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Top Five Cupcake Shops in Brooklyn

Louise Vinciguerra — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 16:00:26 +0000

Are you looking for the best sweet treats in Brooklyn? Then look no further!

Most Popular Places for Hot Chocolate in New York

raffaella notari — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 16:00:38 +0000

Winters are officially here and that means it's time to savor as much hot chocolate as you can. If you're in New York and are tired of sipping hot chocolate at overcrowded and commercialized cafes, here is a list of some quaint, cost effective cafes that serve delicious hot chocolate that is sure to please you any time of the day.

Easy Halloween Recipes and Treats

raffaella notari — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 16:00:43 +0000

In the United States, when it comes to fun, the best holiday is Halloween. It's a time when adults and kids play games, disguise themselves in costumes and have parties. It's a time for Jack O Lantern decorations and spooky looking food and tasty treats. Your children can help you prepare some of this selection of Halloweenrecipes and treats. You can have some of the spooky treats ready when kids come "trick or treating".

7 Great Airport Restaurants

raffaella notari — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 16:00:38 +0000

Airports dining has changed a lot over the past few years. The place is no longer just a terminal but also a center for fine dining experience of the ones about to board the planes. The restaurants are one of a kind and have their specialties which they can work on. They all look after the best way to serve their customers and make them leave with a smile. The airports restaurants have started to provide nice food in cases of flight delays. Some of the best airport restaurants are as follows:

Temple Bar and the Dublin Pub Scene

Anita Choudhary — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 16:00:26 +0000

You’ve probably heard it a dozen times, but no trip to the Emerald Isle would be complete without visiting the capital city of Dublin and participating in bar hopping or pub crawling. Just be prepared for the number of choices there are. Based on the last estimate, if you went to a different bar or pub every day of the week, it would take you between 20 and 21 months to visit every one of them.

Corsican Cuisine: 5 Foods You must Taste

Anita Choudhary — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 16:00:09 +0000

The cuisine of Corsica is French and Italian-influenced although most dishes are very unique and extremely tasty. The charcuterie reflects the flavor that is acquired by the foraging of the island’s domesticated pigs that are allowed to forage for natural foods. The standard Corsican charcuterie made from boar or pig meat is comprised of delectable entrées such as coppa, figatellu, ham, lonzu, and saucisson. The following is a list of the 5 foods you must try should you visit the island.

Brussels: the Chocolate Capital

Anita Choudhary — Sat, 18 Aug 2012 17:00:29 +0000

One of the best reasons we can think of to visit the city of Brussels is for the chocolate, one of the most renowned and decadent desserts in the entire world. Chocolate is so popular throughout the country of Belgium that no matter what direction you travel in and how large or small the town is that you visit, you will most likely find a chocolatier, sometimes many. For the avid local and international “chocoholic”, the following are the top tasting tours in the Chocolate capital of Brussels.

Top Vegetarian Restaurants in Marseille, France

Anita Choudhary — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 01:00:56 +0000

For the individual who enjoys a beach vacation, a lively nightlife, and some of the finest French cuisine in the country, Marseilles is one of the livelier cities to visit. If you prefer the Vegan and vegetarian lifestyle, there is plenty to enjoy there as well. Here is a list of the top vegetarian restaurants in Marseilles, France.

The Best Vegan and Vegetarian Dining in Sofia, Bulgaria

Anita Choudhary — Tue, 22 May 2012 16:00:05 +0000

The capital and largest city of Bulgaria is Sofia and its 1.5 million citizens. It is one of eastern Europe’s most dynamic capital cities and is characterized by its unique blend of Communist and European-style architecture dotted with some extremely beautiful orthodox churches. Bulgaria’s capital is also the home to some wonderful cuisine and dining opportunities including some of the best Vegan and vegetarian dining in Sofia, Bulgaria.

Top Restaurants of Porto, Portugal

Anita Choudhary — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:00:51 +0000

Constructed along the hills that overlook the estuary of the Douro River, is the busy commercial and industrial center of Porto. UNESCO awarded the historical city center World Heritage status in 1996. Porto has been inhabited ever since the Roman occupation of the 4^th century. Today it is one of the more popular destinations for tourists who want to experience some of the best dining in Portugal. The following is a listing of the top restaurants of Porto, Portugal.

