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items: Best restaurants in Porto, Portugal: where locals eat and drink
items: My unexpected journey through Norway's fjords – saunas, seafood and striking views
items: Ljubljana's best restaurants: where to eat and drink in Slovenia's capital
items: Best restaurants in Amsterdam: an insider shares where locals eat and drink
items: 31 best Italian hotels for food lovers to visit in 2026
items: This lush, unspoilt region has plenty to offer foodies beyond its famous cake
items: Best restaurants in Prague: where a local eats and drinks in the Czech capital
items: Best restaurants in Folegandros: where to eat on this chic Greek island
items: 11 unique foodie-friendly hiking trails in Europe
items: Why I love The Julian Alps, Slovenia's lush green region
items: 8 Portuguese food trips
items: Best Irish holidays for food lovers – Dublin, Cork, Galway and more
items: 12 best Spanish food trips
items: European hidden gems: must-visit hotels off the beaten track
items: Best hotels in Paris for a memorable stay in the French capital
items: Where to eat and drink in Málaga: an insider shares her favourite restaurants
items: 16 best French food trips
items: Best restaurants in Tbilisi: where locals eat in the vibrant Georgian capital
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items: Why I love Georgia, the home of cheesy khachapuri and unique wine
items: Czech food: how to cook like a local
items: Best Christmas markets in Europe
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items: Why I love the South Tyrol, Italy's unique alpine region
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Best restaurants in Porto, Portugal: where locals eat and drink
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date: 2026-03-16T09:23:57.000Z
creator: Alex Crossley
subject: Europe
subject: Travel
subject: Local city guides
description: Discover our pick of where to eat and drink in Portugal's elegant second city, including local hotspots, chef favourites and new openings, plus a spotlight on a foodie neighbourhood
encoded: Looking for restaurants in Porto? Want to know where to eat in Portugal's northern city? Our local and in house experts share their insider tips for the best restaurants in Porto, along with where to find the best pastéis de nata (custard tarts), sandes de pernil (pork sarnies) and port houses. For more Portuguese travel inspiration, discover 10 things we love about the food from the Algarve and more of the best Portugal food trips. Next, check out our city guides to Málaga, Prague and Ljubljana. Our pick of Porto's best restaurants, cafés and bars Manteigaria – for custard tarts Fans of Lisbon’s cult custard tart shop, Manteigaria, will be pleased to know that Porto has its own branch now. Watch chefs work with spirals of butter and pastry (the kitchen walls are made entirely from glass), transforming them into crisp wheels that are then filled with cinnamon-spiked custard. Stand at the counter and down an espresso, or head to the adjoining minimalistic canteen to savour your tart with a glass of port. Pedro dos Frangos – for piri-piri chicken This long-running Porto favourite has been specialising in charcoal-roasted chicken since the 1960s. Whole birds are slowly spit-roasted over glowing coals until the skin turns burnished and crisp, then chopped into juicy portions and brushed with a punchy piri-piri sauce that delivers a gentle chilli kick. Order a whole chicken to share and it arrives piled onto a large platter with a generous heap of skinny fries and a simple lettuce and tomato salad to balance the richness. The dining room feels pleasingly old-school – wood panelling, tiled floors and tables packed with locals and families. Best of all, the value is exceptional: when we went, a whole chicken with fries and salad plus a bottle of vinho verde came in at around €27. pedrodosfrangos.pt A Casa Guedes – for sandes de pernil (Portuguese pork sandwiches) Queue alongside locals for this traditional tavern, if only for the crunchy bread rolls stuffed with juicy roas…

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My unexpected journey through Norway's fjords – saunas, seafood and striking views
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date: 2026-03-11T10:07:57.000Z
creator: Heather Steele
subject: Europe
subject: Travel
description: Immerse yourself in nature and dive into the pristine, rugged beauty of Norway's western fjords
encoded: For more inspiring travel stories, check out a scenic journey through Cape Cod by bike, or the highlands of Peru by luxury sleeper train. Juggling a black coffee in one hand and a cinnamon bun in the other, I look out across the ripples our boat is creating as it moves through the reflective waters of Hjørundfjord, and realise why Norwegians head to the fjords for restoration. The quiet in this particular valley is paired with a soaring, rugged beauty. Around its edges it’s not unusual to see people diving into the water or climbing up its peaks. These wellness rituals – which encompass saunas too, of course – are themselves a wonderful match for a local food philosophy that brings people together over flatbreads, rich stews and bowls of cloudberries and lingonberries foraged on mountain hikes. For a true taste of Norway – and to get up close with the country’s enviable bounty of seafood – the striking western fjords are the place to explore. Whether you’re arriving via Oslo or from the UK (flights are around five hours via Amsterdam), the views heading into the colourful, art nouveau port town of Ålesund will awe you. It’s from the sky that you’ll get the truest sense of the place, gazing down at countless islands and islets in the Norwegian Sea below. It’s the ideal springboard for a five- to seven-day trip, hopping from place to place, immersing yourself in the sublime landscapes and raw beauty of this extraordinary part of the world. For a first meal that sets you up for a fjordic escape, book a table at Sjøbua. Taking over a handful of former fishing warehouses on the edge of the harbour, the restaurant leans into its history, serving some of the finest seafood on the west coast. One of the local catches is clipfish and you’ll find it here in its traditional form: salted and served as a croquette. The kitchen also crisps up its skin as an accompaniment to goat’s cheese and grayling roe. Order the prawns from nearby Midsund too. Naturally sweet and complex thank…

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Ljubljana's best restaurants: where to eat and drink in Slovenia's capital
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date: 2026-03-05T11:17:57.000Z
creator: Alex Crossley
subject: Europe
subject: Travel
subject: Local city guides
description: Keep things local in the Slovenian capital with wild asparagus polenta fritters, nutty gelato and orange wines
encoded: Looking for the best restaurants in Ljubljana? Want to explore the best riverside bars and bistros in the Slovenian capital? Check out our guide below, then add on a few days exploring the mountain region of the Julian Alps. Chocolate box Baroque and Art Nouveau architecture, a river romantically spanned by pretty bridges and pedestrian- and bike-friendly policies make Slovenia’s capital city one of Europe’s most civilised. It’s also one of the continent’s most foodie destinations, with a position between the Alps and the Adriatic that lends the local cuisine both an excellent range of produce and a real variety of culinary influences. Ljubljana's best restaurants, bars and cafés Open Kitchen Market – for a taste of Slovenia Every Friday, from March to October, Ljubljana’s Pogačar Square comes to life as the city’s Open Kitchen Market. There’s a festival atmosphere beneath the shadows of the green-domed Ljubljana Cathedral, and all manner of vendors, from farms to gourmet restaurants, sell dishes and drinks for visitors to graze on. Sample vibrant pumpkin seed oil and Broken Bones gin (distilled with linden flowers and rosehip from Slovenia’s Karst region), or tuck into dishes from the country’s top restaurants – Gostilna Mihovec, Vander and JB Restaurant. Finish your visit like a local by stopping off at Jezeršek’s corner stall for comforting kaiserschmarrn (shredded pancakes), topped with apple, mixed berries or chocolate sauce. odprtakuhna.si Aftr – for relaxed bistro dinners Pops of fun adorn this lively bistro, popular with Ljubljana’s in-the-know crowd. Striking pop art provides a backdrop to high-top tables and a disco ball hangs from the exposed industrial ceiling. A bar stands centre stage, behind which fresh, sparkling Medot Brut 48, dry Klinec Malvazija and complex Movia Veliko Rdeče blend are poured along with seasonal cocktails. The succinct sharing plates menu includes squidgy potato focaccia with whipped shallot butter, spiced pine nut studded lamb ta…

