80 Days Around the World- Week Two

Week two has been a relative success! We had a few snafoos in our original plan/budget with the Gaga ticket escapade but thankfully have been able to sort things out. It has been a relatively slow week for eating but we were able to mark off a few more countries! For Vietnam, Matt went to one of our favorite places the Bao Bao King in Jordan. They have cheap but good food and options for both the meat eaters and vegetarians in our group. Friendly staff and FYI, ask for the secret sandwhich menu.

On Monday we had German food at a resteraunt called the Berliner. We ate at the one in Olympic. I would recommend lunch time for this place as it is pricey but the food was good and you get large portions. LOVED the dessert that came with our lunch set! Scotland was handled by the Canny Man in Wanchai. Good selection including a vegetarian haggis. Very warm and comfy bar. They also are a big supporter of local theatre. Support a restaurant that supports local artists! The salmon is REALLY good!

We had brunch at Lotus. The food was ok and the service ok. I did not enjoy my laksa as it was not laksa; more like spaghetti with chili pepper sauce. There was no broth and everyone knows the best part of laksa is the broth! Matt loved his Eggs Nordic!

Matty also took a couple other establishments off the list with a visit to Dimpal Fusion in Jordan to mark off Middle Eastern. They have good food but terrible service. Food had to sent back and by the time it was ready he had to take it to go! We recommend this place for off hours rather than the lunch rush. Also, be careful with special requests. This place gave me peanuts once in my food despite being told to keep them away and often messes up orders. He also went to Cafe Bistro which is a tiny Christian establishment in Jordan with two locations. Ran by very nice people the food is getting better. They had great food when they first opened but had an unfortunate chef switch a couple months ago. Their food is now back on track although it leaves something to be desired in the veggie category. The infamous cum baby picture can only be seen at the Shanghai St. branch on the 2nd floor.

With 65 days left and a lot more countries to hit we have a lot more work to do! If you have any restaurant recommendations leave it in the comments!



1. Cantonese- Hong Kong
2. Szechuan- China
3. Vietnamese- Vietnam- BAO BAO KING, JORDAN, CHEAP, TASTY, GRADE=A, MATTHEW
4. Korean- Korea
5. Japanese- Japan (not sushi)
6. French- France
7. Italian- Italy (Not pizza)- ENOTECA, SOHO, OK LUNCH PRICE, NO VEGGIE OPTIONS, GRADE=B, MEAGHAN
8. German- Germany- BERLINER, OLYMPIC, PRICEY BUT GOOD PORTIONS, GRADE=A-, MEAGHAN AND MATTHEW
9. Belgian- Belgium- FRITES, CENTAL, GRADE=A, VERY COSY!- MEAGHAN
10. Spanish- Spain
11. Ukrainian- Ukraine- IVAN THE KOZAK, CENTAL, GRADE=B, UNCOMFY CHAIRS-GROUP
12. Russian- Russia IVAN THE KOZAK, CENTRAL, GRADE=B, SMALLER PORTIONS-GROUP
13. Australian- Australia
14. Mexican- Mexico
15. Canadian- Canada (Something besides Poutine or Canadian Bacon)
16. Taiwanese- Taiwan
17. American Regional- USA (not burger and fries)
18. Greek- Greece
19. Middle Eastern- DIMPAL FUSION, JORDAN, BAD SERVICE/OK FOOD, GRADE=C, MATTHEW
 20. Egyptian- Egypt
21. Mongolian-China
22. Swiss- Switzerland
23. Vegan
24. Vegetarian
25. Indian- India
26.West African
27. Thai- Thailand
28. Argentinian- Argentina
29. Macaunese- Macau
30. Scottish- Scotland- CANNY MAN, WANCHAI, GOOD SELECTION AND FOOD, GRADE=A-, MEAGHAN
31.Irish- Ireland
32. British Pub- UK
33. Filipino- The Philippines
34. Turkish- Turkey
35. Danish- Denmark
36. Moroccan- Morocco
37.Malaysian- Malaysia
38. Singaporean- Singapore
39.Burmese- Burma
40.Nepalese- Nepal
41. Swedish- Sweden
42. Lebanese- Lebanon
43. Cuban- Cuba
44. Austrian- Austria
45. Indonesian- Indonesia
46. 100% Kosher meal- Our friends in Israel and other places
47. Basque- An in-between spot between Spain and France
48.Hunan- China
49.Dumplings- China
50. Dim Sum- Hong Kong
51. Chocolate Meal
52. Truffle Meal
53. Beach side, sea food meal
54. Peruvian- Peru
55. Portuguese- Portugal
56.Balinese- Bali
57.Steak House
58. Asian Fusion
59. Pizza- Italy
60. Burger and Fries- USA
61. Brunch-LOTUS, SOHO, FOOD OK. OPEN AIR BUT AVERAGE, Grade=B-, MEAGHAN AND MATT
62. Fish and Chips-UK
63. South African
64. Shanghainese- China
65. Peking - China
66. Bar Food- ?
67. Hand pulled Noodles- Asia in general
68. Dai Pai Dong- Hong Kong
69. Sushi- Japan- GENKI SUSHI, JORDAN, GRADE=A, GO EARLY AND GET FRESH PICKS!-MEAGHAN
70.Non PC Meal- All the things you are not supposed to eat! SH....
71.Diner/Deli- USA- FLYING PAN, WANCHAI, GRADE=A, GRITS ARE TECHNICALLY POLENTA BECAUSE THEY ARE USING THE WRONG CORN- MEAGHAN
72. Organic/Free Range Meal- (The Earth)
73. Cafe/Bistro- CAFE BISTRO (AKA CUM BABY), JORDAN, TOO FEW VEGGIES, GRADE=B, MATTHEW
 74. Gluten Free for the Celiacs in HK
75.Claypot/Hot Pot- China
76. Traditional Chinese Deserts- China and Hong Kong
77. Meal under 30 dollars (not fast food)
78. Street Food- Hong Kong
79. Cupcakes- USA- SWEET SECRETS, CARROT CAKE, GRADE=A+, NUT FREE CARROT CUPCAKES! YEA!!!!!-MEAGHAN
80. Home made meal- LAST SUPPER

DAYS LEFT= 65