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Brillant Restaurant welcomes Crete off season crowds

Aleksandr Shatskih

The season change on Crete represents a rather dramatic shift for local businesses and the general public there. What was a spinning, buzzing summer spectacle of touristic beach-going, becomes in the cooler months one of the most laid back vacation destinations on Earth. This November the notoriusly friendly folks at Lato Boutique Hotel reopen gourmet restaurant Brillant with a new and interesting gastronomy concept.

11 years ago

South Africa Travel: Cape Town is a goldmine for vegan diners

Aleksandr Shatskih

Looking for a vegan-friendly holiday? You might not have thought of South Africa – where steak, fish and sausage are some of the nation’s favoured foods. However, if you’ve always been interested in going on a safari, wandering through hidden jungles or simply exploring the local culture, you can. It may seem intimidating at first, but depending on where you stay it can be a breeze. Cape Town in particular is home to quite a lot of vegan and vegetarian friendly places, meaning should you choose to stay in a Cape Town villa, hostel or hotel you’ll have plenty of choice.

11 years ago

SaSaZu in Prague is Great Fun

Mihaela Lica Butler

A concept by Chef Shahaf Shabtay, SaSaZu is not only a restaurant, but a true entertainment venue.

11 years ago

Five of the Best Restaurant Views in Europe

Phil Butler

A culinary delight is always better when the ambiance of place meets the perfection of gastronomical intent. Dining overlooking awe inspiring scenery, what could be more important to accentuate food art? Here’s a list of restaurants you’ll have to add to your dining bucket list. Portugal to Mother Russia, there’s a foodie world out there where tasting can be a feast for the eyes too.

11 years ago

BUONGUSTO Ristorante Off the Hauptmarkt Trier

Phil Butler

Mihaela and I set out for downtown Trier for day two of our annual “birthday week” yesterday. Having plopped down in nearly every eatery in Germany’s oldest city these last 7 years, finding a new hidden gem was our mission on a perfect summer’s day. Relegated to the side alleys of the pedestrian zone, choosing from off the beaten path seemed logical. So confronted with the typical schnitzel garden, or a classy looking Italian cafe/restaurant, we gave Deutsche cuisine “the boot” on this cheery day.

11 years ago

Malta Cracks Down on “Irregular” Restaurateurs

Aleksandr Shatskih

In news from Malta, the Tourism Authority there has begun clamping down on the number of illegal restaurants. Already this year the authorities have made 613 inspections, compared with 608 made in all of 2013. Establishments without proper licensing and in breach of other regulations are being forced to either close or remedy their situation.

11 years ago

Olivenbaum: A Tasty Surprise, Right Next Door

Phil Butler

To start with, I’ll admit my own inefficiency in not having reviews Olivenbaum before. The Greek restaurant is, after all, right next door nearly. Making amends today, I hope your next trip to Trier, Germany puts you in the mood for Mediterranean.

11 years ago

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