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Best restaurants in Amsterdam: an insider shares where locals eat and drink
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date: 2026-02-26T16:18:36.000Z
creator: Gina Jackson
subject: Europe
subject: Travel
subject: Local city guides
description: Head to the Dutch capital for Michelin-starred dining, great bakeries, relaxed canalside wine bars and more
encoded: Looking for the best restaurants in Amsterdam? Though the Dutch capital hasn’t always had a reputation as a foodie destination, a wave of independent restaurants, cafés and wine bars has begun to change that in recent years – and is putting Amsterdam firmly on the culinary map. Gina Jackson, who visits the city several times a year, gives us the insider rundown on the best places to eat and drink. For more travel inspiration, discover our favourite foodie city breaks by train and the best UK city breaks. Best restaurants in Amsterdam Oficina Located on the western edges of the city, in a part of Amsterdam that most tourists don’t venture out to, Oficina is well worth the pilgrimage. This self-described design studio and canteen pairs a striking, architect-led space – complete with a sculptural staircase and mint green mezzanine – with a breakfast and lunch menu that changes regularly. The cooking leans Scandinavian and northern European in spirit: clean, thoughtful and seasonally informed. Expect beautifully presented plates such as chickpea flatbread with cime di rapa or miso scrambled eggs on toasted brioche. There are always home-baked goods worth saving room for too. oficinaoficina.com Calisto Part of the Binnenvisser restaurant family – a micro-chain of much-loved restaurants and bakeries popular with Amsterdam’s in-crowd – Calisto is its relaxed, Italian-inspired trattoria located in Jordaan. It’s an ideal place to unwind after a day wandering the canals, with the menu offering a short curation of handmade pastas and small plates to pair with wine. It’s also particularly welcoming for solo diners, who can perch at the bar and rub shoulders with the locals. calistoamsterdam.nl Gitane This all-day restaurant owned by ex-Ottolenghi chef Angelo Kremmydas is the kind of place that you can visit for brunch and while away the hours until dinner, when the candelit tables make it perfect for a date night. There’s shakshuka and Greek bagels on offer at brunch, which seg…

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31 best Italian hotels for food lovers to visit in 2026
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date: 2026-02-25T16:05:48.000Z
subject: Italy
subject: Europe
subject: Travel
subject: Hotel guides
description: From vineyard estates in Tuscany to converted palazzos in Puglia and boutiques in Milan's foodiest neighbourhood, here's our pick of Italian hotels that offer visitors a slice of la dolce vita
encoded: Looking for the best Italian hotel to visit? We've found the best Italian hotels for food lovers in Piedmont, Tuscany, Sicily, Puglia and everywhere in between. Whether you're on a budget or looking for luxury, need a city break or a sea views, check out our round-up of the best Italian hotels for something for everyone. For more hotel inspiration, check out our best European hidden gem hotels, or relax in one of the best hotel baths worth travelling for. Next, learn 10 things we love about Puglian cuisine and Tuscan food, plus discover the 8 lesser-known Italian islands worth visiting for a foodie trip. Best Italian hotels for foodies Vetera Matera, Basilicata From £220 per night, check availability at booking.com, expedia.co.uk or veteramatera.com Nestled among Matera’s ancient caves, this boutique retreat from Relais & Châteaux brings quiet five-star luxury to Italy’s oldest city. The 23-room hotel is built into the Sassi di Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, blending the ruggedness of the mountains with plush modern interiors. At Artema Ristorante, expect dishes that pay homage to Basilicata-grown produce, with two tasting menus on offer from chef Eduardo Estatico (à la carte is available for parties with three guests or fewer). Stand-outs include a soufflé made with farm-fresh eggs from the Matera hills, paired with Vesuvian costoluto and yellow cherry tomatoes, and Murgia goat mozzarella, as well as rockfish soup with sweet and sour vegetable terrine, seaweed and Matera sourdough bread. Salads, sandwiches and charcuterie are served in the Lounge Bar for casual lunches and dinners. Rooms on the Noble Floors have a more contemporary feel, with high ceilings, exposed brick and large windows that offer panoramic views of the Sassi. For a more immersive Matera experience, stay in the Hypogeum where the underground suites are carved directly into the ancient rock, emulating the landscape’s unique beauty. Three of the master suites also have private pools. The Ely…

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This lush, unspoilt region has plenty to offer foodies beyond its famous cake
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date: 2026-02-20T09:48:21.000Z
creator: Baldwin Ho
subject: Europe
subject: Travel
subject: Local city guides
description: Baldwin Ho explains why he keeps trekking back to the Black Forest in Germany every year to dine on the very best that the verdant landscape has to offer.
encoded: When you think of the Black Forest, most people think of Black Forest gâteau. And, while this decadent creation is certainly a masterpiece of the region, the extremely fertile terroir has a plethora of gastronomic delights to offer. Immerse yourself in this gourmet region of unspoilt pine forests and scenic hiking routes, and you'll discover countless hidden gems. Here are some the best places to eat and drink in the Black Forest... For more European travel guides, check out our picks of the where to eat in Porto, the best restaurants in Tbilisi, Georgia, the best restaurants in Prague or our favourite European city breaks. Best places to eat and drink in the Black Forest CUBE Restaurant Stuttgart is one of the gateway cities into the Black Forest, and a great starting point. It's one of the greenest cities in Germany, with around 60 per cent dedicated to green space. You'll find some of the most progressive restaurants here, including Cube. The glass architecture ensures the best views of the city, overlooking the Kunstmuseum, and the menu is eclectic, with onsen tamago (low-temperature boiled egg) ramen sitting comfortably beside creamy burrata served with fig and port. It's one of the most cutting-edge restaurants you'll find in the region. cube-restaurant.de Grosser Meyerhof On the other end of the spectrum is Grosser Meyerhof, a must-try when you visit the unofficial capital of the Black Forest, Freiburg. It's one of the oldest taverns in the city, and has a disarming casual vibe with a rustic, wood-heavy interior. This is the kind of eatery where most diners are locals. Dishes are generously portioned and cost around the €10-20, and you can't miss the sizeable pork shoulder with sauerkraut or the comfort food heaven that is the käsespätzle (homemade egg noodles mixed with melted cheese and topped with caramelised onions). grosser-meyerhof.de Dorfstuben For refined country cooking, this restaurant is just the place. Situated inside the ultra-luxury five-star su…

