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Food is so much more than simple calories and micronutrients our bodies need to survive and thrive. Food brings people together, it opens to door to experiencing new cultures, and it can be pretty freaking delicious!
Foodie Showdowns
McDonald’s and Burger King are in constant competition for hungry patrons. They have similar menus, similar target audiences, similar prices, and often, …
In the ultimate Thailand vs USA McDonald's quarter pounder showdown, which country reigns supreme?
Domino’s Pizza has made a splash in the global pizza scene. The chain has built up a reputation of being affordable and …
In the ultimate Australia vs USA, Macca's vs Mickey D's cross-continental Big Mac showdown, who will reign supreme?
In the ultimate Australia vs USA KFC showdown, who will reign supreme? Click here to find out!
When it comes to chain pizza, Domino's reigns supreme. But is it the same across the globe? Check out this Australia vs USA cross-continental show down to find out!
In the ultimate USA vs Australia Taco Bell showdown, who reigns supreme? Find out here!
My dad and I had the ultimate cross continental breakfast showdown: The Mighty McMuffin (Australia) vs Egg McMuffin (USA). Find out which reigned supreme!
Can Sweet Splits in Sydney, Australia stack up to the mega cookies of NYC? Find out here!
I'm taking on 3 Instagram famous dishes in a showdown! Find out who wins 🙂
Instagram is changing the world of food one trend at time. Can I recreate some popular and #trendy dishes? Click to find out!
AUSSIE EATS
Doughnuts are a popular sweet treat in Australia. You can snag a classic glazed at a Krispy Kreme or get fancy with …
“What is your favorite food?” is perhaps one of the most difficult questions for a foodie to answer. After 28 years of …
I’m totally, utterly, and hopelessly obsess with cookies. They are the perfect dessert, after all. Easy to eat, totally mobile, usually affordable, …
No matter where life takes me, New York City seems to follow. There’s always someone wearing a New York Yankees hat. Or …
Mr. Treat is the new star of the Brisbane cookie scene, but does it live up to the hype? Find out with this honest review.
If you are looking for fluffy, sweet, delectable doughnuts in Brisbane that won’t break the bank, I’ve found the spot for you: …
Have you ever experienced love at first sight? You see a stranger across the room, lock eyes, and suddenly the outside world …
“Set the bar low so you can only exceed expectations.” On the surface, this quote seems a bit bleak and a flat …
Did we just find the best Gold Coast cookies?! Read this review of the Paddock Bakery to find out!
Byron Bay is a stunning coastal town in New South Wales. We basked in the sun, hit the beaches, and indulged in the cheap eats of Byron Bay.
Cities can be mega wallet busters if you aren’t careful. We managed to make it quite a frugal 36 hours in Brisbane. Here’s how to do Brisbane on a budget!
If you love donuts, then you can't miss this post on our quest to find the best donut in Hobart, Tasmania.
What are the average grocery prices in Tasmania, Australia? Take a look at our weekly shopping expenses to find out!
We took a journey from Hobart up to Launceston to check out the World Street Eats festival. Check out what we noshed on here!
Bruny Island is the perfect escape from Hobart. While you go for the sweeping coastal views and beautiful nature, don't miss these 4 hospitality venues!
The Huon Valley is southwest of Hobart, Tasmania,, and it makes for the perfect day trip. From great eats to the Tahune Airwalk, I lay out our latest Sunday Funday adventure.
What is life like in Tasmania? I'm adjusting to my "new normal", eating great food, and getting to know a new culture. Read all about it here!
Social media is a double edge sword. It can be an amazing resource for new discoveries while having the potential to lead to culinary letdowns based on pictures that don't accurately represent that food. Click here to see if THICC Cookie lived up to the photos!
Are kangaroos friend or food? I dive into both sides of the kangaroo industry here!
What's it like living in a hotel room for 14 days? Here's the scoop.
Can Sweet Splits in Sydney, Australia stack up to the mega cookies of NYC? Find out here!
What's the food like in a hotel quarantine in Sydney? I have the 411 for you here!
ASIA EATS
Lookin for some eats in Sapa Center, Vietnam? Here are three spots to check out.
No one want to spend their trip rolled up in a ball next to the toilet. Follow these tips on how to not get sick in Thailand to avoid trouble.
