Turkish food and drinks: a culinary adventure
Istanbul was definitely one of our favorite places, and a big part of that was all of the delicious food and drink on offer. Here are some of the highlights […]
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Visiting an occupied textile factory
We talk to the spokesman of a workers resistance movement at a textile factory in Istanbul.
Our Georgian Winery Marathon
Georgia is regarded by many as the birthplace of wine. It was only right that we visit the vineyards and wineries and have a little taste.
Arabian Nights in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan has the most beautiful architecture we have seen on the ancient Silk Road. For some reason, Aladdin’s theme song got stuck in my head. So I made this video.
Kyrgyz experience: playing polo with a dead goat
We spent Kyrgyzstan’s independence day at the Hippodrome for the Buzkashi finals, a central Asian version of polo… played with a headless goat carcass instead of a ball.
How I survived the Kazakh legal system
My experience with the Kazakh justice left me confused, bemused, amused and thankfully free… though a little lighter in the wallet.
Booze Review: Alcoholic Horse Milk (Kumys)
With Phil’s impending trial, we were in danger of losing Betty. In our despair, we turned to Kumys, an alcoholic drink made from fermented mare’s milk.
Yurting Good Fun
Almost sinking into a well led us to our best adventure yet- our saviours invited us to their Yurt for a truly Kazakh experience.
One Month in Russia: a Video Recap
Previously on Tokyo to Capetown… Here is our last update from Russia.
King’s Ginger: the Swiss Edition
Having encountered fellow adventurers Fabio and Cynthia in Siberia, we decided on a dangerous game of the King’s Cup… It could only have ended one way.
The Grand Adventure: Tokyo to Cape Town 