A Foreign Port of Entry : A Collection of Travel Stories from Asia to the Heart of Africa (Tastes & Tales: A Cultural Voyage Across Borders)

In his latest book, A Foreign Port of Entry, join the author on a captivating journey through Asia and Africa. The author, with vivid storytelling and keen observations, recounts his briefcase travels from Beijing to Istanbul, Cairo, Mumbai, and beyond. As a young man, he grew up in France, Belgium, and deep in central Africa, the former Belgian Congo. For the author, those adolescent years in the Congo were tremendously impactful and he has compiled a collection of anecdotes and stories from his formative years while living in the Congo. The author has traveled extensively visiting more than 26 countries on five continents with over 75 separate visits all in a short span of time. As a writer, he is passionate about the visual, historical, cultural, and culinary richness of cities such as Hanoi, Cape Town, Istanbul, and Cairo. The foods from these far-flung exotic cultures and the included recipes are essential to his writing. That richness of experience translates into meaningful stories to share. In A Foreign Port of Entry, the author blends mystery, intrigue, storytelling, and humor with unique cuisines from far-flung exotic cultures all essential ingredients in shaping this exciting adventure. It is a testament to the transformative power of travel and the beauty that exists in our world.Also on Amazon by the same author A Long Look Back: A Sentimental Journey of an American Growing Up in France Read more