Persian by heritage. British by upbringing. Hungry everywhere in between.

The Adventures of Hungry Fifi

Bahrain · Washington DC · London · Barbados · Tehran, in spirit

The Adventures of Hungry Fifi

Travel

Every essay, postcard and diary entry, newest first.

Europe

24 Hours in Lisbon (With No Pastel de Nata in Sight)

Because that’s all the time I had...just enough time to hug my good friend and recent transplant, eat my bodyweight in good food and climb more hills than I’d care to admit. Everyone’s moving to Lisbon, and after this trip, I see why. Sw...

Europe

Where to Eat, Drink & Dance in Ibiza

Aubergine by Atzaró A farm-to-table dream tucked inland near Santa Gertrudis. Local produce, good olive oil and the kind of rustic charm that makes you stay for coffee, dessert and another bottle of wine! Aubergine La Paloma Bohemian and...

Europe

Helsinki: 48 Hours in the Happiest Place in the World

This September, I had the most unexpected treat: an impromptu 48-hour trip to Helsinki! Views from the sauna Why Helsinki?An impromptu September trip landed me in the capital of Finland, a country consistently ranked the #1 happiest plac...

USA

Is Virginia the Rising Star of the Truffle World?

Foraging for truffles might conjure up images of misty European forests, truffle-sniffing pigs and the famed black truffles of France or Italy. But what if I told you that Virginia is quietly emerging as a player in the truffle world? Na...

USA

My Go-To Burgers in Hampton Roads

Discover my favourite burger spots in Hampton Roads, from LeGrand Kitchen's iconic sauce-slathered burger to Baker’s Wife’s unforgettable lamb burger.

USA

Hidden Barbecue Gem Alert

West Virginia's Unassuming Barbecue Spot Jordan Springs Market BBQ As a Brit, America's 'barbecue' is pretty elusive to us. Plenty of spots in the UK try to make it, people talk about and attempt to make it, but it really hasn't won our...

USA

Newport Bites

A Foodie's Guide to Coastal Delights Copy and paste this list for your next trip! Stunning views on the Coastal Walk Midtown Oyster Bar: Overall, this one was of my fave spots, as it is a great all-rounder. You can choose from their sunn...

USA

Must-Try Restaurants in Norfolk

Here are three Norfolk restaurants that I am visiting on rotation right now:  Blanca Food & Wine  Blanca is an unassuming dining spot where the focus is on seasonal ingredients and paired back deliciousness.  Head to the bar seats and wa...

USA

Chef’s Table (but on an Oyster Farm)

A unique oyster farm experience in coastal Virginia.

USA

36 Hours of Eating in Brooklyn

A foodie's guide to eating in Brooklyn; from bagels to kebabs, and everything in between.

USA

Pawpaw Hunting

This September, I finally checked something off my foodie bucket list: hunting for the elusive Pawpaw fruit at the annual Newport News Pawpaw Festival! For those of you unfamiliar with this magical fruit, let me introduce you to America’...

USA

36 Hours in Memphis (without doing a single touristy thing)

Two whirlwind days filled with food, fun, and a healthy dose of Southern hospitality. I didn’t do a single touristy thing on this trip due to meetings and appointments, but I will be back to see Graceland, the Civil Rights Museum and mor...