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An Essential Guide to Tortilla in Madrid
As much as I love the taste of egg-based dishes, I’m willing to admit that omelets may not be the most exciting meal out there! However, if you’ve ever tried Spain’s take on an omelet, known locally as tortilla de patatas, you’ll know that the Spanish sure know how to...
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Best Places to Go for Afternoon Tea in London
Whether you’re looking for a traditional experience or something a little more on the quirky side, going for afternoon tea in London is a wonderful way to spend an afternoon with friends or family. But where should you indulge in this quintessentially British activity? Here are three of our favorites;...
15 of the Best Desserts in Europe
European sweets are as varied and diverse the cultures they come from. You’ll find candies and cakes, sweet and savory, from the English Channel to the Mediterranean Sea. These are a few of the best European dishes for dessert!. Appeltaart in Amsterdam You may have heard the saying, “as American...
Rome is undoubtedly one of the most romantic cities in the world. Even its name in Italian, Roma, is amor, or love in Latin, spelled backwards. The city inspires romanticism through its long history, indulgent architecture, picturesque piazzas dotted with fountains, range of art, and of course the possibility of...
Interview with a Pastry Chef: Costanza Fortuna, Founder of Dess’Art
If you’ve done our Taste of Testaccio Tour, you’re bound to remember the delectable cannoli at Dess’Art, a fantastic little bakery (see more photos here) that’s been serving up both sweet and savory fare at the Testaccio market for the past two years. We caught up with Dess’Art’s founder and...
Very much in the center of Rome, the piazza of Campo dei Fiori is one of the city’s liveliest. Visitors, expats and long-time residents pass through this square at all times of night and day. And the daily market, held Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 2 pm, is...
Supermarket Sweep: How to Navigate Rome’s Supermarkets
We all know that you’ll be eating out more than staying in during your time in Rome – who can resist those pizza, pasta and gelato temptations? However, you may well need some supplies during your trip, or be planning a picnic lunch or dinner. And a visit to the...
Memories of Amsterdam: Which Souvenirs to Bring Home
While your stay in Amsterdam will inevitably come to an end, you can always bring home memories of Amsterdam in the form of souvenirs. Sometimes a little tacky, other times a little cheesy (literally!), Amsterdam souvenirs are fun ways to remember your trip. Here are our picks for the best...
Svařák Recipe: Recreate the Taste of a Czech Christmas Market in Your Kitchen!
At every Christmas market in Prague you’ll find multiple stands selling svařák (also known as svařené víno or “hot wine”), but they won’t all taste the same. Why? Because recipes vary from region to region and household to household. Eva Jasná has been making svařák at home for years, but...