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Food and Drink

From tips to tapas: How to wine and dine in Madrid

For Spaniards, food is practically a religion. If you want to understand their culture and savour their essence, there’s nothing better than taking part in their gastronomic rituals – and doing it their way. They say Madrid never sleeps; one could add it never stops…
Kyle Coleman
December 18, 2015

Jenever tasting rooms: Drinking in Amsterdam’s history

Amsterdam’s historic proeflokaal tasting rooms have been serving Dutch gin – jenever – and liqueurs for centuries. Most have changed little over time. Here are some of the best spots in Amsterdam to sip and “slurpen”. Wynand Fockink Amsterdam’s most famous proeflokaal, Wynand Fockink, is…
Kyle Coleman
December 11, 2015

Newcastle’s coolest coffee bars, tea rooms

Newcastle is well known for its beer. Less famous is its coffee and tea culture. Not only does the city have a long-established tea blender, Ringtons, but it also features a growing number of artisanal coffee roasters. Tea rooms and cafés are the new cool…
Kyle Coleman
December 7, 2015

Traditional stores and bars: The secret heart of Barcelona

Some of the gastronomic landmarks of the city – places where the locals have been shopping, eating and drinking for generations – are still going strong. Say farewell to the big chains and embrace the soul of Barcelona. Vermut-fuelled discussions Since the 19th century, locals…
Kyle Coleman
November 23, 2015

The ultimate guide for Nottingham’s best pubs

A pint of real ale is essential to the classic British pub-going experience. In Nottingham you can even enjoy one at an authentic medieval inn. Any of the city’s oldest taverns provides a perfect backdrop for sampling hoppy cask ales and craft beers from local…
Kyle Coleman
October 23, 2015

Rome’s 5 hottest neighbourhoods for an Aperitif

Romans use the after‐work, before‐dinner drink as the perfect transition to the second – more lively – half of the day. The city encourages this habit with a constantly expanding range of options. Here are our top five: Freni e Frizioni – Trastevere You’ll know Freni…
Kyle Coleman
October 16, 2015

Vancouver’s freshest sushi restaurants

With its close proximity to water, Vancouver has established a solid reputation for fresh seafood, which translates into some seriously fantastic plates of sushi. If you’re craving a delicious sushi roll during your stay in Vancouver, there are several spots guaranteed to satisfy. Boasting everything…
Kyle Coleman
October 15, 2015

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