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Vila Nova de Gaia: History, Port Wine & Things to Do
On the south bank of the Douro River, directly across from Porto, lies a city with a completely different feel. This is Vila Nova de Gaia. Although people often lump Gaia and Porto together, they’re actually two separate places. Neighborhood Overview and History Vila Nova de Gaia has been a...
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A Culinary Guide to Street Food in Venice
Meandering through the cute cobblestoned paths of Venice and sampling the street food or some gelato is essential to everyone’s trip while sightseeing in the City of Water. For me, there’s a certain magic that comes with seeing your meal cooked in front of you across from the Rialto Bridge....
A Local’s Guide to Desserts in Venice
In Venetian cuisine, dessert holds the same importance as any other part of a meal. Sweet treats like cakes, cookies, and other baked goods also serve as popular snacks, evident from the lengthy queues outside local pastry shops and much-loved Venice cafes every day of the week! From my food...
An Essential Guide to Seafood in Venice
It’s pretty much a given that you’ll get some seriously good seafood by the ocean when visiting any Italian city, and the city of Venice in the northeastern region of Veneto is no different. With prime access to the Venetian Lagoon and fierce competition among fishermen to get their hands...
A Culinary Guide to Michelin Star Restaurants in Venice
If it’s a fine dining experience you’re after, I think the plethora of Michelin-star restaurants in Venice will be right up your street. At present, the greater Venice area is home to over a dozen establishments that have made their way into the Michelin Guide! In reality, it’s hard work...
A Local’s Guide to Rooftop Bars in Venice
Few skylines are as legendary as Venice’s, and where better to lap up the panoramic views with an aperitif than at one of the city’s fabulous rooftop bars? Venice isn’t quite as revered for its nightlife as other Italian cities are, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t many superb spots...
Venice and the wider Veneto region have a slew of scrumptious pasta dishes unique to the area. Better still, the locals here also know a thing or two about recreating specialties from the likes of Rome and Naples, making it quite the culinary paradise for pasta lovers. It’s easy to...
San Lorenzo Florence: History, Markets, and Renaissance Landmarks
The San Lorenzo district is undoubtedly one of Florence’s most exciting areas. Conveniently located near some of the city’s most popular attractions in the heart of the historic center, I don’t doubt you’ll pass through here at some point during your trip. Why San Lorenzo Is One of Florence’s Most...
Jewish Ghetto Rome: History, Culture & Food
Rome has plenty of unique neighborhoods, but the Jewish Quarter is particularly distinctive. Its cobblestone streets, historic piazzas, and striking architecture give it so much character. Why the Jewish Ghetto Is a Unique Neighborhood Today, a thriving Jewish community still lives here, continuing traditions that date back centuries. That living...
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