![]() Like many in the food and travel world, I have a soft spot for the curmudgeonly yet delightful Anthony Bourdain. Anthony Bourdain’s cookbook Love the cover too. Or for that loved one who won’t stop talking about pour overs. For those - many of you, it seems - who are far more picky about your coffee, this might be for you. Still, this coffee maker has won awards for its insane all-in-one extravaganza, and having seen it in action it’s extremely impressive. I am capable of subsisting on instant coffee without crying, and I only have one cup a day. Let it be said that I am not a coffee snob. Portable espresso / cold brew coffee maker Surprised it doesn’t also vacuum the house. It’s available here Beautiful cover, even more gorgeous design inside. Really great project, and I learned a ton reading this book. There is no “lead time” to publish and do so. This means that the book can stand alone with stories and history, and the actual suggestions can be updated far more quickly than other guidebooks. It decouples the suggestions of where to eat (which are available via the book’s microsite) from the book itself. What makes this book special is that it not only features incredible stories of the food masters Japan has gifted the world, but it offers a new and innovative way to treat the guidebook overall. ![]() His second book, about the food of Spain, is now available for purchase. This first book in the guidebook series that he is building with Anthony Bourdain tackles Japan. ![]() Matt is the co-founder of the excellent Roads and Kingdoms, and a friend whose work I always enjoy. It’s available here.) Japan guide book Rice, Noodle, Fish, by Matt Goulding (For those who want more than just chopsticks, you can opt for Roaming Cooking’s knife, fork, spoon, and chopsticks set in a neoprene case. Get yours here, in the color of your choice. My solution has been to carry these with me and use them when I don’t trust the utensils. I explain in my How to Eat Street Food Without Getting Sick post that often the food is just fine but the cutlery? Not so much. Whenever I get packing questions, I reiterate that portable chopsticks have been extremely important on my backpacking adventures. Food map of Italy, 18×34 Tote bag, bull woven cotton Portable Chopsticks Japan maps are the newest in the lot, with Canada to follow (YAY!) Totes remain the most popular of the lot. I’ve updated the store to include 12×12 posters also, for those who want the poster with no title. I’ve got the black matte Mexico map here in my Oaxaca apartment, and it’s just beautiful! Looks almost like a chalkboard. Yes, I have included my own maps of food on my gift list. Her newest, about the Persian world, spans Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Iran, and Kurdistan, and is a loving ode to the complex and balanced flavors from that region. Her prior book, Burma: Rivers of Flavor, was my go-to gift for people I love who enjoy cooking. I’ve known Naomi for years and she was my first Thrillable Hours “life after law” interview on this site. ![]() Easier to go by interest than just put them all on the page!) Taste of Persia Cookbook, by Naomi Duguid (I’ve divided these into categories because there are quite a lot of options on this list. SparkPlugs Ear Plugs, the best earplugs in the world.Atlas Obscura’s An Explorer’s Guide to the World’s Hidden Wonders.A Jewelry Roll to keep jewelry safe on the road.Portable espresso / cold brew coffee maker.Japan guide book Rice, Noodle, Fish, by Matt Goulding.Taste of Persia Cookbook, by Naomi Duguid. ![]()
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