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15 Tips for Eating Street Food Safely
We’ve all heard horror stories of people spending an evening of evacuating bowels and projectile vomiting at the hands of street food. Though these stories are few in number, they leave a lasting impression, with many thinking of food poisoning as an inevitability. The good news is that these stories are often blown out of proportion, and better yet, there are plenty of ways to avoid an incident from happening. So, in that case, let me share some tips on how to eat local street food safely! Analyse the Workstation Though many worry about the unsanitary conditions of selling food from a side-street cart, at least you’re able to check…
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What is Bubble Tea? The Rise of a Global Trend
As a British man, I thought I knew everything there was to know about tea. I couldn’t have been more wrong! It wasn’t until I arrived in East Asia that I discovered a whole new spectrum of the world-renowned beverage, and stumbled upon a creation that has become quite iconic in this part of the world. Some call it boba tea, others call it pearl tea, while most recognise it by its original name, bubble tea. Ever since its humble beginnings in a Taiwanese teahouse, bubble tea has become synonymous with the country and is considered an iconic symbol of Taiwan. As its popularity begins to rise dramatically in the…
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The Ultimate Guide to Street Food: Is It Safe?
Sampling local food is a must-do when travelling around the world, and there’s no better place to get a taste of the region than on the streets! Night markets and rows of stalls selling street food has become a permanent fixture of many countries around the world. For many, dining on street food is a vital part of the travelling experience, while others worry if it’s safe or not. People have some reasonable concerns; Will I get food poisoning? How is the food prepared? How do I know what to eat? In this article, we’ll explore some of the different concerns people have about eating street food, why you shouldn’t…
