A Racquet Social Travelogue

Singapore Slaw  at Lee Restaurant, Toronto

Travel Bites

Exploring the intersection of travel, food and social media

 Sizzling escargot at RL Restaurant  in Chicago

 Ceviche is made of raw fish marinated in lime juice, onion, chili, and cilantro. It is a part of Peru's culinary culture.

Ceviche in Miraflores, Peru

Haggis, a dish made from sheep's heart, liver, and lungs, mixed with oatmeal and spices did not appeal to me. I settled for haggis bon bons.

Haggis bon bons in Edinburgh

Tuna poke is a popular Hawaiian dish made of raw, marinated tuna cubes, often served over rice or seaweed salad.

Poke & Seaweed Salad  in Maui

 Bone marrow and grits at the Bellagio, Las Vegas

This dish, often served as a brunch item, combines the buttery richness of roasted bone marrow with creamy, savory grits.

The sweet and savory pineapple and shrimp fried rice tasted as good as it looked.

 Pineapple Fried Rice at  Jo's Modern Thai, Oakland, CA.

 A Texmex Salad in Houston

 Everything in Texas is big! The salad, that combined the flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine with the healthy ingredients, was no different. 

Poutine is a Canadian dish consisting of crispy fries, rich gravy, and cheese curds. Reuben's Deli in Montreal serves up the meat lover's version of the local dish.

 Chop chop poutine in Montreal

The spicy Thai soup is made with lemongrass, chili peppers, and other herbs, often featuring shrimp or chicken as a protein.

 Tom Yum Soup in Bangkok

Indian Accent Delhi

Innovative take on traditional Indian cuisine and exceptional dining experience.

Eating the crispy, breaded golden meat cutlet in Vienna is a must-do culinary experience. It is often served with a side of potato salad.

 Schnitzel at the Mozart Cafe in Vienna

The popular noodles soup is served in a flavorful broth and topped with various ingredients such as sliced pork, eggs, bamboo shoots, seaweed, and green onions.

 Ramen at Hakata Tenjin  in Tokyo

Korean Barbecue  at Genwa Los Angeles

You can grill marinated meats and vegetables right at your table, accompanied by a variety of side dishes like kimchi and rice.

The simple vegetarian dish that consists of puffed fried bread (poori) and spiced potato curry (bhaji) is a breakfast staple in India.

Poori bhaji at the fancy Lake Palace Hotel

Also known as chimney cakes, the sweet pastry is made by wrapping dough around a cylindrical spit, roasting it, and dusting it with sugar and cinnamon.

Trdelníks at Good Food Bakery in Prague

Irish Stew in Dublin

The hearty stew is made with mutton, potatoes, onions, and carrots, slow-cooked together in a savory broth until the meat is tender and the vegetables are soft and flavorful.

 The heavy metal-themed restaurant is famous for its creative burgers, featuring unique toppings.

A loaded burger at  Kuma's Corner Chicago

Japanese Curry in Tokyo

Kare raisu (curry rice) is a popular dish in Japan consisting of a thick and savory curry sauce poured over rice and typically served with meat or vegetables.

Sadya, a traditional festival meal served on banana leaves, includes a variety of vegetarian dishes served up in a specific order.

A "sadya"  in Kerala

 Cheung fun at Mister Jiu's San Francisco

Memorable Bites