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Food Adventures

Food Adventures: Nigerian street food- It’s all about Suya

August 31, 2010
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Travel guide books warn against it! No refrigeration this, risk of that, tap water, blah blah blah. We all know the standard line and the reason for the advice. But tell me, is street food not one of the best ways to experience and embrace your surrounds when you travel?  How can you explore a [...]

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Food Adventures: Mamasita- Mexican Melbourne style

July 28, 2010
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“Really, who eats at 6pm?”  The line of waiting clientele flowing down the stairs as we departed, stomachs full, spoke for itself.  The ambience is subdued as we watch the crowd file in from the bar as the day light dims outside. The subtle signage, tucked away first floor location, and understated cool puts Mamasita [...]

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Food Adventures: Eating in Winnipeg-Home style Island cooking

July 18, 2010
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You may have read in Observations from the other Canadian City, Winnipeg isn’t big. That aside, there seems to be an abundance of food outlets per capita. Fast food and burger outlets abound, supported by a vast array of restaurants catering to a variety of budgets and tastes. Home style cooking Restaurants aside, my trip to [...]

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Food Adventures: Vietnamese Review- Thien An, Footscray

July 5, 2010
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My first stop on my Food Adventure is Vietnamese at Thien An. Although it is not the most “adventurous” cuisine choice per say, good food and good prices make this a regular for me that I want to share.  With so many Vietnamese restaurants in close proximity to central Footscray, competition is fierce and value [...]

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