My Picks

My personal favourites for China — the places, food and experiences I'd point a friend to, plus the tools and bookings I trust.

My favourites

My favourite city in China

The one city I keep going back to.

My favourite Chinese dishes

The dishes I order again and again.

My favourite hidden gems

Lesser-known places away from the crowds.

My favourite cultural experiences

Hands-on experiences worth seeking out.

Tools, apps & bookings I recommend

My go-to apps, bookings & services →

Everything practical in one place — eSIM, VPN, trains, hotels, tours, insurance and visa help.

My travelogue

Stories from my travels beyond China.

Kyoto: Where the Ancient & Modern Meet

Temples and concept stores, a surprising coffee and bakery scene, and unforgettable Omi beef.

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Why the West Falls for Bangkok

A cultural read on why Westerners adore the city — sanuk, mai pen rai, and what it says about us.

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Hanoi on a Plate

Pho, bun cha and egg coffee in the Old Quarter — and the coconut-seller scam that caught me out.

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Paris for a Chocolate Lover

A pilgrimage to the Salon du Chocolat, the chocolatiers worth crossing the city for, plus markets and bakeries.

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