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The French Riviera is one of the most targeted tourist destinations in the entire world for the very affluent and elite. It is famous for the allure and glamour of such places as Monaco and St. Tropez but more so for the Cannes Film Festival. Few places on earth are able to rival the glamour and glitz of this Mediterranean paradise. The French Riviera is also a melting pot of culinary delights, especially when it comes to sampling some of the best desserts in the region.

Norway’s capital city of Oslo is known for a number of sights and attractions that appeal to international travelers from around the world. However, it is best known for its wide variety of Scandinavian cuisine. From the cheap to the expensive, there are numerous entrées to sample when visiting Oslo. However, no trip is complete to this city without experiencing any of a number of desserts. Here is a list of the best desserts in Oslo that you should consider whenever you visit the city and the recipes for them.

If there is one thing about Los Angeles that attracts locals and tourists alike it is the large Asian culture that can be found in the inner city.  Whether Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Malaysian, Thai, or Vietnamese, you’ll most likely find it here.  This is especially true where Asian cuisine is the topic.  The following information will give you a fairly decent idea of all the Asian cuisine that is available in California’s largest city.

Serious gourmets can argue for hours whether the quality and variety of food available is better in Los Angeles or New York. Leaving this subjective issue aside I shall tackle another, the best restaurants in LA. This is, of course, a matter of opinion and one which changes very quickly. But here are my top five restaurants in LA:

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Denmark’s primary tourist destination is the city of Copenhagen, renowned for its diverse culture, nightlife, and excellent shopping opportunities. Naturally, you can’t overlook the cuisine which is the delight of international travelers everywhere. Sweden is only minutes away, but Copenhagen also serves as a geographic link between the European continent and Scandinavia. Old fairy tales blend in with the flashy newer architecture styles of the day and the world class designs of many structures.

If you find yourself hungry in New York you may become suddenly aware of the overwhelming choice of eateries all around you. When faced with choosing just the right place for your mood the task may seem all but impossible.

The capital of Belgium is the city of Brussels, completely surrounded by the Dutch speaking province of Flanders and oftentimes considered the capital of the European Union. The area sits at the crossroads of culture, namely the Germanic of the north and the Romance culture to the south. In so many words, Brussels is an archetypal “melting pot” of sorts, but it still retains its own unique character. Aside from the architecture, culture, and history of the city, there is much to be said about the Dutch cuisine.

Even if you are traveling on a budget, there is no reason to eliminate Athens and Greece from a budget-based vacation. You can find all kinds of airline bargains most times of the year and once you get to Athens, there are numerous budget hotels that you can stay in while vacationing there. Another way to handle spending time in Greece on a budget is to visit the less popular islands that are always competing with the more popular ones for all the tourist business they can get their hands on.

Dining out in Moscow, Russia can be a strange experience for foreigners unused to excellent food being accompanied by gangsters, techno music and call girls. Once you get used to this there are some excellent restaurants available offering a real mix of styles and cuisines, but the traditional Russian affection for fish means Japanese sushi places are disproportionately represented.

Visiting Germany and the city of Berlin avails the international traveler with a number of different tourist venues that are all worth taking in. The Black Forest, famous World War II landmarks, winter skiing venues, and more are there to please those with different tastes. In many instances, it is the German cuisine that holds the major allure for international visitors despite the architecture, culture, and history of the country. We have compiled a listing of the top gourmet restaurants in Berlin for your consideration.

The capital and largest city of Spain is Madrid as well as being the artistic, cultural, financial, and historical center of the country. With a population approaching 3.5 million, it is the busiest and most populated area of the Iberian Peninsula and southwestern Europe. Madrid is also one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region and sees millions of international travelers every year. For many of these visitors, it is the Spanish cuisine that is the primary draw.

Experiencing somewhat of a renaissance in recent years, Portugal’s capital and largest city of Lisbon is now a very popular tourist destination. The allure and enchantment of the city is found in its easy going charm, intimate alleyways, and its structures that are constructed out of white-bleached limestone.

The culture and history drenched land of the Italians is marked by their unique cuisine. Italian cuisine is popular all over the world and the hearty dishes awake all the senses and make for a gastronomical delight for food lovers. True Italian cuisine is all about simple dishes that bring out the flavors of their ingredients. Accompany this with some good wine, old cheese and top it off with their famous sweetened fruit and gelato and you would have eaten a meal fit for a king. There are some Italian dishes that should not be missed.

The Czech Republic, as much as it denies it, is still very much an eastern European country. As such, its food is generally rich, including heavy sauce, lots of meat and potatoes and relatively little fresh vegetables. It also has few typical desserts, but the one they have are heavy on the calories.

Budapest is Hungary’s capital and is by far the most popular tourist destination in the country as well as one of the top travel destinations in Europe. The city entices international travelers for a number of reasons – the architecture, culture, and history being the primary reasons. However, you don’t want to forget about the Hungarian cuisine which is also a major draw for a lot of tourists as well.