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Best restaurants in Prague: where a local eats and drinks in the Czech capital
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date: 2026-02-17T15:10:55.000Z
creator: Alexane Said
subject: Europe
subject: Travel
subject: Local city guides
description: From the best classic Czech breakfast to hidden gems for a drink and refined tasting menus, these are the must-visit restaurants in Prague
encoded: Looking for the best places to eat and drink in Prague? Want to discover the city’s neighbourhood food scene beyond the old town? Insider Alexane Said says: “I lived in Prague for eight years and even now I go back every chance I get. Food has always been my way into the city and today, as a food and travel content creator, discovering the best places is my job. From bakeries I still crave to neighbourhood restaurants I return to every trip, playing city guide in Prague is something I’ll never tire of, so I’m thrilled to share my go-to spots here, far from the tourist crowds.” A local's best restaurants in Prague Grab breakfast at Eska Eska is a place I keep coming back to every time I’m in the city. Part bakery, part restaurant, it has two locations, both far from the tourist crowds, but my heart belongs to the Karlín one, set in a seriously cool industrial loft space. I always order the house-baked sourdough or the classic Czech breakfast (with butter, jam, soft-boiled egg, farmer’s cheese, Prague ham, curd cheese and a fermented soft drink) but the semolina porridge, or krupicová kaše (a proper Czech classic), is also a must. eska.ambi.cz Get a local lunch at U Tunelu U Tunelu is a hidden gem in Karlín, a classic Czech pub that feels like stepping into a local’s living room. The food is hearty, comforting and exactly what you want on a grey Prague afternoon. My tip: arrive early to snag a table, order the lunch special of the day, and linger over a draught beer like a true Karlín local. It’s my favourite spot for a relaxed and authentic Prague lunch. utunelu.cz Have the best date night at Alcron Alcron is one of Prague’s most refined dinner destinations, a true city legend since 1932, now reimagined with a modern flair. The tasting menu is full of clever, vegetable-forward dishes that reinvent Central European classics in the most surprising ways. I truly can’t get enough of the bryndza parfait (soft, tangy sheep’s cheese from Slovakia) combined with white chocol…

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Best restaurants in Folegandros: where to eat on this chic Greek island
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date: 2026-01-27T10:03:08.000Z
creator: Heather Steele
subject: Europe
subject: Travel
description: From coastal tavernas to five-star hotels, these are the Folegandros foodie destinations to know
encoded: Near to Milos, the diminutive Greek island of Folegandros is becoming a foodie destination for those in the know. From cocktails at a five-star hotel to regional cuisine you'll only find on the island, these are the must-visit places to eat to add to your list. For more Greek travel inspiration, check out our guides to 5 lesser known destinations to visit in mainland Greece or the best Greek food trips. 5 of the best places to eat in Folegandros Irene’s Folegandros has lots of reasons to visit, including deserted rocky beaches and its own riff on Greek cuisine. One of the dishes you’ll only find on the island is matsata. This thick, homemade pasta is best eaten at Irene’s, a roadside restaurant run by a grandmother and granddaughter. You can’t miss it – there’s only one real road that cuts through this 6-mile by 2-mile island – though it looks unassuming from the outside. You’ll get a warm welcome within, plus heaps of matsata with slow-braised rooster or pork ragu (it’s not a looker, but it is delicious). @irene_restaurant_folegandros Pasithea Another classic local dish is fava, a hummus-like dip made with yellow split peas that makes the perfect accompaniment to hot, fluffy flatbread. The best we’ve tried on the island is served at Pasithea, which overlooks Folegandros’s most popular beach, Agali. It’s just the spot for a languid lunch of fried red mullet and filo feta with honey as you watch swimmers roll out their colourful towels onto the sand below, contemplating your own dip after lunch. @pasithea_folegandros To Goupi In a pretty, tree-covered square in the main town of Chora, To Goupi is as good for people watching as it is for dinner – amble down to it after seeing the sun sink into the sea from beneath the hilltop Panagia church. On its outdoor chalkboard you’re likely to see specials such as meat and cheese balls, grilled octopus and a moussaka-like dish of potato, cheese and aubergine. Gundari The bar is the best thing about rugged-luxury five-star hotel…

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11 unique foodie-friendly hiking trails in Europe
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date: 2026-01-23T10:15:47.000Z
creator: Tamara Hinson
subject: Europe
subject: Travel
subject: Great Getaways
description: From fruit orchards in France to cheese trails in Switzerland, these are the ultimate foodie hikes to know
encoded: Exploring destinations on foot provides fantastic insights into regions, cultures and local life which simply wouldn’t be possible when travelling by car. The best bit? Some of the most fascinating guided walking trails are food-themed ones, providing brilliant opportunities to fuel explorations with regional delicacies and mouthwatering insights into the ingredients you’re most likely to find on local menus. To sate your appetite, we’ve taken a closer look at our favourite food-themed walking trails, designed for hikers craving a deep dive into 11 European destinations famous for their gastronomy. Green Route 3, Valencia, Spain Valencia’s Green Routes are a mouthwatering tangle of hiking trails, perfect for walkers keen to learn more about the region’s culinary offerings. Route Three takes in Valencia’s so-called pantries: L’Albufera Natural Park (the birthplace of paella), fruit orchards, rice fields and stunning stretches of Mediterranean coastline. The countless family-run restaurants lining the route include Villa Indiano, where Chabe Soler (winner of the first Paella World Cup) serves up dishes inspired by traditional Valencian cookbooks. “While our paella is iconic, I recommend lesser-known dishes which showcase Valencia’s sea, farmland and wetlands,” says Soler. “Anguila i napicol, prepared with eel from the Albufera, captures the essence of our wetlands, and arròs amb bledes, made with vegetables from La Huerta, reflects the richness of our farmland.” Stay at La Mozaira, a charming boutique hotel. Much of the ingredients used by La Mozaira’s restaurant comes from the hotel’s gardens. Route des Fruits, Normandy, France Normandy’s Route des Fruits, which connects Jumièges and Duclair, is a 62-kilometre hiking and cycling trail weaving through Normandy’s most fertile farmlands and along the River Seine. The microclimate here is perfect for fruit growing, and the area’s famous white cliffs are the star of the show, reflecting heat while offering protection from…

