Porto Historic Center: History, Culture & Food

If you’re visiting Porto, there’s a good chance the historic center will be among your first stops. The area earned UNESCO World Heritage status for its cultural importance, and it’s easy to see why. Quaint buildings, Medieval architecture, narrow streets, and the city’s traditional layout all give you a glimpse...

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A Food Lover’s Guide to Vegan Food in Athens

Like in many European cities, the variety of vegan options in Athens is steadily growing. Not only are there plenty of vegan-friendly eateries with plant-based versions of traditional Greek dishes but there are also numerous restaurants offering international-inspired vegan fare. The city’s culinary landscape has changed quite a bit between...

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A Culinary Guide to Traditional Desserts in Athens

Greek desserts are enjoying a renaissance in the international foodie landscape, standing toe to toe with other popular European treats like Italian gelato, Basque cheesecake, and French crème brûlée. Of course, no Athens foodie visit is complete without sampling a few great desserts and tasty treats along the way. To...

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An Essential Guide to Gluten-Free Dining in Athens

If you thought sticking to gluten-free dishes in Athens meant you’d miss out on classics like moussaka, kebabs, and gyros, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to find that’s not the case. Nowadays, more restaurants in the city are working to accommodate guests with dietary requirements.  This has made finding food that’s...

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Navigating the Average Cost of Food in Athens

Athens is one of the more affordable capital cities in Europe in terms of food costs and general cost of living. Whether you’re a backpacker looking to stay in a hostel or you’re simply in search of tasty street food, you’ll find the food prices in Athens to be lower...

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A Culinary Guide to Street Food in Athens

When it comes to street food scenes around Europe, we often think of Mediterranean countries like Italy or Portugal, but somewhere else is on the verge of rivaling these two destinations, and that’s Athens. Athens is the hub of ancient Greek cuisine that foodies can’t get enough of; the way...

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A Local’s Guide to Souvlaki in Athens

Ah, souvlaki. Feasting on mouthwatering skewers of marinated grilled meat is a Greek pastime at this point. For those unfamiliar with souvlaki, which translates to ‘spit’ or ‘skewer,’ it’s been a part of Greek cuisine on islands like Santorini and Crete in some form since the 17th century BC. I’m...

An Essential Guide to Gyro in Athens

Even if you know next to nothing about Greek street food, I’m willing to bet you’ve heard about gyros! They’re reminiscent of kebabs from Turkey and various Middle Eastern wraps, yet gyros are very much a Greek tradition, dating back to the 19th century. I don’t think I’ve run a...

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A Culinary Guide to Michelin-Starred Restaurants in Berlin

Berlin’s Michelin-star dining scene features some of the top restaurants in Europe. It includes an eclectic mix of high-end fine dining, boundary-pushing innovation, and diverse global influences. You’ll find everything from classic French cuisine and modern German gastronomy to Japanese-inspired tasting menus and plant-based fine dining. Berlin’s top chefs are...

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