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Éclair de Génie: Paris’s Sweetest Spot for High-End Éclairs
When I first walked into Éclair de Génie, I already knew I wasn’t just entering another pastry shop. Paris is full of patisseries, but this is among the best, and there’s something instantly magnetic about this place. The moment I saw the golden letters under the deep blue awning and...
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A tour of top sights of the Roman Empire
It’s impossible to separate the present city of Rome from the past. After all, everything you see around you simply covers up something else built 2000 years ago or so: below street level you can find temples, a baths, restaurants and houses. To try to get a picture of what...
What on Earth is a "Frikandel"? Your Guide to Where to Eat It!
There are a handful of delicacies that compete for the title of Holland’s Favorite Snack. Here at Eating Europe, we have already talked about a few of the dishes that locals unabashedly adore like herring, croquettes, and bitterballen. There is one tasty treat, though, that is so beloved, so unique,...
Life on the Water: Amsterdam’s Houseboats
In a city that boasts over 100 kilometers of canals, yet suffers from an on-going housing shortage, it comes as no surprise that people have taken to living on the water. Since the Second World War, when housing opportunities were already limited but cargo ships were in abundance, the inhabitants...
The significance of fairy tales in Czech culture cannot be underestimated. You only need to tune into local television around the holidays to catch the flood of live action pohádky that are almost as much of a treat as the traditional Christmas carp and potato salad. While the national passion for...
Amsterdam’s historical architecture may make for one of the most charming cities in the world but the wonky houses and steep stairs are not ideal when trying to navigate around with a pram. Thus, a lot of the small cafes in the center are not too well suited when looking for...
The most traditional Strudel (or Štrůdl, as we call it in Prague) recipe
The history of strudel dates back hundreds of years. First mentions of a strudel-like pastry appear in the late 15th century in Czech and Austrian archives. The origins of the recipe can be traced to Turkish baklava and filo pastry; the dish spread to Europe after the fall of Constantinople....
5 Reasons Cat Lovers Should Visit Prague
Prague is well known for its beer, history and architecture, but there are also a number of hidden gems for cat fans hidden throughout the city. From cats paired with coffee at Prague’s cat cafe to an international gathering of cat connoisseurs, the Czech capital has plenty to offer fans...
This was written with contributions by Dalila Ercolani. During village festivals, fairs, markets, concerts or sporting events, the modern streets of Rome are often filled often with food trucks that include the famous porchettari (or porchetta men). These vans house a functional kitchen to display and distribute the heavenly delicacy...
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