Know Congo The Goma paradox How arms trading, corruption, illegal mining, and the foreign aid that comes with conflict fuel a Congolese city’s boom.
Know Scotland The accidental activist: A Q&A with Janey Godley Glaswegian comedian and author Janey Godley went from barmaid to comedian to activist.
Know Morocco A city of stories Tangier’s literary history is unlike any other the world has ever known or may ever know again.
Know Detroit Malik Yakini wants to improve food access in Motor City The urban farmer talks about food justice in Detroit.
Know Shanghai Bourdain, off the cuff: Shanghai “From what I see everywhere I go, the world is becoming more Chinese.”
Know Morocco Bourdain’s field notes: Morocco “This week’s show is not about Morocco. Nor is it about Tangier precisely. It’s about the intersection between the Old World and the New.”
Go Scotland The perfect day in Glasgow Head into the Merchant City, explore the parks, grab a wee dram, and sample the international cuisine of a city on the rise.
Eat Lyon Photo essay: In the kitchen of Mère Brazier Photographer Etienne Maury offers a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse of a legendary Lyonnais kitchen.
Eat Shanghai Recipe: Little Alley’s xiaolongbao Chef Yuchun Cheung shares his recipe for Shanghai-style soup dumplings.