The standard of seafood restaurants in Lisbon seems to get better every time I visit the Portuguese capital. You’ve got forward-thinking chefs, a blend of old and new cooking techniques, and a prime location next to the Atlantic Ocean; it’s all you need. On my Lisbon food tours, I’ve been...

As celebrated as Rome’s culinary scene is, I know it can be tricky for first-time Muslim travelers and those who prefer to stick to halal restaurants to navigate. Luckily, the Eternal City is among the top cities in Europe for halal food and I’ve frequented several halal establishments in my...

What’s a trip to Milan without at least a few visits to the city’s irresistible gelato shops? Even if you don’t have a persistent sweet tooth (as I unfortunately do!), visiting some of the top Milanese gelaterias is a bucket list experience you need to have when you’re in town....

Pasta and Milan, it’s a match made in heaven; this cosmopolitan metropolis in the heart of Lombardy may be raw around the edges and take some time to develop an affection for, but their skill in crafting tasty pasta is undeniable. From loaded ravioli al-dente style to imported Roman classics...

Romans have quite the affinity for pizza al taglio, porchetta sandwiches, and carbonara, but they’re also rather fond of a sweet treat. The confection of choice for many residents of the Eternal City, myself included, is maritozzi.  This classic dessert is a delicious sweet bun filled with thick whipped cream....

Florentines have a lifelong love affair with top-quality brews, and the Italian coffee culture is more vibrant than ever in Tuscany’s capital. With countless cafes specializing in everything from single-origin coffees to American-style varieties, finding the best coffee in Florence is tricky. Each time I’ve been to Florence, I always...

Berlin is one of Europe’s most diverse cities. A mix of different nationalities and German people residing here shapes the city’s street food scene. Traditional currywurst, deep-fried pfannkuchen, and döner kebab are all sold on almost every corner. I’ve spent a lot of time here developing my Berlin food tours...

It’s no secret that southern Italy offers some of the finest seafood along the Mediterranean, but I don’t think anyone is quite as creative with their oceanic fare as the Sicilians or, more specifically, the Palermitani. Having been influenced by Arab, Italian, Greek, Spanish, and Jewish cuisines, Sicily’s classic seafood...