Food – The Curious Traveller

In Search Of Tea In Malaysia’s Cameron Highlands

Published on August 7, 2021August 7, 2021 by Rachel Lishman8 Comments

The only place I’ve travelled in the world where a fruit stall doubles as a bus stop, is just outside the mountain town of Tanah Rata in Malaysia’s north.

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Day 41: Aix-en-Provence In Portrait

Published on April 26, 2020May 9, 2020 by Rachel Lishman1 Comment

Thursday night was date night. And by date night I mean that my partner and I cooked together and ended up watching TV. Just as we have done most evenings since March 11th.

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Six Dishes To Try In Palermo, Sicily

Published on February 19, 2020May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman1 Comment

If like me you enjoy eating, Palermo won’t let you down.

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How Do You Take Yours? Sampling The Perfect Cup Of Panamanian Coffee

Published on January 17, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman2 Comments

Whether you’re an espresso fiend, a daily instant drinker or merely a dabbler with the odd cappuccino, learning about where your coffee comes from is fascinating.

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Three Reasons I Fell For Florence, Italy

Published on July 16, 2017May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman13 Comments

If I’m honest, I was drunk. The Chianti had gone to my head and the already glowing evening had taken on an ethereal quality, framed by a heavy Photoshop vignette.

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Fuelled By Bubbles: Running La Champenoise, France

Published on June 2, 2016May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman10 Comments

I hadn’t expected it to start with a hill. As a lime green man-kini and its host buttocks pulled away up the gravel path, the tiny town of Reuil dropped away behind me, and I puffed my way through the first kilometres of France’s strangest sporting event.

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A Foodies’ Guide To Lithuania

Published on November 18, 2015May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman7 Comments

I have some advice: Don’t holiday in Lithuania if you don’t like carbs, if you wince at the thought of loosening a belt buckle or if, for whatever reason, you don’t enjoy eating.

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Five Ways To Eat Out In London

Published on May 10, 2014May 9, 2020 by Rachel Lishman6 Comments

When I was a little girl my mother was always very particular about table manners.

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Working A Vintage Season In South Australia

Published on April 7, 2014May 9, 2020 by Rachel LishmanLeave a comment

The twelve-hour day shift starts at 6am. They don’t tell you that before you sign up.

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Dishes From The World’s Longest Train Journey

Published on April 5, 2014May 9, 2020 by Rachel LishmanLeave a comment

The Trans-Siberian Express passes through countries renowned for their hearty cooking. Stewed meats, dumplings and some more peculiar feasts are on the menu.

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The only place I’ve travelled in the world where a fruit stall doubles as a bus stop, is just outside the mountain town of Tanah Rata in Malaysia’s north.

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Thursday night was date night. And by date night I mean that my partner and I cooked together and ended up watching TV. Just as we have done most evenings since March 11th.

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If like me you enjoy eating, Palermo won’t let you down.

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Whether you’re an espresso fiend, a daily instant drinker or merely a dabbler with the odd cappuccino, learning about where your coffee comes from is fascinating.

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If I’m honest, I was drunk. The Chianti had gone to my head and the already glowing evening had taken on an ethereal quality, framed by a heavy Photoshop vignette.

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I hadn’t expected it to start with a hill. As a lime green man-kini and its host buttocks pulled away up the gravel path, the tiny town of Reuil dropped away behind me, and I puffed my way through the first kilometres of France’s strangest sporting event.

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I have some advice: Don’t holiday in Lithuania if you don’t like carbs, if you wince at the thought of loosening a belt buckle or if, for whatever reason, you don’t enjoy eating.

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When I was a little girl my mother was always very particular about table manners.

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The twelve-hour day shift starts at 6am. They don’t tell you that before you sign up.

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The Trans-Siberian Express passes through countries renowned for their hearty cooking. Stewed meats, dumplings and some more peculiar feasts are on the menu.

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