The Backpack Foodie

The World, 2009-2011: Helene and I sold everything we owned, and in September 2009, we hit the road. The result was a year-long Slow trip filled with wonders, friendships, and delicious meals. Somewhere over a cup of coffee, the Way of Slow Travel was born.

Farewell to Southeast Asia

After five countries in four months, it's time for the Backpack Foodie to leave Southeast Asia. Here are the best - and worst - of his time in the region.

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Thailand’s Northeast, Part 2: Udon Thani to Khorat

A trip through Thailand's northeast region of Isaan, including stops in Khon Kaen and Nakhon Ratchasima.

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Eating at Street Level: Tips on Enjoying Street Food

Tips on eating street food from the Backpack Foodie, including pictures of street dishes from around the world.

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Thailand’s Northeast, Part 1: Vientiane to Udon Thani

A trip through Thailand's northeastern region of Isaan, including a stop in Udon Thani.

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Three Travel Secrets: Backpack Foodie Edition

There’s this meme going around where travel bloggers each spill three “secrets” they learned from traveling. The concept also involves tagging five other bloggers, but as you can imagine, at the bottom of the pyramid you run out of friends ...

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