Articles by Oz

Oz is originally from central Israel, and is currently based in Amsterdam. Alongside being a jazz musician, he is a dedicated foodie and a professional chef. He has traveled the world since 2021, exploring some of his favourite cuisines such as Thai, Greek, Moroccan and much more! His favourite way to travel is going to food markets and venues, interacting with the local people and hearing their stories through food. He is inspired by the unbreakable bond between a culture and culinary traditions. By travelling and eating, he enjoys witnessing how food can influence and be influenced by history and cultural exchange.

Pak Mo Krob are crispy rice paper wraps from the Thai Vietnamese community in Northeast Thailand. They are crispy, sweet and savory wraps of seasoned pork, served with a chili garlic dipping sauce.

Satu gai is a Thai Vietnamese chicken stew with tomatoes and vegetables.

Traveling in Sakon Nakhon in Thailand’s Northern region of Isan offers a unique glimpse into Thailand’s past – the town where the Vietnam War never ended.

Pasembur is a Malaysian salad of vegetables with protein in a warm sweet potato and peanut sauce. It is also known as rojak.

Ayam masak kurma is a rich and fragrant chicken curry with potatoes and coconut milk.

Nasi Kandar, Roti, and Teh Tarik: food in Northwestern Malaysia has a fascinating tie to India.

Son-in-Law eggs (Kai Luk Koey) are a special-occasion Thai dish comprised of hard-boiled eggs that are fried and served in a sweet and salty sauce.

Yum mamuang is a tangy and slightly sweet Thai salad made from unripe mangoes, peanuts, and lime juice.

If you’ve ever wondered what is authentic Thai food – what Thai people really eat – you’re in the right place. Come along with our writer Oz as he dives into authentic Thai cuisine from his experiences traveling in the country.

Gulai Panas Ikan Temenung is a Malaysian fish curry that features whole fish in an aromatic sauce of coconut milk and spices.

Enjoy pek nga, a traditional Malaysian treat for breakfast, or any time of day. These Malaysian pancakes are studded with coconut and perfectly fried to perfection.

Travel to Malaysia with our writer Oz as he shares a trip in Langkawi, Malaysia.

Mee Kola is a savory Cambodian vegetarian noodle dish full of fresh herbs and pickled vegetables in a sweet and salty sauce.

This lemongrass chicken curry takes you on a trip to the border of Cambodia and Thailand, for a fusion of cultures in a spicy, aromatic dish.

Chicken pastilla is a type of Moroccan chicken pie wrapped in a crispy, flaky crust, with a unique sweet and nutty twist.

Pae Hin is a Burmese chickpea soup that uses split chickpeas to create a rich and warming soup that is perfect for a cold winter day.

Come along with our writer, Oz, as he shares an unforgettable road trip in Western Cambodia – full of history and delicious food.

Kastana stifado, a Greek recipe of red wine braised chestnuts with beans and onions.