Domino’s Pizza has made a splash in the global pizza scene. The chain has built up a reputation of being affordable and …
When it comes to Thai desserts, move over chocolate…. it’s all about the fruits here! The climate is perfect for growing fruits …
Southeast Asia has the perfect climate for growing all types of spices, herbs, roots, and plants. The abundance of flavorful and aromatic …
Thai food is booming in the United States. Even my small hometown in Virginia has a local Thai spot. Popular menu items …
When it comes to desserts in Thailand, the first thing that might come to mind is mango sticky rice. However, there are …
The the battle of Pad Thai vs Pad See Ew, which Thai noodle dish reigns supreme?
No matter what Thai restaurant you go to in the world, chances are the menu will have Pad Thai. And for good …
Learn about three iconic Japanese noodles: soba, ramen, and Udon.
“Katie will try it….” is a typical response when walking past unusual food. Here are the 4 strangest foods I have ever eaten. Trust me... they're strange!
Sihanoukville, Cambodia is unlike anywhere I've ever been. Here are my thoughts.
Getting a Banh mi in Vietnam is like ordering a Philly Cheesesteak in Philadelphia, it’s just something you have to do. Afterall, how can you say know to dirt cheap, delicious local food?
If you're looking to cheap, tasty food in Pattaya, head over to Terminal 21! Click here for the run down.
Singapore is a frugal foodie’s paradise with expertly cooked, astoundingly flavorful dishes for well under $6 SGD ($4.45 USD). If you are new to Asia, the food looks intimidating, but don't let that deter you. Here are three authentic “gateway street food” dishes to try that give you a taste of authentic Singapore to ease your way in to the bustling foodie scene.
Ordering street food can be intimidating. Approach the stall like a pro with these tips!
When someone opens up a door asking if you're looking for the speakeasy... you say yes.
Looking for an off the beaten track, foodie day in Kaoshiung? I've got you covered!
Bubble tea is a Taiwan staple, and the "bubbles" are different than what you think....
A look into a classic Taiwanese treat: the Pineapple Cake.
Taipei night markets should be a focus point on your Taipei trip. From giant chicken nuggets to foods you didn't know existed, it'll be a traveling food experience you don't want to miss!
Getting the most out of a city is an art form, here is my basic formula that makes for a great day of travel no matter where you are!
Okinawa Saba Eibun is a must try in Okinawa!
An Japanese-Indian lunch made for a pretty unforgettable food experience in Amami, Japan!
NEW YORK EATS
Hungry to try all the classic New York eats in one day? Check out this classic New York eats food crawl-- Astoria edition!
Nothing beats a delicious breakfast sandwich. Here are my top 5 of 2023.
Here are 4 of the best NYC cookies that I bet aren't on our radar.
Come with me on an epic NYC food crawl!
Looking for kathi rolls in NYC? Here are 3 spots to check out in Manhattan.
The Union Square Holiday Market is open for business in NYC! Here's a rundown of everything I tried.
The Jackson Heights food scene is next level delicious. Come with me on a $15pp momo crawl.
Fall is in full swing in New York City. Changing leaves and crisp air. Goblins, ghouls, and pumpkins adorn store windows. Although …
There’s an absurd amount brunch spots in NYC, and every weekend hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers are faced with the existential …
NYC is home to some crazy sweet treats that often look better than they taste. Here are 3 unique NYC deserts that are actually delicious!
Greenpoint is a trendy Brooklyn neighborhood boasting some bold flavors. Hit the best spots with this Greenpoint food crawl.
Looking for a healthy lunch in NYC that won't break the bank? Here are 3 spots with stellar food for under $15
New York bagel sandwiches are one of the better things in life. Here are 3 legendary ones that your taste buds deserve to try.
JAPAN Fes is a huge celebration of Japanese food and culture in NYC. Here's a rundown of everything we tried.
Where are the best momos in Jackson Heights? I'm ranked 5 beloved spots here.
Williamsburg is a trendy Brooklyn neighborhood that’s peppered with eclectic cafes, well curated vintage stores, and young people rocking the styles of …
I asked ChatGPT, "What are the top taco spots in NYC?" Find out if AI got it right!
Come with us on a fried chicken sandwich crawl!
Pig and Khao is a trendy Thai-Filipino fusion spot on the Lower East Side in NY. Here's my rundown on what to get!
