We all know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But honestly, when you’re in Italy, every meal is pretty important. But to make sure your day gets off to the right start, we’re happy to share our picks for the best breakfast in Rome. The best breakfast in Rome—like a local […]
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The Best Cannoli in Rome: Your Go-To Guide for When You Can’t Make it to Sicily
Italians think Sicilian cannoli taste of the sun, and we don’t disagree. But we’ve come up with our list of the best cannoli in Rome, and we have to say they might be just as good as the ones you find in Sicily. Cannoli are the most famous Italian pastries outside of Italy, partly due […]
A Seasonal Guide to Eating in Rome
Eating seasonal in Rome isn’t just about which vegetables are at the market (although there are plenty of those). It’s about festivals, holidays, and even days of the week. One of the great things about eating in Rome is, ironically, the limitations of the season. Certain dishes—cacio e pepe, braised oxtail—are evergreen, but many things you only […]
7 Best Pastry Shops in Barcelona For Cakes, Croissants, Churros, and More
This blog post was originally posted on October 1, 2014, and was updated on September 5, 2017 and November 15, 2022. Looking for the best pastry shops in Barcelona? Look no further! We’ve made our picks for the classic, the modern and everything in between. La Colmena La Colmena is one of the oldest cake […]
The Most Unique Cafés in Seville: Our Picks for the Best Spots in Town
This blog post on the best cafés in Seville was originally posted on April 6, 2015, and was updated on August 5, 2019. There is something we love about finding where the locals go for a good coffee. Whenever we go traveling, our favorite find is a unique café. Whether it’s a charming coffee shop, a hole-in-the-wall […]