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Why I love The Julian Alps, Slovenia's lush green region
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date: 2026-01-22T10:23:35.000Z
creator: David Žefran
subject: Europe
subject: Guides
subject: Travel
subject: 10 things
description: David Žefran, head chef of two-Michelin-starred Milka in Slovenia, shares what makes the cuisine of his home region unique
encoded: Learn all about what makes the cuisine of this mountainous region so special from local chef David Žefran. From wine harvest celebrations to forest floor foraging and freshwater seafood, there is plenty for foodies to enjoy. Make sure you include a couple of days in the capital exploring Ljubljana's best restaurants. Want to learn more about regional cuisine? Check out our guides to the cuisines of Trentino in Italy, Istria in Croatia, the Algarve in Portugal or Cork in Ireland. Julian Alps cuisine: 10 things we love Cross-alpine culture The beautiful thing about culture and cuisine is it can’t be contained. Slovenian produce and traditions are intertwined with those from neighbouring countries across the region – Italian snails and Austrian strawberry farms, for example, might be the closest to us to source. Ottoman legacy The Ottomans brought with them a love of grilled meats and fried breads. A popular dish still on many menus in the area is čevapčiči – small Bosnian-style shish kebabs in a grilled lepinja bread pocket topped with kaymak cheese that slowly melts into the bread, often served with roasted peppers. Austro-Hungarian influence The Austro-Hungarian empire left its mark on Slovenian cuisine – think Hungarian goulash with polenta, fluffy shredded kaiserschmarrn and potato dumplings, or knödels, filled with apricot or plum. Family-run gostilnas still serve this style of food, preserving the heritage. Agrarian culture The region is rooted in agricultural practices so we have many hearty mountain dishes to sustain through the winter – kranjska klobasa sausages with fermented cabbage, ričet barley stew and jota, a sauerkraut and bean stew. Walnuts are everywhere We are lucky to have walnut trees all over the region and we use the crop in everything from liqueurs to breads and sweet treats. They are rolled with buckwheat dough and soured cream into štruklji dumplings or baked into sweet dough to create potica for special occasions. Freshwater fish Our lakes a…

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8 Portuguese food trips
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date: 2026-01-20T16:15:36.000Z
creator: Lucy Roxburgh
subject: Europe
subject: Guides
subject: Travel
subject: Great Getaways
description: From the buzz of capital city Lisbon to the beachy wilderness of Comporta, these are the best places to visit in Portugal for foodies
encoded: Looking for food trips to take in Portugal? Check out our guide to the best places across the country to eat and drink, from the must-visit cities of Porto and Lisbon to eating on the beach in Comporta, vineyard stays for wine fans and discovering local pastries in the countryside. For more travel inspiration, check out our best French food trips, best Spanish food trips or best Morocco food trips. Not sure where to go? Browse our guide to the best European city breaks or our picks of the best European vineyards to visit. 8 best Portuguese food trips Lisbon For a budget-friendly city break Portugal's buzzing capital has undergone something of a culinary revolution. Time Out Market is a well-known stop on any Lisbon food journey for a reason, with 30 of the city’s best chefs selling small, reasonably priced plates alongside local wines and fresh lemonade, from a gathering of stalls. Another popular spot is Ramiro, serving great-value seafood in a rustic setting with a buzzy atmosphere. For modern spins on Portuguese cuisine, try Mini Bar for contemporary tapas and cocktails or Prado for updated versions of classic Portuguese dishes. For shopping, head out of the centre of the city to LX Factory, where Lisbon’s young creatives have set up shop in dozens of old fabric factories, with a flea market taking place every Sunday. Check out our full guide to the best places to eat in Lisbon for more ideas. Where to stay: North of Lisbon’s botanical gardens, in a 20th-century townhouse in the Praça das Amoreiras area, you'll find Casa Amora. Each bedroom in this charming B&B is inspired by a different Portuguese figure, from poets to Fado singers, actresses and painters. Soak up the charm of dazzling ceramic tiles, private balconies, embellished ceilings and wrought-iron bath tubs. Casa Amora’s cook, Nita, has been there since day one and her homemade breakfasts in the colourful courtyard – featuring pastéis de nata, almond cake and homemade jams to spread onto warm croissants…

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Best Irish holidays for food lovers – Dublin, Cork, Galway and more
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date: 2026-01-19T12:58:45.000Z
creator: Lucy Roxburgh
subject: Europe
subject: Travel
subject: UK
subject: Great Getaways
description: From restaurant-hopping city breaks to discovering artisan producers in the countryside and seafood-fuelled road trips, here's our pick of Irish holidays
encoded: Looking for Irish holiday ideas? Ireland is all about charm, great local produce and unique rural experiences, making it the perfect break for a food lover. Discover Dublin and Belfast’s delightful bistros and lively pubs, Galway’s artsy coastal vibes and seafood spots, bustling seaside towns or the green pastures inland, home to cider orchards, friendly farmers and even buffalo herds. These are our top picks of the best Irish holidays, with restaurants and bars to visit in each destination, including some Irish hotels to use as your base. For more hotel inspiration, check out the best UK boutique hotels, UK gastro pubs with rooms, best restaurants with rooms and and UK spa hotels for food lovers. Also see our city guides for the best restaurants in Belfast and best restaurants in Dublin. Best Irish holidays for food lovers Cork – for riverside luxury Cork is one of Ireland’s foodie hotspots. Get lost in the famous English Market, a covered warren of brilliant Irish food and drink producers. Café Paradiso has been open since 1993 serving refined but adventurous vegetarian food on a six-course testing menu. For drinks, head to Cask for expertly crafted cocktails or Arthur Mayne's for interesting wine and craft beer lists in quirky surroundings. Further out in the County Cork countryside, Toon's Bridge Dairy is a remarkable cheese producer making mozzarella, burrata, scamorza and more – you can find the produce at the English Market as well as its own pizzeria from April onwards. Where to stay in Cork: A luxury riverside hotel, River Lee Hotel is a warm and friendly space, flooded with light from windows that frame the entire building. The river-facing rooms are particularly pretty with views extending up past the Victorian buildings opposite to the rolling hills beyond. Bathrooms are fitted with baths and walk-in showers, and the large comfy beds have cosy duck down duvets. The Grill Room restaurant serves a classic hearty menu with Irish fish and meat taking centre …

