Espetos in Málaga: Why Chiringuito El Merlo Is Worth the Trip
A beachside Málaga institution serving grilled sardines the traditional way — why it’s worth the trip.
The Table
Food
Dishes worth the detour — from street stalls to tasting menus.
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The Etiquette of Sharing Plates Around the World
Who serves first, which utensil to use, and how to match the table’s pace — sharing-plate etiquette by region.
How to Tip for Food Abroad Without Overthinking It
Tipping norms vary widely by country — a simple rule for when in doubt, anywhere you eat.
Five Regional Sauces Worth Learning to Recognize
Chili-vinegar, tomato-herb, fermented soy — recognizing these sauce families is a shortcut to ordering well anywhere.
Recognizing Basic Sushi Kanji in Kyoto (and Where to Use It)
The handful of kanji worth recognizing so you can order sushi in Kyoto with real confidence.
The Case for Eating Breakfast Where the Locals Do: Kuala Lumpur Edition
Skip the hotel buffet — where Kuala Lumpur locals actually start their day, and what to order.
A Beginner’s Guide to Reading a Foreign Menu
The patterns that repeat on menus worldwide, so you can order with confidence even when you can’t read a word of the language.
How to Spot a Tourist-Trap Restaurant in Under a Minute
Three reliable tells — the host at the door, the photo-menu, the empty strip — that flag a tourist trap before you sit down.
The Complete Guide to Eating Well When You Travel
From spotting tourist traps to street food safety and ordering without the language — the full approach to eating well on the road.
Why I Started Packing a Vegetable Peeler Instead of a Knife
Skip the knife roll. One simple tool does more, and travels easier, than you’d expect.