The History of Taiwan The prehistoric history of Taiwan, before history was written Taiwan was inhabited for thousands of years by Austronesian Indigenous people, who are genetically and linguistically linked to Pacific Islanders. Human presence dates back at least 30,000 … Read More
This is a short version of the life of a Chef and Hospitality Consultant spanning over 55 years and seven countries. Author Ulrich Koepf My Life Story as a Chef and Hospitality Consultant I was born in a small Town … Read More
The Day I Served the Future on a Plate (South Florida Wasn’t Ready) Cuisine Nouvelle (or Nouvelle Cuisine) was revolutionary in the 1960s–70s in France—lighter sauces, fresher ingredients, artistic plating—and it really spread worldwide in the 1980s. If you were … Read More
Eating with the Seasons – Why Your Stomach Should Pack a Calendar Travel guides often tell you what museums to see, which cathedral has the tallest spire, and how not to embarrass yourself on public transport. But here’s a pro … Read More
Traveling for food sounds like the ultimate dream Here are some comments of a friend of mine he experienced through his travels: Wandering through markets, pointing at menus, tasting authentic dishes. But sometimes, the dream collides headfirst with reality… and … Read More
Here’s a comparison of how much food you can buy with $10 in different countries around the world: 1. United States: You can get about 2-3 fast food meals or a week’s worth of groceries for basic items like bread, … Read More
“Cooking with Locals in Switzerland” is a fantastic way to experience authentic Swiss culture, cuisine, and hospitality. Switzerland’s diverse regions—German, French, Italian, and Romansh—offer rich and varied culinary traditions. Here’s a guide to help you plan or explore this kind … Read More
Well, after making fun of my two brothers-in-law for years, telling them they are not really Swiss because they grew up in a Village called Hallau in the Canton of Schaffhausen, this is a part of Switzerland, looping very close … Read More