered urban charm that instantly resonated with us. A standout surprise was the seamless blend of cultural enclaves like Chinatown and Little India. Turn a corner to encounter the lively beats of Hindi music and enticing scents of cumin, coriander, and coconut. The very next turn brings wafts of musky incense from towering joss sticks at a Chinese temple. On a peaceful evening walk, we wandered Chinatowns t
