The Azores are unlike anywhere else in Europe. Scattered across the Atlantic Ocean, these volcanic islands are known for dramatic coastlines, crater lakes, natural hot springs and lush green landscapes. Every island has its own character, and so does its food scene. During our travels we explored both São Miguel and Pico, discovering everything from…
Madeira is one of those destinations that completely surprised us. Famous for its dramatic cliffs, lush mountains and spectacular hiking trails, the island is also home to a surprisingly exciting food scene. From specialty coffee and relaxed lunch spots to restaurants celebrating local ingredients and fresh Atlantic seafood, these are the places we’ve personally visited…
Mexico City completely exceeded our expectations. As one of the world’s greatest food capitals, the city effortlessly blends traditional street food with award-winning restaurants, beautiful bakeries and an incredible specialty coffee scene. We spent most of our time exploring the vibrant neighbourhoods of Roma, Condesa and Coyoacán, discovering everything from flaky pastries and perfectly brewed…
Lisbon is one of our favourite food cities in Europe. The city combines traditional Portuguese flavours with creative new restaurants, natural wine bars, specialty coffee shops and exciting international influences. Because we live in Lisbon for part of the year, we are always exploring new places to eat and drink. Every restaurant, café and bar…
Porto may be best known for its famous port wine, but for us it’s one of Portugal’s most exciting food destinations. Every visit we discover new places, from creative restaurants and specialty coffee to artisan bakeries and relaxed lunch spots. While Lisbon is where we spend most of our time, Porto always gives us another…
Ericeira is best known for its surf culture and dramatic coastline, but it has also become one of our favourite places in Portugal to slow down. We keep coming back for the relaxed atmosphere, beautiful beaches and great food. From specialty coffee and wine to dinner, these are the places we’ve personally visited and genuinely…
Medellín surprised us with a food scene that feels creative, energetic and constantly evolving. Colombian ingredients appear alongside influences from Asia and the Mediterranean, while the city’s coffee culture brings you incredibly close to where some of the country’s best beans are grown. From plant-based cooking and contemporary Colombian restaurants to specialty coffee and colourful…
Bogotá is a city that deserves more time than many travellers give it. Behind the busy streets and colourful neighbourhoods is a surprisingly exciting food scene, where contemporary Colombian cooking sits alongside specialty coffee, creative cocktails and neighbourhood wine bars. These are the places that stood out most during our time in Bogotá. Best Restaurants…
Cartagena is colourful, energetic and impossible to separate from its Caribbean setting. The same goes for its food scene, where Colombian ingredients meet Caribbean flavours, contemporary cooking and excellent coffee and pastry. From creative restaurants in Getsemaní to local bakeries and sunset drinks by the water, these are the places that stood out most during…
Eating your way through New York can feel slightly overwhelming. There is something on almost every corner, but the places we remember most were rarely the obvious ones. We found exceptional pastry, small cafés taking coffee seriously, Italian restaurants with a very personal story and, of course, a bagel worth queuing for. These are the…