Having just been travelling through two of the countries hit hard by the recession, I have to ask where are the discounts on food? For me, it seems like a no brainer to get the masses, or ok those with some discretionary spending and tourists to these locales. With deep cuts being made on accommodations, [...]
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The Outcome of the Highly Anticipated Cataplana Dish
I had been hearing stories about the virtuous Cataplana of Portugal for years. It is a seafood dish that is exceedingly popular on the Southern coast of Portugal, otherwise known as the Algarve. Everywhere you turn, a restaurant is hocking this, and I understand it is frequently a staple at festivals, and events. At first [...]
The Cuisine of Istanbul Leaves No One Unfulfilled
While it might not be completely apparent, Istanbul has awe inspiring restaurants of all different shapes and sizes. It has been said that every taste is catered to in this city, and a visit to this melting pot will make you a believer in exploring new ways to serve old standard favourites. For example, blending [...]
The Rise of the Western Australian Wineries
The Margaret River Region in Australia is gaining extensive attention for its many attributes, including wineries that are creating quite the names for themselves. The rough-hewn coastline proves to create the perfect environment for growing succulent grapes for wine making. The terrain is compared to that of the Mediterranean, and the product is too. Nor [...]
