Ask a handful of locals where to get a good po’boy in New Orleans and you’re likely to start a fight. Good po’boy shops abound in the Crescent City and so do opinions on who has the best. Here’s a list of 10 po’boy shops in New Orleans that are worth trying. What makes a […]
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Superlative Sandwiches: Where to Find the Best Sandwiches in NYC
The divine beauty of the sandwich is that you can take any kind of bread and any ingredients and put them together and you’ve got something wonderful and edible to eat. The possibilities are endless. And in New York City, the sandwich options pretty much are limitless. Nearly every culinary culture has a version of […]
Our Favorite Rome Restaurants by Neighborhood: Where to Eat in Trastevere
This blog post was originally posted on February 6, 2019 and was updated on October 28, 2020. Trastevere is Rome’s most charming neighborhood, and that’s saying a lot. A bit overrun with tourists and students, yes—but no one who’s walked its winding streets can deny there’s something magical about it. The word Trastevere literally means […]
Behind the Bite: Croque Monsieur
Think of France’s croque monsieur as the lovechild of a grilled cheese and a ham and cheese sandwich. Ham and gruyere are sandwiched between two slices of white bread, topped with béchamel sauce, and broiled. Served with a green salad, it’s a common, quick-and-easy Sunday supper for many French families. Photo Credit: Kayhadrin, Text Overlay: […]
7 Places for the Best Lunch in Rome & What to Know Before You Go
A morning of walking up hills and over cobblestones builds up a fierce hunger, and there’s nothing like a Roman lunch to satisfy it. Lunch in Rome can take many forms, from the classic trattoria to pizza by the slice to snacking at a wine bar. Romans usually eat around 1:00 p.m. Most restaurants offer […]
Our 7 Picks for the Best Bifana in Lisbon (& Why We Love It!)
When thinking about eating in Lisbon, images of bacalhau (codfish) and seafood usually come to mind, but Portuguese cuisine also relies on the land. And, it’s fair to say that Portugal has a special love affair with pork. Pork is everywhere, from the hearty, belt-busting stews and sausages to the sandwiches. We love each savory […]