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12 best Spanish food trips
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date: 2026-01-19T11:20:04.000Z
creator: Lucy Roxburgh
subject: Europe
subject: Spain
subject: Travel
subject: Great Getaways
description: Looking for places to visit in Spain? Check out our top Spanish food trips, from pintxos in San Sebastian to al fresco paella in Barcelona
encoded: Looking for places to visit in Spain? Check out our top Spanish food trips and discover where to eat and drink across the country, from natural wines in Barcelona to ibérico ham and hand-cut chips in Tarifa, and juicy skewered prawns in San Sebastian. For more travel inspiration, check out our best Portuguese food trips, best French food trips or best Morocco food trips. Learn about Spanish coffee culture with our expert barista Celeste Wong's guide, including traditional rituals, how to order it and the perfect recipe for at-home brewing. Best Spanish food trips San Sebastián For pintxos and Michelin stars A picturesque port and resort on the Bay of Biscay, San Sebastián has notched up 16 Michelin stars. There are seven three-star restaurants across Spain and three of them are here: Akelarre, Martin Berasategui and Arzak, the bastion of chef Juan Mari Arzak. It has the second highest number of Michelin stars per square metre after Kyoto in Japan, and more than Paris. It's not all fine dining though. Pintxos is a signature of San Sebastián, born because “it’s not our custom to entertain at home. We meet friends for a drink and snack before dinner”. It’s one of the reasons that, originally, there were no sweet pintxos – these were pre-dinner snacks, not the main meal. There are over 100 pintxos spots to choose from in San Sebastian, mainly in the Old Town, and so a tailored tour is a good way to narrow it down. A locals top tip: ignore the piles of pretty pintxos on each bar’s counter and order dishes chalked on the blackboard. These are cooked fresh to order and each bar has its own specialities. At Goiz Argi that means the brocheta de gamba, a juicy prawn served on a skewer soaked in a sweet and sour garlic, pepper and onion marinade. The mari juli baguette, with salty slivers of smoked salmon, sardine and oily green pepper is equally moreish, with a glass of txakoli, the local sparkling white wine. Find out where else to eat and drink in San Sebastian. Where to st…

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European hidden gems: must-visit hotels off the beaten track
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date: 2026-01-14T16:50:34.000Z
creator: Alex Crossley
subject: Europe
subject: Guides
subject: Travel
subject: Hotel guides
description: From a vineyard to undiscovered beaches in Portugal and waterside Scandinavian boltholes, these are the best hidden gem hotels in Europe
encoded: Looking for a gourmet getaway that is off the beaten track? We're sharing some of our favourite hotels and havens in places you might not have visited yet across Europe. Head to the wildlife-rich wetlands outside Amsterdam to stay at a 17th-century inn, discover a tiny Tuscan island, stay at a luxurious Sicilian farmhouse or experience French countryside chic in a hidden cabin. Read on to discover all our best European hidden gems. For more travel inspiration, check out our picks of the best Italian hotels, best Spanish hotels and the best European city breaks for foodies. For UK travel inspiration, check out our picks of the best country house hotels in the UK and the best hotel baths worth travelling for. Wiesergut, Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Austria Check rates and availability at wiesergut.com or booking.com Set at 1,000 metres above sea level, Wiesergut is a family-run boutique hideaway, surrounded by snow-dusted peaks and tucked into the quiet valley of Hinterglemm. The hotel sits directly at the foot of the Zwölferkogel lift station, offering effortless access to the slopes above, yet the village remains relatively quiet and peaceful. Style leans towards minimalist Alpine chic – warm timber, sweeping floor-to-ceiling windows, private gardens, in-room fireplaces and steaming outdoor hot tubs – yet the atmosphere remains warm and easy-going. Families, couples and solo travellers are all made to feel at home. The heated outdoor pool with hot tub jets and mountain views is the focal point of the hotel, with outdoor fire pits lit in the evenings for a magical end to the day. Wiesergut began as an Alpine hut offering home-produced snacks and refuge to travellers, and farm-to-fork eating still sits at the heart of life here. The menu includes herbs and vegetables from the hotel’s garden, matured cheeses from neighbouring farms, and breads baked in-house. Every evening you’ll find a changing tasting menu centred around seasonal ingredients and comforting Austrian classics…

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Best hotels in Paris for a memorable stay in the French capital
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date: 2026-01-08T13:01:33.000Z
creator: Ellie Edwards
subject: Europe
subject: France
subject: Travel
subject: Hotel guides
description: From cosy, characterful hotels with exotic gardens to minimalist spaces with historic open-air swimming pools, these are the must-stay foodie hotels in Paris
encoded: Looking for the best hotels in Paris? Want to know which city hotels to book? Our guide to Paris’s best boutique hotels… Feeling enamoured in the city of love? Now find out our best honeymoons for foodies. For more hotel inspiration, check out our best European hidden gem hotels or best Spanish hotels. Best places to stay in Paris Hotel Panache, Grands Boulevards From £108, check availability at booking.com, mrandmrssmith.com, expedia.co.uk or lastminute.com Hotel Panache in a nutshell A super-chic hotel with 40 bedrooms scattered across seven floors. Why foodies stay here Café Panache occupies the hotel’s ground floor. It serves bistro dishes with a modern twist, including beef tartare with potato sticks, pork belly noodle soup and, for dessert, cookies sandwiched together with ice cream. For lunch, feast on a club sandwich stuffed with fried chicken, cabbage and a Japanese omelette. What are the bedrooms like? Choose from seven sizes, the largest of which are top-floor suites. A consistent colour scheme of light grey, dusty pink and pale blue runs throughout, with filament light bulbs, wicker headboards and old-school telephones adding elegance. The classic single comes with an en-suite shower room, double bed and writing desk, while the family room can sleep up to four people, with a small living space and double sinks. Breakfast Eggs come any way you want, with chunks of cheese, wodges of sourdough and fresh figs on the side. If you want something lighter, order muesli topped with maple syrup. Where to eat and drink nearby Parisian institution, Le Bouillon Chartier, is a two-minute walk away. Join the queue early (it doesn’t take bookings) and prepare for exemplary snails, steak frites and rum babas. From £108, check availability at booking.com, mrandmrssmith.com, expedia.co.uk or lastminute.com Le Grand Mazarin, Le Marais Doubles from £515, check availability at booking.com or expedia.co.uk Le Grand Mazarin in a nutshell With twin inspirations of Wes Anderson’s…

