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Victoire Boulangerie Pâtisserie: Parisian Baking with Soul
Victoire is a small neighborhood boulangerie pâtisserie near Place des Saint Pères, and I genuinely liked that it feels local rather than polished for visitors. It is not a flashy artisan lab or a trend driven bakery. It is a charming, traditional spot that focuses on doing the classics properly....
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Exploring Naples' Markets: A Guide for Food Lovers and Culture Seekers
Are you eager to discover the more local side of Napoli? If so, you can’t skip a trip to the lively Naples markets, where you can unearth some of the finest street food, local produce, and quirky crafts. You might also like my Naples food tours if you’re after a...
Where to Find the Best Sfogliatelle in Naples
If you’re partial to a sweet treat and planning a visit to Naples, sfogliatelle needs to be on your foodie bucket list. These shell-shaped pastries have me hooked every time I’m in the city. They were born in the 1600s in Salerno’s Santa Rosa convent, but sfogliatelle only arrived in...
The Ultimate Guide to Neapolitan Pasta: Must-Try Dishes and Where to Find Them in Naples
Every Italian city has those signature pasta dishes that capture the essence of the local cuisine, and Naples happens to have plenty. Somehow, Naples’ pasta offerings have gone largely unnoticed compared to those in other regions, but I’m here to let you in on one of the country’s best-kept secrets!...
What is a Foodie? How to Tell if You Are One!
Are you always on a mission to try out new foods and cooking trends, or do you find that exploring food cultures is the focus of all your trips? If the answer to either of these questions is ‘yes,’ you might just be a foodie. Many of us hear and...
Flor do Mundo is one of those places that feels like a hidden gem—even though it’s a big part of our heart of Lisbon food tour. Tucked next to the historic São Roque Church, it’s the kind of spot where locals gather for the dish of the day, a quick...
Pata Gastrobar - Where Lisbon Meets France in Every Sip
Walking into Pata Gastrobar, I immediately felt the understated elegance of this new addition to Mouraria—a neighborhood blending Lisbon’s old-world charm with a modern twist. Opened in May 2024, Pata is the vision of its French owner, who dreamt of creating a place where Portuguese and French flavors could...
If you find yourself wandering through Lisbon’s historic center, make sure to stop by Ginginha do Carmo—a tiny, unassuming bar that has a big place in my heart. This little gem is right under the stairs that lead down to Rossio, and it’s the perfect spot to grab a quick,...
Naples Breakfast Guide: Top Spots and Dishes to Try
Naples has some of the best breakfast spots with signature must-try dishes in all of Italy. This includes historic caffès like Gambrinus known for sfogliatella and espresso bars like Leopoldo Infante. With so many different options, it can be hard to know just which spot is best known for which...