Veggie Restaurants in Budapest

Anita Choudhary — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 16:00:20 +0000

With its charming lush green parks, inspirational museums, and a nightlife that is absolutely pulsating, the city of Budapest is Hungary’s capital as well as one of Europe’s most delightful and enjoyable tourist destinations.However, what many international travelers are unaware of is the fact that Hungarian cuisine is comprised of a variety of entrées including Vegan and vegetarian.

Vegetarian Restaurants on Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia

Anita Choudhary — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 17:00:27 +0000

One of the six states that make up the Australian continent is Queensland, which is the northeastern portion of Australia. The state is known for many attractions and sights including Daintree National Park, the Great Barrier Reef, and the Sunshine Coast. However, the Gold Coast of the southeastern portion of Queensland is one of the most visited areas in the entire state.

Vegetarian Dining in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Anita Choudhary — Sat, 17 Mar 2012 17:00:22 +0000

Colombo is the largest city of Sri Lanka but more importantly, it is viewed as the commercial and financial capital of the country as well. The city is well known as a popular tourist destination because of its numerous galleries and museums, but it is also a popular tourist area for its diverse dining venues which includes those that feature a Vegan-friendly and/or vegetarian menu. For those of you who prefer the Vegan-friendly or vegetarian lifestyle, the following is a listing of the better dining venues in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Best Vegetarian Cuisine of Istanbul, Turkey

Anita Choudhary — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 17:00:14 +0000

The city of Istanbul is the populous one in Turkey as well as being the country’s cultural and financial center. It is situated on both banks of the Bosphorus Strait between the Black and Marmara Seas. Geographically, Istanbul is the cultural and physical bridge between Asia and Europe. In 2010, the city was named as one of the three cultural capitals of Europe.

The Best Restaurants of Luang Prabang

Anita Choudhary — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:00:21 +0000

The city of Luang Prabang in Laos is situated at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan Rivers. Up until the Communist takeover of 1975, it was also the capital city of Luang Prabang Province. Today, it is one of the more popular Laos vacation destinations and is a popular favorite of individuals who travel internationally to taste the different cuisines of the world. You will find the majority of the dining opportunities along the roads of the Mekong and Nam Khan Rivers as well as Sisavangvong Road.

Vegetarian Restaurants in Kuwait

Anita Choudhary — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 17:00:42 +0000

The Middle East country of Kuwait lies on the northwestern edge of the Arabian Gulf. It is geographically situated between the gulf, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia. As there is no nightlife to speak of in Kuwait (alcohol is prohibited), most people go to their favorite restaurants for an enjoyable night out on the town. Though a predominantly Muslim state, traditional dishes have meats as one of the ingredient but for those looking for a vegetarian fare, the choices are unlimited.

5 Local Dishes in Milan

Abha — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 17:00:52 +0000

What makes Italy so interesting where the cuisine is concerned is the fact that every region in the country (there are 20 in all) have their own particular culinary favorite. Here 5 local dishes in Milan to consider when visiting the city.

Veggie Restaurants in Campania

Anita Choudhary — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 17:00:25 +0000

The region includes some famous cities such as Naples and Salerno as well as the spectacular Amalfi Coast. It is one of the most visited regions in all of Italy and makes for a perfect “base” for venturing out into the region and exploring all that it has to offer. However, if you follow the Vegan way and only eat Vegetarian, you will not be disappointed as there are several restaurants of this nature located in the region. Here are a few to consider.

Top Seafood Restaurants in Mumbai, Indi

Anita Choudhary — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 15:00:17 +0000

One of India’s largest cities is Mumbai, which was formerly called Bombay. Today it is a favorite destination of many locals as well as international travelers who visit the city because of its cosmopolitan and eclectic format. Additionally, Mumbai is the commercial capital of the country as well as being one of its predominant port cities.

Where to Have a Coffee Break (Fika) in Stockholm?

Abha — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 17:00:43 +0000

In Swedish, “Fika” means “coffee” or “to have coffee” or simply “a coffee break”. Fika is a popular Swedish tradition to socialize over a cup of coffee accompanied by a pastry, piece of cake, cinnamon roll or other sweet baked snacks. Bullar, a roll filled with cinnamon, cardamom and sugar, is an integral part of the custom. Fika has no fix time. It happens many times daily. The weather is one of the favorite subjects of fika conversations. It could be a quick or elaborate. You need a diverse range of sweets, tarts, pastries and cookies for an elaborate fika. The capital city Stockholm has numerous modern and traditional cake shops and cafes for fika. Read on to know about traditional Swedish bakeries cum cafes.