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Where to eat and drink in Málaga: an insider shares her favourite restaurants
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date: 2025-12-22T12:01:07.000Z
creator: Milli Taylor
subject: Europe
subject: Spain
subject: Travel
description: From breakfast churros to market seafood and sherry straight from the cask, here is Milli Taylor's pick of where to eat and drink in the sunny Andalucían seaside city
encoded: Looking for the best restaurants in Málaga? Want to know where to eat and drink in the southern Spanish coastal city? Insider Milli Taylor says, "My family spent much of my childhood between Málaga and London, and eventually settled there permanently when I was 17. Although I stayed in London, I think of Málaga as my soul home and, however many times I visit in a year, the city still gives me the same buzz. This year, I co-hosted our first Spanish retreat, Sobremesa – a few unforgettable days of introducing food lovers to the city and teaching them to cook and bake with its extraordinary local produce from the market. Playing city guide was pure joy, so I’m thrilled to do the same here." For more Spanish travel inspiration, check out our guide to the best Spanish food trips, best Spanish hotels for food lovers or the best restaurants in San Sebastian. A local's best restaurants in Málaga Eat breakfast at Churrería de Malagueña I like to get into the city early for coffee and churros. Everyone will tell you to go to Casa Aranda and, don’t get me wrong, both places do great churros (also called porras or tejeringos) but I prefer the chewy texture at La Malagueña and the chocolate is far superior. Where Casa Aranda is fun and fast paced, it is very touristy and I find La Malagueña a more chilled out local spot, perched up on the bar watching the waiters move around each other like dancers. Sample local wine at Antigua Casa de Guardia It’s the oldest wine bar in Málaga and really feels like not much has changed there since it opened in 1840. I wouldn’t order food other than a couple of banderillas to whet the appetite but standing at the bar tasting sweet Màlaga wines from the barrel for a couple of euros a pop really roots you in a good time and place. In the summer this place is heaving but the service is quick and the glasses are small so it’s worth waiting for your spot. When you’re done they chalk up your bill on the counter and you’ll feel ready to head out and ea…

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16 best French food trips
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date: 2025-12-15T11:35:32.000Z
creator: olivemagazine
subject: Europe
subject: France
subject: Travel
subject: Great Getaways
description: Looking for places to visit in France? Check out our top French food trips and take a spin around olive groves Uzes, relax in luxury in Provence or sample patisserie in Paris
encoded: Looking for the best food trips to take in France? Check out our guide to the best places across the country to eat and drink, from hearty ski food in the French Alps to undiscovered corners of Provence. For more French inspiration, check out our picks of the best hotels in Paris and foodie guide to Lyon, then hop across the border with our guide to the best Spanish food trips or further afield with our best Morocco food trips. 16 best French food trips Uzes For chocolat-style villages Pungent truffles and gummy bears? Just two of the more unusual ingredients on the menu in Uzès, one of those achingly pretty French towns whose Chocolat-style looks make it seem like a Hollywood film set. Indeed, its plane-tree-pricked Place aux Herbes once starred in the Gérard Depardieu movie Cyrano de Bergerac. Uzès is surrounded by truffle plantations and hosts a truffle festival every January, while confectionary giant Haribo opened Le Musée du Bonbon here in 1996. The company is synonymous with the gummy bears invented by German founder Hans Riegel in 1920. Your ticket comes with a bag of sweets to suck as you wander from room to room learning about the history of sugar and the candy-making process before ‘nosing’ some of the ingredients. Pressing a button releases a puff of vanilla, cacao or liquorice into the air. This less well-known corner of France is just 40 minutes from Avignon, where you can jump off the Eurostar as it hurtles on to Marseilles. Once here the pace is far more leisurely. Uzès has its share of sites to tick off including the cathedral of Saint Théodorit with its ornate Romanesque bell tower, the Fenestrelle, the Duke’s palace and the Medieval Garden in the grounds of a ruined château which has around 450 plants, many medicinal, and is a lovely spot to unwind with a liquorice tisane after clambering up the tower’s 100 steps for a sweeping panorama. Be sure to visit Uzès on a Wednesday or Saturday when you’ll find a food market in full swing. And don't miss a…

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Best restaurants in Tbilisi: where locals eat in the vibrant Georgian capital
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date: 2025-12-12T10:38:01.000Z
creator: Alex Crossley
subject: Europe
subject: Travel
description: Explore this energetic crossroads city via soup dumplings, supra-style sharing feasts and unique wines made using ancient techniques
encoded: Looking for restaurants in Tbilisi? Want to know where to eat and drink in the Georgian capital? Restaurateur Giorgi Mindiashvili showed me his favourite spots in his hometown, and shares a deep-dive into Georgian cuisine here. For more European travel guides, check out our picks of the where to eat in Porto, the best restaurants in Prague or our favourite European city breaks. Where to eat and drink in Tbilisi, Georgia Shavi Lomi – for sharing-style suppers Named after Niko Pirosmani’s Black Lion painting, this stunning tree-lined courtyard and cosy converted house is popular with artsy locals. Centre stage is the gobi, a thali-style wooden sharing bowl filled with multicoloured pkhali dips, fresh cheeses and breads. Next comes the likes of stuffed lobiani, whole grilled aubergines doused in walnut and pomegranate sauce, Georgian lamb risotto and beef dolma with minted yogurt. Plus, layered honey cake for dessert. instagram.com/shavilomi_tbilisicuisine/ Craft – for cosy bistro feels A concept store turned bistro and wine bar with a warm, homely feel, showcasing ceramics from Georgian artisans on its blush pink walls. Alongside rotating wines from small-batch producers (Artana, Ethno, Kiketi Farm), authentic flavours and regional dishes are given a contemporary lift. Think pan-fried butter mushrooms in bazhe (spiced walnut sauce), fresh from the oven lavash flatbreads and marinated aubergine from the charcoal makali grill served with spiced green chilli ajika and red pepper pkhali. craftwinerestaurant.com Saperavi – for wine ice cream Look out for kiosks selling unique, purple-hued wine ice cream, including this pretty wooden domed kiosk perched above the river by the Second Bridge of Love. Order a cone piled high with wine soft serve and a glass of fresh pomegranate juice before heading to the atmospheric Orbeliani Baths for a rejuvenating sulfur soak and scrub. 8 Abano Turn Oro – for western Megrelian dishes Set in a former printing house with elegant interiors an…

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Best restaurants in Athens: where a local eats in the Greek capital
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date: 2025-12-04T09:35:02.000Z
creator: Kate Lough
subject: Europe
subject: Travel
subject: Local city guides
description: Discover the tavernas with sun-dappled courtyards, the top bakeries, coolest wine bars and more with our guide to the best places to eat and drink in Athens
encoded: Looking for the best restaurants, bars and café's in Greece's foodie capital? We asked Athens-based Kate Lough for her top recommendations. For more European travel guides, check out our picks of the where to eat in Porto, best restaurants in Tbilisi, Georgia, the best restaurants in Prague or our favourite European city breaks. After falling more and more in love with Athens over the past 18 months, I moved to its Kypseli neighbourhood in January 2025 – the fitting culmination of a childhood spent devouring Greek myths, exploring its sun-drunk islands and studying its ancient language. An undulating city that straddles ancient and modern, Athens fizzes with a creative energy. Its gastronomic scene also ripens from month to month, as homegrown chefs open dynamic restaurants and native wine producers bolster its drinks menus. From old-school classics to contemporary tavernas, here are a handful of my favourites, many of which celebrate homegrown ingredients, methods and vines. Best places to eat and drink in Athens Linou Soumpasis & Sia, Psiri Open since 2022, Linou Soumpasis & Sia is one of the best examples of Athens’ neo-gastronomy. It's a love letter to Greek produce and wines, including some brilliant pet nats, and most of its offerings are made from scratch. An all-white space is perked up with metal tables and chairs and wooden counters (a great option for solo diners), and warmed with skinny beeswax church candles — apt for a former candle shop. Choose from top quality dishes with a pescatarian leaning such as hot wild greens, tuna carpaccio in watermelon oil and grilled John Dory. New for 2025, it now serves breakfast — including a delicious schnitzel bun. Seychelles, Keramikos Located in the up-and-coming neighbourhood of Keramikos, Seychelles is an older favourite on the neo-taverna scene. Always packed, this relaxed spot works just as well for a long lunch with friends as it does perching at the small bar for a late dinner à deux. The menu, inspired by sm…

