Our Plated star🌟 well done everyone past and current who made it possible to be award a Michelin star of 2020! . .
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#michelin #michelinstar #michelinguide #cheflife #teamwork #chef #finedining #artofplating
If you told me years ago I’d leave the kitchen behind, I wouldn’t have believed you.
After 8 years as a chef, Covid completely shifted my life and forced me to rethink my path. Stepping away from the kitchen gave me time to figure out what I truly wanted, even though I was scared to dive into my creativity—afraid of burning out again.
But travel changed everything.
Sharing stories through meals, meeting people around the world, and reconnecting with food on a deeper level helped me rediscover my passion and appreciate the craft in a new way.
Now, I've turned that spark into a career in content creation. As a food & travel photographer-videographer, I aim to capture culinary stories, global adventures, and the human moments behind them.
Madrid, the stating point of my journey as a food & travel content creator / photographer. Making this decision is not an easy choice, and some would say it's a fruitless pursuit for your own satisfaction.
However, as I look back at one of my posts and see how far I've come over the years, I would say I did quite well for myself.
As I move on to my next chapter , I would simply say that this is the only start of my journey and as I continue to share stories for the world to see, I will always rememeber who gave the time to support me during this journey of mine.
So where to next? PORTO, PORTUGAL 🇵🇹 The birthplace of Port🍷
#KOABROAD #koabroad #kristianstudios #madridstory #solotraveler #digitalnomad #contentmarketing
Starting this cooking journey to find my love for cooking again.
One thing that I never really got to talk about is my experience in the hospital industry.
So I'm gonna be starting this series,
COOKING WITH KO
Im gonna be talking about my thoughts on the industry, learning new dishes that I might enjoy, and finding my love for cooking once again.
So if there's anything you would like me to cook or talk about within the indutry let me know?
#koabroad #kristiastudio #cookingwithko #SoloTraveler
Save it or skip it?
Something I've just gotta accept that some days just don't always go to plan.
But it's how you react that determines the outcome of your day.
Since I'm going to Japan soon, I wanted to get into the mood and try out Uzimaki London.
A Japanese anime-themed restaurant in the heart of London.
However, things take a turn for the worse.
Is my content day ruined, or will I be able to save it?
EP2
Restaurant @uzumakilondon
Location - 107 Great Russell St, London WC1B 3NB
Opening times -12–11 pm
#KOAbroad #kristianstudio #saveitorskipit
Save it or skip it?
So this is going to my new series im going to be visiting Restaurants, pop up , events and more to give my thoughts about the food and see if it's worth saving up or skipping it?
Let me know what Restaurants, pop up , events you like me to visit in my upcoming series?
Ep1
Restaurant - @filishack
Location - Unit 6, 191 Wood Ln, London W12 7FP, United Kingdom
Opening times -11am -10pm
#KOAbroad #kristianstudio #saveitorskipit
Reconnecting to my roots.
When I stopped being a chef, photography was the first form of my creative outlet that i took, documenting travel and food along my creative journey.
For me, capturing moments that I found special in the everyday routines of people and around world really fascinated me.
where most people would ignore, my eyes would want to seek out those moments that connect us all.
So now, though, for some time ive been taking my journey toward videography.
Its has been refreshing to get back into photography after some years, and what better way than to start with food!
But let me know your thoughts.
What was your 1st Creative Outlet when you first started out, and why?
#kristianstudio #koabroad #contentcreator #solotraveler
From pop-ups to possibilities.
We brought Yume Ramen to 166 Café Bar — bowls crafted with care, curiosity, and a lot of heart.
Thank you to @166cafebar for having us, Kristian @koabroad for capturing this moment so beautifully, and to Rose from @filipinosinlondon for coming through once again to show love and support 🤍
This is just the beginning. 🍜✨
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#ramenlovers #londoneats #yumeramenlondon #londonfoodies #ramenlove #ramenlife #londonfoodscene #ramenlover #slurpseason #londonfoodies #londonfoodguide #londonfoodspots #supportsmallbusinessuk #ramenpopup
🍜 Yūme Rāmen × Kapihan
A special pop-up rooted in Filipino creativity, hosted in one of London’s most loved Filipino family run cafés.
Thank you to @k_a_p_i_h_a_n for opening your beautiful space to us.
Huge shoutout to Kristian @koabroad for filming and producing this reel, and Rose @filipinosinlondon for the support and love.
This pop-up wasn’t just about serving ramen — it was about celebrating Filipino craft, community, and the stories that inspire us.
Thank you to everyone who came along to show your support. We truly appreciate every single one of you for helping to keep Yūme going. Until the next bowl. 🤍🍜🇵🇭🇯🇵
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#yumeramenlondon #ramenlovers #londoneats #ramenlife #ramenlove #ramenlife #londonfoodscene #slurpseason #londonfoodscene #londonfoodguide #ramenpopup #popups #foodpopup #supportsmallbusinessuk
KOAbroad - My journey around Donegal 🇮🇪
Arriving in Ireland for the first, I've managed to get little moments during my time in Letterkenny, Donegal, and Ireland with special thanks for @tbexevents , @govisitdonegal_@foodcoastdonegal from visiting the Sliabh Liag to taking a food workshop around Donegal
It was an amazing 5 days getting to meet solo travers, bloggers, and creators, food artisans, chefs, producers, and overall just fantastic stories people have shared.
Thank you, Ireland, for treating me so well! Hope to see you soon!
CelebrASIA 2025
🎥: @koabroad
Back for its second year at Battersea Power Station, the largest Southeast Asian festival in London was held during ESEA Heritage Month.
The Philippines was proudly represented through food stalls, businesses, workshops, performances and exclusive dining experiences.
Featured in the reel:
Aking Sinta jewellery
Erika Vallido - designer Filipinianas
Elmz Valdez London
Roni B's kitchen - award winning Filipino flavours
The Adobros - award winning Filipino caterer
FiliGrillz street food
Kasa and Kin
That's It Pancit
Tarsier - South East Asian spirit
Millia De Leon
Lahing Kayumanggi dance company
Featured in the festival:
Traditional wear parade by Miss & Mr Philippines UK
DJ Pinoy Grooves
Baybayin workshop by John Leyson
An exclusive feast by Budgie Montoya
What was your favourite feature in the festival?
KOABROAD -The experience of running my first ever marathon.
I never believed that I would get into long-distance running in the first place.
let alone believing I can do it under sub 5 hours.
However, despite my doubts of facing my most challenging endurance race ever, the moment the Race started, I was matching with the sub-5-hour pacer with ease during the first half of the race.
so once 30KM hit I made a bet with myself to push myself to truly understand how far I am willing to push the limits of my mind and body.
Every step during 35km onwards was nothing but mental fortitude to keep going, to never give up, and all the while uplifting other runners who is having a hard time crossing the finish line.
So as I push to the very end and cross the finish line, I was able to make it with the final time of...
4 hours, 51 minutes, and 32 seconds
With all those feelings and the experience I felt during this race. This is something I will never forget for a long time.
it has showen me how much we are really capable of amazing goals, if we truly put our minds to it and believe in ourselves.
Thank you @richmondrunfest for hosting
Special thanks to my family and my bro for being my main supporters during this journey of mine.❤️
whats next now? Ultra?