Cheap and good value are two different things. Here are 3 not so frugal desserts in NYC that are worth every penny.
Asian fusion in NYC is a BIG deal. Here are 3 wraps to try that'll wow your taste buds.
Is Librae Bakery worth the price tag and the hype? Find out here!
Looking for steamed rice rolls in Chinatown NYC? Here are 3 stellar spots that will fill your belly without hurting your wallet.
Looking for tasty, fluffy buns in Chinatown, NYC? Here are 3 spots that need to be on the top of your list.
Chinatown is a mecca of cheap eats in the Big Apple. Come with me on a $10 NYC Chinatown cheap eats lunch challenge.
I'm back in NYC! To kick things off, I embarked on a classic New York eats food crawl.
Come with me on an NYC Smashed Burger crawl!
Fall is in full swing, and it's time for pumpkin everything! Here are 5 different pumpkin desserts in NYC to try.
Affordable eats in NYC DO exist. Here are 5 cheap eats in NYC for $2 or less.
5 Eats in NYC for $15 or less that are sure to leave you happy, full, and not too broke 😉
USA EATS
The perfect glazed doughnut is hard to come by. The texture must be soft and doughy with a slight “melt in your …
Looking for some Austin eats that will tickle the taste buds and delight the senses? Here are 3 you shouldn't miss!
When it comes to sandwiches, the breakfast varierty are my favorite. Here's the 411 on my top breakfast sandwiches of 2022.
The chicken sandwich craze is still alive and well in the US. Get the scoop on my top 5 chicken sandwiches of 2022 here.
My burger intake for the year was small, but mighty. Here are my top 5 burgers of 2022 that I'm still drooling about...
Is there anything better than fried dough? Here's a countdown of my top 5 doughnuts of 2022.
Vault & Cellar is a hidden gem in MIddletown, VA that blends fine-dining with approachable southern hospitality.
Freshly fried dough is pure euphoria. Cultures across the world are privy to this genius concept of mixing flour and egg, then …
Juneau is the buzzing capital of Alaska with a population just over 32,000 people. It’s home to a quaint downtown area, the …
Austin is home to a thriving Tex-Mex scene. I check out 4 spots in 3 days. Find out which was the best in this Austin taco rundown.
La Tunita 512 is an unassuming Austin food truck that serves up seriously wicked birria tacos.
Torchy's Tacos serve up solid tex-mex fare that is starting to rival Chipotle. Does it live up to the hype? I headed to the Austin locale to find out.
Veracruz All Natural serves up some of the most popular tacos in Austin. But are they the best? I headed over to find out.
2021 was full of fun adventures and epic eats. Here is the rundown of my 3 most delicious eats that I'm still drooling over.
The perfect doughnut is hot, soft, and slightly crunchy on the outside with a divine melt in your mouth texture. It shouldn’t …
Smiley’s Ice Cream serves up some of the freshest cow to cone ice cream you’ll find in the Shenandoah Valley. From salted …
Home Cooked
Hungry for some Dim Sum? Trader Joe's has you covered! Check out my Trader Joe's dim sum haul here.
The cocktail queen extraordinaire, Marissa Graham, is back! This time she's serving up 3 (plus a bonus!) fabulous holiday cocktails.
The challenge is simple: I bake a vegetable brownie and Jeremy sees if he can guess the veg!
It's no secret that alcohol is bad for you. Marisa Graham, bartender extraordinaire is back with her favorite mocktails you have to try!
I'm taking on 3 Instagram famous dishes in a showdown! Find out who wins 🙂
Pasta diners can be infuriatingly expensive. What's the solution? Homemade of course! Here are 3 pasta dishes to try at home!
Our first guest post! Check out some amazing homemade cocktails to drink while wasting away in coronaville.
Instagram is changing the world of food one trend at time. Can I recreate some popular and #trendy dishes? Click to find out!
Cooking is one of the best frugal tips to saving money. Here are 5 recipes under $5, and you don't have to be Rachel Ray to whip them up.
Who says hot cocoa is limited to a beverage? Here are 4 hot cocoa mix hacks that you need to try.
S'more made with an iron? Yes! It's possible!
Thought you could only use a hotel iron for your clothes? Think again! Learn how to make an iron grilled cheese here!