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Why I love Georgia, the home of cheesy khachapuri and unique wine
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creator: Giorgi Mindiashvili
subject: Asia
subject: Europe
subject: Travel
subject: 10 things
description: Giorgi Mindiashvili, Georgian restaurateur and owner of soon to open DakaDaka in London, shares what makes the cuisine of his homeland so special
encoded: From cheesy khachapuri to hearty stews and unique local wines, Georgia has plenty to offer foodies. Restaurateur Giorgi Mindiashvili shares the things he loves the most about his homeland. Find out where he loves to eat and the best restaurants in Tbilisi here. After you've read our guide below, check out our guides to Turkey and Finland, then discover our Turkish recipes. Georgian food: 10 things we love Khachapuri We have endless varieties of khachapuri, each from a different region. From boat-shaped adjaruli, filled with mixture of imeruli and sulguni cheese, and topped with butter and egg yolk, to round imeruli stuffed with fresh curd cheese, and chakhragina, my personal favourite, filled with chard and salty cheese. Khinkali No Georgian table is complete without khinkali, our famous dumplings. The story goes that they travelled from the east centuries ago, carried by nomadic tribes crossing the Caucasus. Today they’re made in every region, each with its own touch – some with beef and pork, some with lamb, mushrooms or cheese curds. To eat one properly, pick it up by the twisted stalk (we call it the belly button), turn it upside down, take a bite, slurp the hot broth, then eat the rest. It’s a meal and a ritual in one. Spices Tbilisi’s position on the old Silk Road means centuries of spice passed through our kitchens. From Persian saffron to Syrian coriander and Indian flatbreads, everything found a way into Georgian cooking. The backbone of our flavour is khmeli suneli, a golden-green spice blend of blue fenugreek, marigold and coriander. It seasons our stews – kharcho and satsivi – and ties the country’s east and west together in one shared taste. Georgian wine Georgia is where wine was born. Archaeologists have found evidence of winemaking dating back to 8,000 BC. We still use qvevri – large clay vessels buried underground – to ferment and age the wine, allowing it to breathe naturally. It’s not a trend here, it’s ancestry. The soils, often chalky and minera…

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Czech food: how to cook like a local
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creator: Evie Harbury
subject: Europe
subject: Guides
subject: Travel
subject: Cook Like A Local
description: Celebrate the bold, warming flavours of the Czech Republic with these classic recipes, from hearty dumplings to iconic beer snacks and buttery bakes.
encoded: Want to learn about Czech food or looking for Czech recipes? Read Evie Harbury's guide, then check out the guide to Turkish food and Maltese food. Recipes extracted from My Bohemian Kitchen by Evie Harbury (£20, Murdoch Books). Photographs by Ola O Smit. Recipes are sent by the publisher and not retested by us. Czech cuisine Czech cuisine is bold. Despite being a country not widely known for its gastronomy, boy, does the food speak volumes. It's accidentally seasonal and serendipitously simple. The flavours are similar to those you might be familiar with in German, Austrian and Polish cuisine (by no coincidence, since these are the countries that border it). With paprika, pickles, cabbage, mustard and dill featuring heavily, the rich cooked meats – such as beef, duck and pork – are complemented by perfectly prepared carbs and garden-grown vegetables. Other key flavour-makers that feature on a typical plate of food are caraway seeds, marjoram (both fresh and dried) and mushrooms (often foraged from the forests). As a Bohemian, I firmly believe the best things in life come wrapped in dough. In Czech cuisine, these take the form of hearty, warming dumplings stuffed with smoked meat and served on sauerkraut, or even turned into a sweet treat filled with strawberries, apricots or plums. Not all the array of Czech dumplings are stuffed, though – some are served on the side to soak up the flavourful sauces and accompany meats. Bakes and sweet treats are certainly a highlight of Czech cuisine, often favouring jam, fruit or nutty fillings over chocolate ones – the cakes, biscuits and bakes tend to be simple but purposeful. No fuss and few frills, but melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The linzer cookies featured here are a great example. Like in plenty of places around the world, the food is the language of love, but not in a soppy way – in a "I’m going to prove I love you by showering you (metaphorically) in copious amounts of food that I spent hours of my life growing, nurturin…

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Best Christmas markets in Europe
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date: 2025-11-10T10:15:04.000Z
creator: Charlotte Morgan
subject: Europe
subject: Travel
subject: Great Getaways
description: From romantic markets dotted around a forest-lined lake to family-friendly markets in French towns, here are 9 of the best continental Christmas markets for the festive season
encoded: Looking for the best Christmas markets? Want to find the best European food markets? Read on for 9 of the best continental Christmas markets, then discover the best spots for winter sun and our favourite foodie city breaks by train. Brussels, Belgium Head to Brussels for Christmas markets filled with freshly fried frites, warm waffles and chocolatiers galore. Running from 28 November until 1 January 2025, the Christmas markets spread over several squares in the centre of the city with over 200 chalets, a towering Christmas tree, an ice skating rink, curling and a ferris wheel to take in views over the city. Choirs perform on an igloo-shaped stage at weekends and there's a Santas Workshop with children's activities. From 5pm to 10pm every day, a five minute video and light show is projected onto the tower of the City Hall every 30 minutes. This year's theme is 'Winter Wonders'. Chalets serve warming tartiflette, glühwein, thick hot chocolates and waffles – discover the difference between the two waffles styles, Liege and Brussels waffles, by trying both, naturally. brussels.be <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/2/2024/11/Brussels-market-232cb1d.jpg" width="2118" height="1412" alt="Christmas tree in the iconic "Grand Place" (literally "Big Square") in the centre of Brussels. Built mainly between 1696 and 1704 the square has beautiful façades, with a mixture of baroque and Renaissance architecture. During Christmas evening, there's a light festival at dusk, as well as christmas markets." title="Magic Christmas light at Brussels Grand Place Belgium, Europe" /> Vienna, Austria You're spoilt for choice with Christmas markets to explore in Vienna, with festivities springing up in every square and palace gardens across the city and over 20 official markets. The Viennese Dream Christmas Market is the largest, held on the square in front of the city hall, with light installations, plenty of mulled wine and choirs singing carols at the weekends.…

