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    • Asia
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    • Food Stories Local Food Guides Recipes All
      Featured

      A Brief History of Carnitas (& the Best…

      Asia

      A Stinky Tofu Adventure on Shenkeng Old Street…

      Asia

      Everything You Need to Know About Taiwanese Beef…

      Local Food Guides

      An Unexpected Exotic Food Tour: Exploring Mercado de…

      Local Food Guides

      Where to Eat in Mexico City: Best Restaurants,…

      Local Food Guides

      A Brief History of Carnitas (& the Best…

      Local Food Guides

      The Ultimate Guide to Eating Your Way Through…

      Recipes

      How to Make Chinese Hot Pot at Home…

      Food

      An Unexpected Exotic Food Tour: Exploring Mercado de…

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      Where to Eat in Mexico City: Best Restaurants,…

      Food

      How to Make Chinese Hot Pot at Home…

      Food

      A Brief History of Carnitas (& the Best…

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      The Best Street Art in San Francisco: Mission…

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      Where to Find the Best New Orleans Street…

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      22 Photos of Awesome Mexico City Street Art

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      Tulum Street Art Photo Tour (And Exactly Where…

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Dottie

Dottie

Dottie is one part of Dots on a Map. A bicultural Taiwanese-American, she lived in Taiwan from the ages of 3-10 and finds it fascinating to analyze the differences between the two cultures that have shaped who she is. She stays in touch with her Taiwanese side largely via food, and loves to cook, eat, and discover new dishes around the globe.

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    An Unexpected Exotic Food Tour: Exploring Mercado de San Juan in Mexico City

    by Dottie

    Mercado de San Juan, or San Juan Market, is one of the most famous markets in Mexico City. For both it’s gourmet and more…shall we say…exotic offerings.

  • Blogging

    The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Travel Vlog on YouTube

    by Dottie

    A step-by-step guide to starting a YouTube travel vlog. Find advice for finding your niche, recommendations for cameras & gear, video editing tips, and more.

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    Where to Eat in Mexico City: Best Restaurants, Street Food & More

    by Dottie

    If you are love to eat and are curious about food, there are few places better than Mexico City. Read on for observations about Mexico City food culture and a list of the best restaurants and street food you can find in town.

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    Our YouTube Channel for Food & Travel is Now Live!

    by Dottie

    I am so excited to announce that the Dots on a Map YouTube channel on food and travel is FINALLY up and running.

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    How to Make Chinese Hot Pot at Home (Shopping List Included!)

    by Dottie

    Hot pot is a universally loved method of eating across China and Taiwan where ingredients are cooked in broth and enjoyed as a group over several hours. Here’s everything you need to know about throwing your own Chinese hot pot party at home.

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    A Brief History of Carnitas (& the Best Carnitas in Mexico City)

    by Dottie

    Carnitas — arguably the most decadent taco meat in existence — is made by frying every part of the pig you can imagine in its own lard for two-four hours. Read on for a brief history of this indulgent dish and a roundup of the best carnitas tacos we ate in Mexico City.

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    The Ultimate Guide to Eating Your Way Through Tlacolula Market

    by Dottie

    If you want to sample the best of Oaxacan food and happen to be in Oaxaca on a Sunday, making a trip to the traditional Tlacolula Market is a must.

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    A Deep Dive Into Brazil’s Thriving Beauty Culture

    by Dottie

    Brazil has a thriving beauty culture. What role does beauty play in the lives of “normal” Brazilian women and what is the role of beauty in Brazilian society at large.

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    10 Spots in San Francisco for Instagram-Worthy Photos

    by Dottie

    You could spend years photographing San Francisco and not get bored. Here is my ever-growing list of Instagrammable photo spots in San Francisco!

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    12 Fun Things to Do in San Francisco (From a Local!)

    by Dottie

    Looking for fun, off the beaten path things to do in San Francisco? Want to find out what local life is really like in the city? Do run-of-the-mill tourist spots like Fisherman’s Wharf make you want to gag just a little bit? Then this list of things to do in San Francisco is for you!

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