Oz Ilan

Oz Ilan is a guitarist, composer, and passionate food traveler from Israel. Since 2021, he has been exploring the world, immersing himself in local cultures through their markets, kitchens, and stories. Currently based in Southeast Asia, he draws inspiration from the deep connection between food, history, and tradition. Beyond his musical career, Oz shares his culinary discoveries and cultural encounters on his blog Savored by Oz, where he highlights how flavors and traditions reflect the people who carry them. For him, travel is best experienced through the meals shared, the voices of locals, and the timeless bond between culture and cuisine.

Breakfast at 7Mohng

Discovering Authentic Flavors at 7Mohng in Chiang Mai

When most travelers think of Chiang Mai breakfast options, images of hearty rice porridge or fragrant noodle soups might come to mind, but I recently stumbled upon a place that redefines that expectation. Tucked away in one of Chiang Mai’s bustling neighborhoods is 7Mohng, a restaurant that serves traditional northern Thai and Thai-Chinese breakfasts that

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Krabi limestone cliffs and river at sunrise with longtail boats

Beyond Railay Beach: Food Travel In Undiscovered Krabi

Beyond Railay Beach: Food Travel In Undiscovered Krabi Krabi food travel usually starts on the beach, yet real flavors truly appear in places where tourists avoid. Krabi’s wet markets and street corners bare some of the best food finds in the province. Early morning at Maharaj Market shows a different side of this coastal town.

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Phongsaly Old Town street with Yunnanese wooden houses in Undiscovered Laos

Undiscovered Laos: Explore The Lost Kingdom Of Phongsaly

Undiscovered Laos: Explore The Lost Kingdom Of Phongsaly Undiscovered Laos often surprises travelers who travel up north. After a 14-hour bus ride through endless mountains and sharp curves, I finally reached Phongsaly Old Town. Although I felt exhausted, the cool air immediately refreshed me. Moreover, it was obvious to me that I had arrived somewhere

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Spoonful of spicy mapo tofu held against the backdrop of Vang Vieng’s limestone mountains.

Is This Heaven? Exploring the Flavors of Rural Laos Stepping off the bus in Vang Vieng, I felt as if I had entered another world. Rolling limestone mountains rose from emerald valleys, while rivers curved lazily through rice paddies. Yet, it wasn’t just the scenery that took my breath away — it was the aroma

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What To Eat In Phuket: Kanom Jeen Gaeng Gai

What to Eat in Phuket: 3 Noodle Dishes You Can’t Miss

What to Eat in Phuket: 3 Noodle Dishes You Can’t Miss! Arrival in Phuket Town: A Culinary Crossroads When I arrived in Phuket Town, I immediately noticed its colorful mix of architecture — Sino-Portuguese shophouses lining narrow streets, local markets buzzing with life, and small temples tucked between cafés and food stalls. Moreover, the morning

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