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Best European mountain escapes to visit in 2025
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date: 2025-10-27T17:11:52.000Z
subject: Europe
subject: Travel
subject: Hotel guides
description: Discover the best European mountain escapes to visit in 2025, from a relaxing treetop retreat in the Dolomites, to an ancient spa nestled in the Troodos mountains in Cyprus
encoded: Whether you're after a restorative getaway or want to go hiking surrounded by beautiful scenery, a holiday in the mountains offers the ultimate escape. Breathe in fresh mountain air, spot unique wildlife and soak up the views, surrounded by nature. From architectural hideouts in the Italian Dolomites and the forests of the Bavarian Alps, to an ecotourism getaway in Cyprus, Europe offers a wealth of luxury mountain escapes to visit – discover our picks below of the best mountain hotels that foodies will love. Looking for more travel inspiration? Read our guides to the best saunas to visit in the UK, the best Italian hotels for food lovers and 8 lesser-known Italian islands worth visiting. Best European mountain escapes 2025 Forestis, Dolomites, Italy Check rates and availability at booking.com or mrandmrssmith.com At 1,800m above sea level, surrounded by panoramic views of the Dolomites, this unique property embraces its original intention as a climate spa for Austrian monarchy. Split between the original 1912 larchwood building and three modern towers, everything is designed to bring the landscape in – floor-to-ceiling windows allow the sun to dance around pinewood suites, bathrooms are made from Dolomites stone and two-level penthouses sit at the tip of two of the towers. Wellbeing is at the hotel’s heart – there’s Plose spring water sweetened with pine syrup on arrival, plus the spa’s successive indoor-outdoor mineral pools and saunas, daily rituals and a wyda studio (a local Celtic version of yoga). Mountain activities include ski-in, ski-out facilities as well as forest bathing and foraging. In the main restaurant, individual booths are arranged in an amphitheatre-like structure, allowing for prime views while you enjoy Roland Lamprecht’s forest cuisine. This is also where breakfast is served – a buffet featuring pretzels, chocolate caprese, ricotta cake, pistachio cream, Eisack Valley honeycomb and wild berry jams. There’s also speck, mountain cheeses, foraged …

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Why I love the South Tyrol, Italy's unique alpine region
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date: 2025-10-23T15:21:32.000Z
subject: Europe
subject: Travel
subject: 10 things
description: Local chefs Roland Lamprecht and Florian Fink share what makes the cuisine of this Austro-Italian alpine region (also known as Alto Adige) unique
encoded: Learn all about what makes the cuisine of this northern region of Italy so special from local chefs Roland Lamprecht and Florian Fink. From festive traditions to local pasta dishes and excellent wines, there is plenty for foodies to enjoy. Plus, we share some of the top places to eat in the region and our picks of the best places to stay. Want to learn more about regional cuisine? Check out our guides to the cuisines of Trentino in Italy, the Algarve in Portugal, Cork in Ireland or Istria in Croatia. Jump to: Where to eat and drink in South Tyrol Where to stay in South Tyrol South Tyrol cuisine: 10 things we love Austro-Italian culture The region’s difficult recent history is now embraced in a fusion of Austrian and Italian cuisines and culture. Historically the South Tyrolean kitchen is German-Austrian, featuring the likes of dumplings, veal schnitzel and kaiserschmarrn, but the Italians have added elegance, plus fish, vegetables, olive oil and salt. The two cultures – along with the Mediterranean and mountain climates – are now very much intertwined, to the extent that all towns have both an Austrian and Italian name. Speck While many cured meats are popular in South Tyrol, speck is the most popular (previously smoked venison). This air-dried, cold-smoked ham is lightly spiced and encased in a juniper crust. PGI-protected farmhouse bauernspeck is made only with the highest-quality meat and has a higher ratio of nutty marbled fat that melts on the tongue. Its red and white colour reflects the Tyrolean flag, and it’s a signature ingredient in countless dishes. Törggelen Celebrated following the grape harvest in late September or early October, and running through the end of November, Törggelen, the region’s ‘fifth season’, is a culinary trademark. It’s a time when Alpine huts and farmhouses throw open their doors for tastings of freshly pressed wine (grape must), alongside roasted chestnuts, large feasts (featuring schlachtplatte meat plates), folk tales and merrime…

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Best Greek food trips
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date: 2025-10-20T15:35:31.000Z
creator: Lucy Roxburgh
subject: Europe
subject: Travel
description: Looking for places to visit in Greece? Check out our top Greek food trips and discover where to eat and drink across the country
encoded: Looking for places to visit in Greece? Check out our top Greek food trips and discover where to eat and drink across the country, from eating souvlaki surrounded by history in Athens to island escapes on Crete, Sifnos and Ithaca. Discover more of the Greek islands with our guide to the best Greek islands, along with plenty of Greek hotel recommendations. For more travel inspiration, check out our best Portuguese food trips, best Spanish food trips and best French food trips. If you love an island getaway, we've got the 10 best Mediterranean islands for foodies to visit. Best Greek trips Athens From bougatsa with cinnamon sugar and the locals' favourite souvlaki, to aromatic Greek wines by the glass, try all these and more in the Greek capital – there's plenty of food to discover in between cultural exploration. Souvlaki – marinated meat grilled on skewers, sometimes served in pitta bread – is the fast food of choice for most Greeks. Around since the 1950s, O Kostas is one of the best places to try it in Athens (join the queue at this hole-in-the-wall for a truly authentic gyros experience; there’s no website but you’ll find it at Pentelis 5, near Syntagma Square). Or, for an updated (albeit smaller) version, make your way to Hoocut (“butcher’s cut”), where a group of enterprising young chefs has put an artisanal spin on the dish, using carefully sourced pork, chicken, lamb and beef and serving a vegetarian version, too. Home to a famous flea market and several scenic (if tourist-heavy) ancient landmarks, the Monastiraki neighbourhood is a must-visit. Here, Café Avissinia’s artful mish-mash of blowsy wallpaper, marble-topped tables, antiques and picture-strung walls proves the perfect backdrop to its homely mix of traditional bistro-style cooking. In true Greek style, it’s a place to casually pop in to at any time of day, with a menu that covers the whole country but is marginally skewed towards Macedonian cuisine: try the stuffed sour cabbage with pork, or cheese-fi…

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