All of our tours not only feed you the best each city has to offer but also immerse you in the local culture, authentic street life and history.
Florence’s Street Food Scene Goes Way Beyond the Sandwich
Florence has long been known for its staple sandwiches, traditionally made with schiacciata bread, but the Tuscan capital’s culinary scene has far more to offer than you might expect. You don’t have to follow the crowds to the popular deli shops with queues running halfway down the road, and instead...
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A Local’s Guide to Seafood in Lisbon
One of the most desirable aspects of Portugal’s capital city is its location snuggled alongside the Atlantic. This allows for a year-round holiday feel, a cool sea breeze and of course, a diet centred largely around coastal delights. In Lisbon, seafood is a staple of the cuisine and its long-time...
Lisbon has a pretty historical and impressive drinking culture, hosting a wide range of bars located throughout the city. In terms of staples, the Portuguese love their local beer. There are the two most famous brands Sagres and Super Bock, and of course, the country produces some absolutely fabulous wine...
A Local’s Guide to Afternoon Tea in London
No one does afternoon tea quite like the Londoners. If you’re anything like me, the concept of afternoon tea usually brings connotations of grandeur and feels as if it’s reserved for the high-flyers in society. With so many varieties of this quintessentially English experience available, there’s been a surge in...
A Guide to Family Restaurants in Lisbon
Lisbon has long been a kid-friendly city break destination, so it stands to reason that the city has a plentiful supply of family-focused eateries. After dining in some of the finest family restaurants in Lisbon, I realized that the quality of these establishments has never failed to exceed my expectations. Family-style...
Where to Find Bacalhau in Lisbon
For some, cod is simply a tasty fish we enjoy from time to time, but in Portugal, it’s a way of life. Portugal consumes more cod than any European nation per capita, even though most of it comes from Norway and Iceland. In Portugal, bacalhau means cod, often referring to...
A Culinary Guide to Halal Food in Lisbon
Given Portugal’s historic ties with the Muslim world, Lisbon has some of the top halal restaurants in all of Europe. This includes an array of multicultural cuisines including Indian, Pakistani, Turkish, Moroccan, Lebanese, and Islamic street food. Halal dining is gaining momentum in Lisbon, with a growing number of excellent...
A Local’s Guide to Wine Bars in Lisbon
No trip to Portugal would be complete without sampling some of the finest wine bars in Lisbon. Even with a casual search, you’re sure to find a mind-boggling array of wine bars and wine shops that offer impressive European wine lists. Wine culture is thriving in Lisbon, with an impressive...
Navigating Fado Restaurants in Lisbon
Why Fado Belongs to Lisbon Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons licensed under Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International Fado is a cherished expression of Portuguese identity, where music and poetry come together, and has been recognized by UNESCO for its cultural heritage. It was born in the historic neighborhoods of Lisbon, Alfama, Mouraria, and...
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