Ouch

[katakatica]

So - a lot of you already know that I live abroad - and have for about 5-6 years now. One issue I always had with this was.. going to the dentist.

Finally managed to get an appointment at a cheap(ish) clinic and had an issue I've had for a looong time taken care of.

So now... I am SORE.

So... to cheer myself up, here are some of the food-highlights of Sweden (mostly Stockholm) I've had so far! Not sure about the names of places (would otherwise add them because sharing the love for food makes me happy.)

I challenge you all to either write about (or show) the best meal you've had in 2022 so far. 

KBBQ - Didn't have the chance to take more pictures - was pretty nice but I've had better.

   

Best pork bao I had in a long time - their ramen is okay as well!

 

 

Best Ramen in Stockholm, their broth is amazing.

 

Sushi near my town - nothing special but a nice snack before travelling.

 

Really nice mango-curry - not sure how traditional it is but I loved the sweetness!

 

These three were from a Greek restaurant (bit of a fancier place than normal) - dessert was so~ good!

(and... my office last Monday when I was heading back home!)

[spaintranslator]

I have been living abroad for a while now. I moved from Barcelona to Costa Rica and a few years later to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic! 🇩🇴 

I always go to a restaurant close to my house in Punta Cana… this place has really become very popular, they serve incredible dishes.

[leannelrivers]

I don't have pictures but yesterday I had my favourite ramen at a fantastic local Japanese restaurant. I had seaweed salad to start and some really good Sake!

[katakatica]

56 minutes ago, spaintranslator said:

this place has really become very popular, they serve incredible dishes.

That looks absolutely amazing! 

I'm really curios about the food over there now - is it spicy? Sweet/salty? (Or a mix?)

 

50 minutes ago, leannelrivers said:

. I had seaweed salad to start and some really good Sake!

Our favourite place only has 4 types of ramen (one vegan, three meat-based ones) and like 4 drink options (sadly no sake) but it's easily my favorite spot right now! 

Seaweed salads can be awesome as well (though I typically don't order them on their own.)

[aarontgladiator]

It's ironic how people say they're living abroad when this is an international platform.

[katakatica]

17 minutes ago, aarontgladiator said:

It's ironic how people say they're living abroad when this is an international platform

International or not - I don't live in the country I was born / raised in - so I am living abroad. 

(Even compared to Fiverr - the actual company.) I understand the point - just explaining it since the whole mention of that was for context as it's hard for me to find a decent dentist when I'm not home (which is.... Basically all the time.)

[priyab468]

16 minutes ago, aarontgladiator said:

It's ironic how people say they're living abroad when this is an international platform.

I think she's referencing the fact that she's currently living abroad as opposed to her own home country. 

 

@katakatica you had me at the sushi and ramen. I'm seriously jealous. 

I haven't been out in a while because of the covid restrictions in our country.... but I made this awesome cheesecake. 

 

 

[katakatica]

19 minutes ago, priyab468 said:

I haven't been out in a while because of the covid restrictions in our country.... but I made this awesome cheesecake. 

Yes - that's what I meant. 

And that cheesecake looks amazing! I've been wanting to get into baking but haven't had the chance yet to be honest. 

Life is roughly normal here - I try to support local businesses (though I know Sweden is doing well enough if it's allowed I think it's always a great thing!)

 

[spaintranslator]

12 hours ago, katakatica said:

I'm really curios about the food over there now - is it spicy? Sweet/salty? (Or a mix?)

All kind of options are possible.

Check this out, you´ll die: https://www.instagram.com/noahbavaro/

I could say is the most popular restaurant in Punta Cana.

[katakatica]

On 2/10/2022 at 2:54 AM, spaintranslator said:

Check this out, you´ll die: https://www.instagram.com/noahbavaro/

New item on my bucket list - unlocked!

Jokes aside, that DOES look awesome.

I love splurging on a nice meal from time to time. Though now that I'm not always alone when dining out it's a bit different because the experience has changed a bit (I don't hate it, though!) I just love a good book/meal/wine combo! 

[nikavoice]

I'd like to think of myself as a foodie. 😄

Mongolian beef over steamed rice recipe (Jasmine or Basmati 🍚) is a plus! 😋

[rachelbostwick]

I don't know if this counts or not, since I don't have a picture. But I've been sprouting lentils in a mason jar in my bedroom for something new. And I made this amazing wrap sandwich with them. I lightly fried a tortilla in butter and lightly fried the lentils in some butter and seasoning. Then I fried some cheese until it was fully cooked and chewy, and laid it on the wrap followed by the lentils. It was a very simple lunch but it was so good. The sprouted lentils are so tasty cooked that way that when a bunch fall off onto my plate they are good even by themselves. Yum, yum. 

Oh, I do have a few pictures of my sprouting jars. One shows the lentils just getting started, the other one is clover sprouts. I like those on sandwiches, too, but I like sprouted lentils a lot more than I expected.

Don't think I'm a healthy person because of this. Actually, I'm trying to grow away from my natural tendency to want Hot Pockets for every meal.

[olyasr]

Nooo - I shouldn't check this topic late night😂 It's almost midnight and I'm going to my fridge 😆

[katakatica]

2 hours ago, nikavoice said:

Mongolian beef over steamed rice recipe (Jasmine or Basmati 🍚) is a plus! 😋

 

Oh I LOVE Mongolian beef - hope to make it when I have my own kitchen and spices! But I also like just some fluffy rice with eggs when I'm too lazy! One thing I'll get when I move out is a ricecooker for sure. 

 

1 hour ago, rachelbostwick said:

Don't think I'm a healthy person because of this. Actually, I'm trying to grow away from my natural tendency to want Hot Pockets for every meal.

 

Honestly - I'm already worried of moving out because I could have instant ramen twice a day... (just because of time reasons...and because I like noodles (and rice.. and other stuff.) But it's great that you're trying new things - never had lentil sprouts but that sounds pretty tasty! Do they taste a lot like lentils tho? Or like beansprouts?

 

34 minutes ago, olyasr said:

Nooo - I shouldn't check this topic late night😂 It's almost midnight and I'm going to my fridge 😆

I'm sorry! I'm glad I have no snacks right now because I'd definitely be reaching for some chocolate!

 

[melanielm]

Oh my goodness. I have to sprout some lentils. I love lentils; never had them sprouted!

I haven't eaten dinner yet, and this thread is making me hungry.

[zeus777]

I should stay away from this thread...seriously...
 

Now I COULD post the photos of ramen, sushi, tempura, the tofu course I had last week along with all the other goodies I eat from time to time in Tokyo...

[spaintranslator]

14 hours ago, nikavoice said:

I'd like to think of myself as a foodie. 😄

Mongolian beef over steamed rice recipe (Jasmine or Basmati 🍚) is a plus! 😋

Looks delicious!!! 😃

[spaintranslator]

10 hours ago, melanielm said:

Oh my goodness. I have to sprout some lentils. I love lentils; never had them sprouted!

I haven't eaten dinner yet, and this thread is making me hungry.

I prepare the best lentils with Iberian chorizo!!

[spaintranslator]

14 hours ago, katakatica said:

New item on my bucket list - unlocked!

Jokes aside, that DOES look awesome.

I love splurging on a nice meal from time to time. Though now that I'm not always alone when dining out it's a bit different because the experience has changed a bit (I don't hate it, though!) I just love a good book/meal/wine combo! 

If you ever come to Punta Cana, you won´t regret going to this restaurant!