Food is our love language—sharing global flavors and stories one recipe at a time.
Before this blog began, our plates were predictable. A chance encounter over mango sticky rice in Thailand changed everything. We discovered that food is the fastest path to understanding a culture—and ourselves.
We're Oliver, Natalia, and Victor—a family united by wanderlust and an insatiable curiosity for authentic flavors. For over 15 years, we've traveled through 50+ countries, collecting not just recipes, but the stories behind them. Every dish we share carries a memory, a lesson, or a moment of pure joy discovered in kitchens, markets, and family tables around the world.
We believe that an adventurous palate leads to an adventurous life. Every recipe we develop is tested in our family kitchen and adapted for home cooks who want authentic flavors without the complexity. We're not professional chefs—we're passionate travelers who cook with our hearts and share with our souls.
Our approach combines Oliver's formal hospitality training in Austria and Oman with Natalia's Russian culinary heritage and our shared experiences living as expatriates in Asia. This unique blend gives us perspectives that most food bloggers simply don't have.
"Every recipe carries a memory worth savoring—whether it's the grandmother in Krasnoyarsk who taught us perfect pelmeni, or the street vendor in Bangkok whose tom yum changed our understanding of balance."
— The Mayerhoffer Family
With Russian roots and an insatiable curiosity, I excel at connecting with people and uncovering the stories behind every dish. My passion is finding hidden gems—from family-run trattorias in Tuscany to forgotten recipes in Siberian villages.
Specialties: Eastern European cuisine, cultural context, travel planning
As the recipe developer behind our dishes, I bring professional hospitality training from Austria and Oman. I specialize in deconstructing complex flavors and making them achievable for home cooks. My palate leans bold and spicy!
Specialties: Recipe development, Middle Eastern cuisine, spice balancing
At 8 years old, I've already tried calamari in Spain, dumplings in South Korea, and have strong opinions on the best mango sticky rice in Thailand. I keep our family adventures fun and help test kid-friendly adaptations!
Favorite Foods: Dumplings, fresh tropical fruits, anything with rice
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