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Copenhagen Cafes: A Guide to the City’s Specialty Scene
The one thing I look forward to when I visit Copenhagen is the cafe scene. The Danish capital is known as the one place where hygge and specialty coffee coexist, and it’s all about slow mornings and communal tables, without the rush. Why Copenhagen’s Café Culture Stands Out Copenhagen is...
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A Local’s Guide to Croquetas in San Sebastian
Croquetas in San Sebastian embody Basque cuisine. They’re made from a thick bechamel sauce, mixed with other diced ingredients and perfectly deep fried to be crispy on the outside, yet creamy on the inside. Popular accent ingredients for Basque croquetas in San Sebastian include jamón, wild mushrooms, and salt cod....
Where to Find Pintxos in San Sebastian
When it comes to unforgettable culinary experiences few places in the world can hold a candle to the delectable pintxos of San Sebastián. They’re the Basque Country’s answer to tapas, typically skewered with a toothpick atop a small slice of bread and show off the local food culture and world-class...
A Guide to Breakfast in San Sebastian
Breakfast in San Sebastian is more than just part of the morning routine. It’s more of a casual ritual that sets the tone for a day with culinary delights that crush even the tastiest hotel continental breakfast. Locals and travelers alike ease into the day at sunlit cafés, savoring flaky...
A Local’s Guide to Non-Touristy Restaurants in Prague
It’s a given that when you come to Prague, you must try at least one traditional Czech dish. Common favorites include: svíčková, slices of pork tenderloin, a rich savory gravy sauce topped with cream and cranberry sauce plus knedliky, which are potato dumplings; goulash, a beef stew-like dish with potato...
A Guide to Restaurants in San Sebastian
San Sebastian is the culinary crown jewel of Spain’s Basque coast. The city and the people’s relationship with the sea has created a foodie paradise renowned for its world-class restaurants, vibrant pintxo bars, and deep-rooted gastronomic traditions. Whether you’re making reservations at a Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant or settling in...
In 2009, a new player stepped into the Czech cuisine game – a new player, but with old roots. Since then, Lokal has opened 6 more restaurants in Prague, Pilsen and Brno, and has become a favorite among both locals and foreign visitors. This most traditional member of the Ambiente...
Navigating Healthy Fast Food in Prague
Good news for health-conscious visitors to Prague: klobása and deep-fried cheese are not the only game in town for convenience dining. A host of cafes, bistros, and delis promise fast, wholesome food in a casual setting. Here are 7 tips for a healthy lunch or quick snack on the go...
A Local’s Guide to Vegetarians and Vegans in Prague
Vegetarianism and veganism are becoming more and more popular and so is visiting Prague! While Czech cuisine isn’t known for being veg-friendly, it isn’t difficult to be a vegetarian in Prague. Fried cheese is often the only vegetarian option found on the menus of traditional restaurants but there are a...