When I first heard about Pastelaria Santo António, it was like being introduced to a local legend. This unassuming little bakery perched on the top of Alfama not only makes Lisbon’s iconic pastel de nata by the dozen but also won the title of “Best Pastel de Nata in Lisbon”...

Experience the very best of charming Montmartre by reserving a table at one of these restaurants, serving traditional French cuisines in enchanting environments.  Montmartre is famous for the Sacré-Coeur church, cobbled streets and dimly lit wine bars that made me feel as though I had stepped back in time. This...

Paris: The gastronomic capital of the world To call Paris a culinary hotspot is a bit of an understatement. Since the 20th century, French cuisine has been practically synonymous with fine dining; even the words ‘chef’ and ‘cuisine’ come from French. French techniques, French dishes, and French chefs became world...

Calling all tea lovers out there!  It’s no secret that tea is the most popular beverage consumed in Britain, with over 165 million cups drunk daily. I never understood how big tea was in the UK until my first visit. If you’re planning on visiting Britain’s capital, it’s only right...

The essence of Portugal resonates through every layer of its cuisine—fresh, vibrant, and abundantly flavorful. Portugal is a country where culinary artistry takes center stage, and the alchemy of simple ingredients transforms into sought-after masterpieces that rival others across the continent. For those looking for a truly delicious, expansive culinary...

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It’s one statement we’ve all grown up hearing. While the jury’s still out on this one, the Romans do breakfast a little differently. It’s not that locals don’t appreciate a good breakfast, but it tends to be a relatively casual affair...

You can’t truly get a feel for a city’s culture without trying the local cuisine, and in the Eternal City, food is a way of life. I may be speaking from a foodie’s perspective, but knowing what to eat in Rome is just as important as checking the Colosseum, Pantheon,...

The word ‘coffee’ might not immediately spring to mind when I ask you what Berlin is renowned for. But the city’s young, progressive population loves sustainable and reliably-sourced products. This makes Berlin’s Fairtrade coffee culture both dynamic and delicious. All of the best cafés in Berlin offer at least a...