Sayur Lilin, also known to some as Jungle Ginger, is one of those foods that looks like it shouldn’t be eaten. Resembling some kind of mossy seaweed, or perhaps shredded bamboo soaked in broth, it’s easy to overlook unless you know what you’re dealing with. But if you’ve ever sat down with the Dani tribe…
If you visit Jayapura, the capital of West Papua, then there’s a decent chance you’ll end up at Teletubbies Hill. WTF exactly is Teletubbies Hill, is it worth the trip, and will you see Tinky Winky and his comrades? Well, while you might not actually see the cast of the show, and the Teletubbies link…
Despite its popularity with tourists, Wamena has a reputation for being a bit spartan when it comes to entertainment. Is there a street food Wamena scene though? What are the restaurants like, and is there anything resembling a nightlife? Well, yes. Wamena is no Vegas, but you will not go hungry here, at least if…
Jibama Market is not just the main market of Wamena but the beating heart of the city. This is where the tribes like the Dani, Lani, and Yali come together to trade, meet, and socialise. For locals, it is a vital hub for commerce and cultural exchange. For visitors it’s a must-visit place that offers…
While far from being Bangkok, Phnom Penh, or even Datong the Street Food Dili scene is actually pretty diverse and overall of a fairly good standard. And while it is unlikely to be winning awards any time soon, you will far from go hungry here. And the good news too is that if you come…
What is Oecusse and why is it the least visited part of the least visited country in South-East Asia? Well, we explain all this and more in the Street Food Oecusse Guide! One thing we can sneak preview for you though is that yes, this does make it onto the infamous Shit City list—and not…
