See video tours of places around the world - food, accommodation, the atmosphere of a city and some unexpected stops on your itinerary... Geobeats is currently showing videos from 45 countries, here are just a few examples:
And for any filmmakers out there, apply for paid assignments directly through the website! Explore and enjoy!
Nov 27, 2009
Oct 7, 2008
Cairo - a few feasting tips
If you like fresh mouth-watering seafood and find yourself in Cairo... go here and arrive hungry:
Kadoura Seafood Restaurant - King of Alexandria
Cairo 66 Gameat El Ddoal El Arabia St, El mohandsein
Tel: 33350622 / 37608660 / 37608665
Walking in, the smell of fresh fish is overwhelming... that's because it's on display and you choose what you want and how you want it done. Get some fish... get some grilled jumbo shrimp... choose a table on the top floor - away from the smell and generally lovely. Try everything they bring - spicy tomato slices, fabulous tahini and hummus... but for god's sake, save room for the amazing fruits de mer that's on its way to you from the kitchens.
For the vegetarians
Arabs love meat... but there are a few wonderful veggie dishes to look out for:
kosharee - a dish of spaghetti, macaroni, rice, chickpeas, lentils, crispy fried onions and tomato sauce
falafel - you've probably had it before... this Middle Eastern classic has gone worldwide
Bevvies:
Any decent restaurant will have fresh juices. Mango, strawberry, etc... liquefied and placed in a glass for your enjoyment... Heaven.
Coffee fans... don't settle for Nescafé and kindly request a Turkish stove-top brew. Then be prepared for the STRONG dark ambrosia.
Kadoura Seafood Restaurant - King of Alexandria
Cairo 66 Gameat El Ddoal El Arabia St, El mohandsein
Tel: 33350622 / 37608660 / 37608665
Walking in, the smell of fresh fish is overwhelming... that's because it's on display and you choose what you want and how you want it done. Get some fish... get some grilled jumbo shrimp... choose a table on the top floor - away from the smell and generally lovely. Try everything they bring - spicy tomato slices, fabulous tahini and hummus... but for god's sake, save room for the amazing fruits de mer that's on its way to you from the kitchens.
For the vegetarians
Arabs love meat... but there are a few wonderful veggie dishes to look out for:
kosharee - a dish of spaghetti, macaroni, rice, chickpeas, lentils, crispy fried onions and tomato sauce
falafel - you've probably had it before... this Middle Eastern classic has gone worldwide
Bevvies:
Any decent restaurant will have fresh juices. Mango, strawberry, etc... liquefied and placed in a glass for your enjoyment... Heaven.
Coffee fans... don't settle for Nescafé and kindly request a Turkish stove-top brew. Then be prepared for the STRONG dark ambrosia.
Aug 12, 2008
Turkey Travel Planner
There is a man named Tom Brosnahan who's written over 40 guidebooks and has a deep-seated love for tea and fez hats in his heart. And if you are at all curious about what you could see, do, how much it'll cost and even how to get married in Turkey... no kidding... I invite you to his online guide to Turkey at http://www.turkeytravelplanner.com/
Time and again, browsing some info during my 3 weeks in Türkiye, I was redirected to his amazing database of regional information, maps, transport info, photographs...
Check it out!
Time and again, browsing some info during my 3 weeks in Türkiye, I was redirected to his amazing database of regional information, maps, transport info, photographs...
Check it out!
The Man in Seat Sixty-One . . .
In our fast-paced immediate-gratification society, one of my personal joys of traversing the globe is being comfortably seated on a train, preferably with a window seat, listening to that rhythmic knocking against the rails and watching the landscape roll by...
It's amazing how far you can get around the world without flying. If you don't believe me, check out Seat 61 - one man's hobby turned into a glorious database on train travel, complete with ship connections. You'll never have to take off your shoes at an airport security station again. Unless you like that sort of thing.
It's amazing how far you can get around the world without flying. If you don't believe me, check out Seat 61 - one man's hobby turned into a glorious database on train travel, complete with ship connections. You'll never have to take off your shoes at an airport security station again. Unless you like that sort of thing.
Aug 9, 2008
Český Krumlov: Egon Schiele Art Centrum
The Egon Schiele Art Centrum is a fantastic maze-like old building that's just as much fun to roam around as sampling its exhibitions of art.
Named after the prominent unconventional artist of Czech and Austrian descent whose heart was devoted to the beauty of Český Krumlov, the gallery contains a permanent collection of Schiele's work.
The 2008 exhibits, in time for the Summer Olympics and all the political controversy, dedicate a large portion of the space to images, philosophy and customs of China. There is a fantastic tongue-in-cheek solo exhibit by young Chinese multi-media artist Yonghua Tian who creates the perfect nationalistic emblem, dogma and inspirational instructions using his own stylized image as the central logo driving the brave new world.
Named after the prominent unconventional artist of Czech and Austrian descent whose heart was devoted to the beauty of Český Krumlov, the gallery contains a permanent collection of Schiele's work.
The 2008 exhibits, in time for the Summer Olympics and all the political controversy, dedicate a large portion of the space to images, philosophy and customs of China. There is a fantastic tongue-in-cheek solo exhibit by young Chinese multi-media artist Yonghua Tian who creates the perfect nationalistic emblem, dogma and inspirational instructions using his own stylized image as the central logo driving the brave new world.
Český Krumlov: Dilettante's Hangout
dil·et·tante [dil-i-tahnt, dil-i-tahnt, -tahn-tey, -tan-tee]
ɪˌtɑnt, –noun
| 1. | a person who takes up an art, activity, or subject merely for amusement, esp. in a desultory or superficial way; dabbler. |
| 2. | a lover of an art or science, esp. of a fine art. |
| 3. | of or pertaining to dilettantes. |
Such is the chosen identity of Matya Dio, self-proclaimed painter, experimental novelist and lover of caffeine. Besides being an interesting woman, she runs a small guesthouse in the charming little town of Český Krumlov and the place is appointed as you might expect from a young, funky artist with an eye for details and a passion for colour.
Dilettante's Hangout is in a perfect location for exploring the Old Town, which is well worth exploring. The guesthouse consists of the sub-terranean Buddha Suite and the main-floor Nirvana Boudoir. There is a handy kitchen, lounge with books, guitars and a fireplace and a patio with seats and a hammock. Both suites accommodate 2 comfortably and the going rate is less than $70 CAD/night, as of summer 2008.
Aug 7, 2008
Prague: Clear Head Restaurant
Vegetarians and foodies rejoice!! Lehká Hlava, translated into English as Clear Head, is a fantastic eatery designed to tantalize all the senses. From the ambient cozy decor to the dishes and beverages concocted by culinary genius, I might just come back to Prague so I live in the same city as this restaurant.
All-vegetarian and vegan offerings loaded with flavour seem to take the best of world cuisines, creating a United Nations of meal options that come smitting you with the colourful presentation before the first bite. Unusual drinks like birch juice and Mayan chocolatl promise you'll never have to order the same thing twice. All the veggie gourmet delights like tempeh, avocado, goat cheese, walnuts, fresh herbs and grains like bulgur, couscous and buckwheat are here. And the menu even promises that all englightened beings eat free!
All-vegetarian and vegan offerings loaded with flavour seem to take the best of world cuisines, creating a United Nations of meal options that come smitting you with the colourful presentation before the first bite. Unusual drinks like birch juice and Mayan chocolatl promise you'll never have to order the same thing twice. All the veggie gourmet delights like tempeh, avocado, goat cheese, walnuts, fresh herbs and grains like bulgur, couscous and buckwheat are here. And the menu even promises that all englightened beings eat free!
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