I’ve become a bit obsessed in checking the Michelin app ahead of any travel and in this instance planning birthday celebrations. It’s not the stars I’m after these days, because, well, budgets, but it’s this other category, Bib Gourmand, where excellent quality, high value meals are honored. Take a look for Bibendum’s head on the…
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Exploring Kraftwerk: A Unique Burger Experience in Hannover
After a busy day in the sun and an impromptu visit to Hannover beer festival, we landed at Kraftwerk for a go of their burgers. The Husband had in his head a chicken burger, and not wanting to be jealous of his choice, I also chose one, albeit a different type. The regret was pretty…
Celebrating Love: A Memorable Dinner at Enrico Leone
If you’re making an international move, make sure that the occasion coincides with your first wedding anniversary. 10/10 highly recommend optimizing the excitement by boiling it all into the exact same moment. Luckily for us, the date also coincided with a date that was between moving trucks, so we didn’t have to focus on house…
Post-Move Dining: Turkish at Restaurant Aspera
Moving days are never fun, especially when they involve loading a truck in full (not one box went on the truck the day prior!), cleaning as the contents left, checking out of a very stressful housing situation, and finally capping it off with an international drive (complete with three phone calls from German customs!) with…
The Best Set Menu in London: The Devonshire Soho
There is no better value in London than The Devonshire’s set menu. For 29 GBP, you’re satiated with a prawn cocktail, steak with duck fat chips, complemented by a side of Bearnaise, and finally, the best sticky toffee pudding that’s served with ice cream, cream, or custard to your liking. Not for the number one…
Osteria Ca de Cindri: A Perfect Dining Experience in Iseo
Ahead of our trip to Iseo, I read about Osteria Ca de Cindri and knew that The Husband would love it as he has a penchance for anything “grill.” The simple exterior and iron signage set the scene for a rustic, but delicious meal to follow. The Husband selected a Tomahawk steak with with a…
Exploring Iseo: Market Vibes and Lakefront Dining
On an unseasonably sunny Saturday afternoon, we took a stroll through Iseo and despite the bustling market throughout the town, we decided that we must dine on the lakefront, so we “landed” at the Idrovolonte (sea plane) restaurant. While not always my vibe, it seemed like the perfect vibe for an Aperol Spritz and (always…
Cascina Doss, A Culinary Gem in Iseo
My favorite meal of our trip was at Cascina Doss, an easy (though dark) five minute walk from the Iseolago hotel. The simple farmhouse facade opens into a courtyard and exceptionally cozy restaurant with white table cloths and wood burning fire. The vibe was very romantic and was full of locals and a waitstaff whose…
Discovering Questione di Gusto: An Iseo Gem
On a beautifully, unseasonably warm Friday afternoon, we stumbled across the adorable Question di Gusto, a wine bar and bistro on a side street in Iseo. We took a table outside with a lovely view of the lake and struck up a conversation with the owner who had a real passion for wine. After the…
Solo Dining Delight: La Trattoria del Tempo Buono in Bologna
On my “fancy lady day” in Bologna I needed a break between Renaissance art and gift shopping for the family, I stumbled on La Trattoria del Tempo Buono. After a quick glimpse of the menu posted outside, I thought I’d try my luck with a table. Luckily, the crowded restaurant had one for and all…
Osteria Broccaindosso Bologna: Homey Italian Dining
After reading lots of local reviews, without wanting to walk into the city center, we landed on Osteria Broccaindosso on the outskirts of the university area. The small rustic room was about half full when we entered at it’s 7:30pm opening time. Throughout our meal, a number of walk-ins in addition to plenty of reservations,…
Il Portico di San Donato: A Hidden Gem in Bologna
In the need for a cheap and cheerful, but generously caloric meal after the long trek to Santuario Madonna di San Luca, we found the wonderful Il Portico di San Donato in our neighborhood. The hospitality was lovely and the main owner/manager of the restaurant didn’t speak English, but his warmth was felt during our…