There is a widely circulated image in the coffee community — a world map with the area between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn highlighted in darker colors, where coffee is grown. At the same time, we are surprised to find that many regions in southern China are suitable for coffee cultivation, such as Yunnan, Guangxi, Guangdong, Hainan, and Taiwan.
Various regions across Japan produce their own local varieties of alcohol, and among them, the Kyushu area is particularly famous for its “shochu.”
China is a major tea-producing country with a long history of tea culture. As one of the six major categories of tea in China, there are also many different types of black tea. Many tea enthusiasts are familiar with various kinds of black tea such as Dianhong, Zhengshan Xiaozhong, and Jin Jun Mei. Today, let's take a look at the two most commonly discussed major categories in the field of black tea.
The 9 Air mini-program shows that on May 12, the lowest economy class fare for a direct flight from Guangzhou to Bangkok is only 10 yuan. Including airport construction fees, fuel surcharges, taxes, and other charges, travelers can fly directly from Guangzhou to Thailand for as little as 450 yuan. In addition, apart from May 12, there are many other flights from Guangzhou to Bangkok available at prices in the tens of yuan.
Japanese architecture has always been quirky and fascinating. This time, FeverTravel is introducing LaCollina, a creation by Japan’s legendary “bad boy of architecture,” Terunobu Fujimori. LaCollina is Italian for “little hill,” and this unique structure designed by Fujimori
According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) on Thursday, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs has launched an initiative to issue e-visas through some of Saudi Arabia's overseas missions, with the first phase covering countries including the UAE, India, Jordan, Indonesia, Bangladesh, the Philippines, and Egypt. The initiative replaces traditional visa stamps in passports with
According to Beijing Daily on May 4, Ambassador Cong Peiwu, during a meeting with the head of Canada's Department of Foreign Affairs, clarified China's stern position and lodged a strong protest regarding Canada's threat to possibly expel certain Chinese diplomatic and consular personnel in Canada, based on lies from individual politicians and media about so-called "Chinese interference in Canada's internal affairs." Ambassador Cong pointed out that China has always adhered to
During this year's "May Day" holiday, Hangzhou West Lake became one of the most visited tourist attractions in China. And by the lake, there is a unique profession that has seen its "business volume" double directly due to the surge in visitors, with some even earning nearly 10,000 yuan (RMB, the same below) a day. According to Qianjiang Evening News, Huang Yiyong, 40, is from Chenzhou, Hunan
According to local news on April 30, the number of pilgrims in Mecca this year will return to pre-pandemic levels. The Saudi committee responsible for housing pilgrims in the holy city of Mecca stated that it will continue to accept housing applications until May 20, extending the final deadline. The committee noted that applications related to housing have been
According to local media reports on May 4, 2023, following discussions at the Arabian Travel Market conference hosted by Dubai World Trade Centre, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) will introduce a unified visa for tourists and business travelers from 35 countries. The unified visa system aims to boost tourism in the region.
A murder case occurred in Bali, Indonesia. Local media reported that a Chinese couple from China were found dead naked in their hotel room early Monday (May 1). CCTV footage captured the male victim covered in blood, struggling and crawling in the hotel hallway for 20 minutes. The Chinese Consulate General in Denpasar also confirmed the deaths of the two individuals.
During the May Day holiday, some netizens reported that while traveling in Luoluo Town, Xingtai, Hebei, they had a dispute with an inn before check-in due to hygiene issues in the guest room. When they tried to switch hotels, they were obstructed. Both parties claimed that family members were assaulted by the other side. In response, the local Culture and Tourism Bureau stated it would verify the incident, and the town government said it is still handling the matter.
Travel between China and Japan has been fully reopened, and many users have left messages in the comments section saying they want to travel to Japan but can’t prepare all the required visa documents—especially the strict rule of “no tax payment, no visa approval,” which is particularly frustrating. On May 2, 2023, the Japanese Embassy in China (Beijing Consular District) sent an email to authorized agencies regarding...
Travel blogger apologizes after being reported for violating filming ban at Mogao Caves Recently, a video of a travel blogger filming cultural relics inside the Mogao Caves in Dunhuang sparked attention and was reported by netizens. On May 2, an Upstream News reporter saw on the travel blogger's personal page on a third-party short video platform that the video in question was still playing normally. The blogger stated...
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Coffee and red wine are quite similar in that they both require tasting. Though the two seem worlds apart, they share a surprisingly intriguing connection in terms of flavor. Recently, a friend excitedly told me that he thought he detected an alcoholic note in the Sakura beans from Colombia Paradise Estate. So why do coffee beans have an alcoholic taste? What is this wine-like flavor in coffee? First,
Visit the Kuroshio Workshop in Nakatosa Town, Kochi Prefecture on Shikoku Island, and you’ll be treated to a feast for both the eyes and taste buds. This half-seared bonito dish—crispy on the outside and rare inside—delivers an explosion of flavors with the first bite: the rich aroma of straw and the crispiness of the skin, followed by the tender juiciness of the fish. The contrast between these two distinct textures creates a truly memorable experience.
The specialties of Medog include Medog stone pots, ebony chopsticks, Qinggang mushrooms, qie ma’er, and Tibetan carpets. The Medog stone pot has a long history, dating back to the Neolithic Age when ancient people used stone as cookware to prepare food, crafting containers, utensils, and spoons from locally sourced materials. Medog stone pots have a soft texture and come in grayish-white or grayish-brown colors, featuring fast heat conduction and non-stick properties.
Jinlong Tea is a renowned local specialty from Wuxuan in Laibin, Guangxi. The name "Jinlong Tea" refers to the place where the tea is produced. The tea varieties include both green tea and black tea. "Great mountains and clear waters produce Jinlong; high mountains and misty clouds yield fine tea." Despite its bold-sounding name, Jinlong Tea actually tells us that it has an "extraordinary origin," coming from the beautifully scenic area of Jinlong.
Mandheling coffee is a renowned coffee from the Asia-Pacific region, well known for its rich, unique herbal and spicy aroma as well as its bold and intense flavor profile, making it a favorite among those who enjoy strong coffee. Those who are not very familiar with the history of Indonesian coffee might find it puzzling, as around 90% of Indonesia's coffee exports are Robusta beans—so how come...