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Discover the craft beers brewed in a French Abbey near Saint-Omer

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Nestled in a region steeped in history, Cairmarais Abbey, built in 1140 and renovated in the 17th century, bears witness to a rich historical heritage. It’s within this magnificent backdrop that exquisite beers are meticulously crafted.

The aspiration is to brew abbey-style beers, a nod to Clairmarais Abbey’s historical role as a brewery, when Charlemagne, a French king, had entrusted the monopoly of beer-making to monks, which lasted between the 9th and 14th centuries.

You will embark on a tour of the brewery led by the passionate Laurent Delafosse. He’ll tell you all about the history of the place, the founding of the Cairmarais Abbey in 1140 and the origins of the brewery. Afterwards, a tasting of traditional beers awaits you. This experience is a unique journey that harmoniously combines tradition, heritage, local crafts, nature, walks and intriguing discoveries.

Get to know the Thai community & their traditional dishes in the center of Berlin

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The Thaipark, also known as Preubenpark, has always been a cultural meeting place for people in Berlin. The park was established in the mid-90’s when many Thais, Filipinos, Vietnamese, and other Asian people came to Germany. They met with their families in the park to eat their favorite dishes, to picnic and to exchange news from their faraway land.

Today, both guests and local Berliners are attracted by the delicious and foreign smells of Asian food and are increasingly interested in tasting the dishes.

You will discover this cultural meeting place for all Asians from Berlin and Germany. What started as a small meeting among friends far away from home developed into a weekly event which invites all those who are curious to simply try authentic Asian dishes.  

Learn how chocolate is made in the heart of Budapest 

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My Choccy is a unique place where guests can explore over 100 varieties of chocolates. This charming chocolate shop founded by Gabor Vanya along with his family – his wife Edina Makrai and his daughter Vivien Vanya – resembles a jewelry box. It’s the perfect spot to take a break, whether on the terrace or the second floor. They make each chocolate by hand in their local Budapest laboratory.

During the chocolate tour, you’ll appreciate to delve into the history of chocolate. Learn fascinating details such as when and where its consumption started, how it gained global popularity, and the regions worldwide where cacao is grown and produced.

In parallel, taste different kind of chocolates from the decadent hot chocolate to the famous pralines. If you feel like it, you can also indulge in My Choccy unique creations, such as their peanut/onion/chili chocolate.

Discover a 500 years old Hungarian wine cellar in Tokaj

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Tokaj Hétszőlő is a more than 500 years old vineyard which has been owned by several kings, sovereigns, princes, and generals. Tokaj Hétszőlő’s philosophy is based on the consciousness of its impact on the environment, therefore the owners take great pride in organic wine making. That’s why they decided to use environmentally conscious features including solar panels or rainwater collection. 

Through the visit, you will walk around the vineyard while also gaining insight into how wine was produced in medieval times through the Tokaj Hétszőlő museum. After this activity, you will have the opportunity to taste some of Tokaj worldwide famous wines like the well-known Aszù sweet wine, in the Knight’s Hall.

Taste Indian flavors and support underprivileged women in Hyberabad​

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Luqma Kitchen is a new entity in the food industry which helps empowering underprivileged women through a commercial community kitchen. Luqma Kitchen is part of SAFA, an NGO for women and youth empowerment. There, women aquire skills and improve their cooking technique to have a better life. In this way, they make dishes such as the famous Biryani, a traditional Indian plate with rice and a delightful cardamom taste. 

With this experience, you can enjoy a lunch at Luqma Kitchen. Women at Luqma create dishes with authentic flavors. Your participation in this experience will help women and give you a taste of India.

Discover the benefits of Indonesian medicinal plants and make traditional Jamu in Jakarta

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In Indonesia, herbal medicine has been seen, from generation to generation, as a traditional way to improve people’s quality of life. This is also Jony Yuwono’s belief, who is the founder of Acaraki. Acaraki is a place which specializes in making Jamu, a juice made from several medicinal plants authentic to the island of Java. 

Come and witness the making of Jamu, the recipe for which has been handed down from mother to daughter. While all Jamus contain the same ingredients (turmeric and ginger), the taste depends on each recipe, and you will discover that each Jamu has its own character. The one you’ll be making in this workshop is made out of coffee harvested in West Java, on the local Bogor farm.

As you make your juice, you’ll be able to immerse yourself in the stories of the hosts, who will be delighted to pass on their expertise to you. Afterwards, you will be able to taste your own Jamu and give your body a boost.

Enjoy a gastronomic bike tour adventure in Jakarta

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Eat & Stroll is a culinary bike tour in Jakarta. One of the hidden gems of the tour is a quaint coffee shop located in the Batavia Pantai Indah Kapuk area called Rumah Kopi Papowi. In addition to offering coffee, the place also serves Chinese & Indonesian comfort foods, including the owner’s personal favorites. 

Embark on a bike tour and become enthralled in this gastronomic love affair, where you will experience a mouth-watering food adventure to uncover the culinary secrets of Pantai Indah Kapuk such as the famous recipe of the nasi goreng – a traditional fried rice dish – and its surroundings.

You will meet the 3 generations of owners, Akong, Papa and Owi, the little boy who likes to help his father and his grandfather by making the drinks or finishing the doughnuts stock.

Discover how to make traditional balinese coconut-based snack in Kuta​

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In Bali, there are several types of traditions that require the presence of certain snacks at religious events, such as the Jaje Uli. Mrs Ni Made Margi began cooking Jaje Uli at home 50 years ago.

At first, it was only for religious ceremonies, but today she teaches the preparation of Jaje Uli in her own way, preserving the traditional recipe that has been handed down from generation to generation. 

You will take part in a workshop to learn how to make this traditional Balinese snack, in the house of Mrs Ni Made Margi. All processes are still conducted in the traditional way and your host uses natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. At the end, you will taste the traditional Jaje Uli that you have prepared.

Blend your own Indonesian coffee in Tangerang 

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Kopi Kebon Kita offers a one-of-a-kind experience, allowing coffee enthusiasts to delve into the art of blending their own personalized coffee flavors, guided by expert baristas. Whether you prefer a bold and robust flavor or a smooth and delicate taste, this workshop at Kopi Kebon Kita provides a unique platform to craft the perfect cup of coffee tailored to your preferences.

You will have the opportunity to learn about different local coffee beans, understand their distinct characteristics, and experiment with various ratios to create your own signature blend. With the serene atmosphere of the garden setting and the experience of Kopi Kebon, you will be in the perfect environment to explore your creativity and refine your coffee palate.

This three-steps workshop begins with a tasting, followed by the creation of your blend, and concludes with tasting your own coffee alongside some snacks.

Visit an Italian masseria near Lecce and discover the process of making Giuncata cheese

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To immerse yourself in the authenticity and traditions of Puglia’s culture, exploring the Salento countryside and visiting the Masseria Cinque Santi is a must.

The Cucugliato family welcomes you to a hidden heaven made of palm and olive trees, where sheep and goats graze freely on the Salento grasses. And it’s in this setting that delicious, traditional cheeses are made.

Join the family for a workshop on how to make giuncata, a traditional local fresh cheese. Guided by Lina, the farm’s passionate owner, you’ll have the opportunity to discover the methods she uses on a daily basis. You’ll make giuncata by hand and take it with you in a reed container wrapped in fig leaves.

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