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An Essential Guide to Tortilla in Madrid
As much as I love the taste of egg-based dishes, I’m willing to admit that omelets may not be the most exciting meal out there! However, if you’ve ever tried Spain’s take on an omelet, known locally as tortilla de patatas, you’ll know that the Spanish sure know how to...
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10 Weird Festive Holidays You Never Knew Existed
‘Tis the season – to eat goose and get presents from an old woman on a broomstick? Depending on where you live, both of those things could be true. Here are some of the craziest and most fun holiday traditions from across Europe. And yes, we’ll admit that Europeans can...
The Ultimate Svíčková Recipe: Braised Beef with Bread Dumplings
Sirloin beef in cream sauce is considered the queen of Czech sauce-based dishes, the Czech name for which is svíčková (pronounced sveech-covah). For Czech families, this is a classic Sunday family lunch dish, since it is best when the meat is prepared and marinated a day in advance. If you...
David Černý Unfiltered: All You Need to Know about the Czech Rebel Artist
This post was originally published on May 25, 2015 and was updated on October 21, 2016. Bad a@#, provocative, amusing, controversial, revolutionary, radical, bold, brash (we could go on, trust us): meet David Černý, the Czech Republic’s most notorious sculptor. 47 years old, jet-black hair, and a mischievous demeanor, David...
A traveling tip for you: Prague’s Tram 22!
With the chill of winter in the air, what better way to see the Czech capital city (and stay warm) than aboard Prague’s iconic red trams? With 322 miles of track and almost 1,000 trams connecting all corners of the city day and night, there’s many an opportunity for a...
Places Locals Have on Their A List for Czech Food
This post was originally published on September 9, 2014 and was updated on October 21, 2016. When you visit Prague, or the Czech Republic, two things are musts: you need to eat good food and drink good beer. But (there always is a but…) you need to make sure that...
Czech Foodie Map - Where to Find Czech Cuisine
This post was originally published on April 12, 2016 and was updated on October 20, 2016. People often recognize Prague as a destination for its Gothic architecture and iconic spires. It conjures up images of ancient castles, cobblestone streets, surrealist Kafkaesque mystery… a magical destination that captivates visitors with its charm....
Cook Like a Local: 5 Fun Cooking Classes in Prague
This post was originally published on July 13, 2015 and was updated in November, 2017. Have you ever discovered an incredible meal abroad and dreamt about recreating it in your own kitchen? Well, these Prague cooking classes can help make that goal a reality. With a focus on traditional dishes...
The Fault in Our Stars: 6 Locations from the Film
This post was originally published on May 25, 2015 and was updated in November, 2017. Amsterdam has been the setting for scenes in a multitude of movies over the years, as our waterways, bridges, and gabled canal homes bring an atmospheric background to the big screen that you just can’t...