The Taste

Erected nearly 3,800 years ago, Hammurabi’s Code is a monumental record of Babylonian law, etched in stone to define standards of justice, punishment, and royal legitimacy. With 282 specific laws covering contracts, medicine, trade, and family law, the code...

In the imperial heart of Vietnam, the city of Hue is quietly redefining vegetarian cuisine. A legacy of Buddhist ritual and royal refinement converges with locally sourced produce and community values to make plant-based dining not just an alternative,...

Nestled just over two hours from Hanoi, Mai Châu offers a serene contrast to the rugged terrain and crowds of Sapa. Tucked into emerald valleys and misty hills, this gentle landscape is shaped by White Thai and Mường culture,...

Imagine a city that literally pays you back for being eco-conscious. In Copenhagen, the new CopenPay initiative turns responsible travel into a currency of free experiences—from museum access and boat tours to meals and wellness classes. By completing green...

From sacred Neolithic circles to Roman villas buried for millennia, the UK is a treasure trove of ancient wonders. These seven archaeological sites illuminate the layered history of an island that has been continuously inhabited for thousands of years. Stonehenge:...

China’s high-speed rail network is more than an engineering marvel — it’s a window into a nation in motion. Blurring landscapes, changing skylines, and the quiet hum of acceleration converge to redefine what it means to travel across the...

In the southeastern corner of Sicily, in the coastal town of Avola, almonds are more than a crop — they are identity, inheritance, and quiet revolution. As harvest season arrives, the air thickens with sun, dust, and the sweet...

Once a Roman outpost and now a hidden gem on the Camino de Santiago, Astorga is a city where history simmers in every pot. From hearty stews to sugary confections, its cuisine speaks of pilgrimage, empire, and the enduring...

Once known more for its medieval towns and coastal cliffs, Girona has become a gastronomic force in Spain. With boundary-pushing chefs, deep-rooted Catalan traditions, and landscapes that feed both plate and imagination, the province is redefining what it means...

In a world shaped by urgency and overstimulation, forest bathing offers a slow, deliberate form of escape. Rooted in Japanese tradition but blooming across the globe, this sensory immersion in nature is not just poetic — it's physiological. It...