In Paris, cafe culture runs deep. Coffee culture, well—as others have reported, it’s still developing. For many years, the only available coffee options in Paris were very average, at best. This is for a number of reasons, among them strict regulations for opening new cafes, France’s history of colonialism, and general lack of innovation in […]
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All About Macarons: History + Where to Eat Them in Paris
Sure, you can always have a flaky croissant, or perhaps a few buttery madeleines to start your day. But when it comes to the perfect French treat—at any time of the day—we have to go with the heavenly macarons. That delicate crunch, followed by a lusciously chewy center and a creamy finish? Perfection. Ethereally light […]
A Love Letter to Paris: the Everyday Luxury of Pastry
Food-loving Paris is a playground for pastry. I may have come to Paris twelve years ago as a dedicated student of linguistics and French literature, but I quickly learned I’d need to learn another language entirely to fully immerse myself in the culture—the language of pastry. And it was by focusing my attention on all […]
These 10 Bakeries Are the Only Ones You Need to Visit in Paris
If you don’t believe in heaven on earth, you clearly haven’t stepped inside a Parisian bakery. Whether you’re there for the bread, croissants, pastries, or all off the above, boulangeries have the power to change your life, or at the very least, to make your trip to the City of Lights a memorable one. But when […]
Where to Find the Best Torrijas in Seville
You’re probably familiar with French toast. What you might not be familiar with is its Spanish counterpart: torrijas. This scrumptious treat consists of slices of bread soaked in eggs, as well as milk or wine. Then, the bread is fried to perfection and topped off with honey, cinnamon sugar, or whipped cream. We’re all about […]
Eating Gluten Free in Seville: The Ultimate Guide
This blog post was originally posted on May 27, 2015, and was updated on July 31, 2018. We might be in the land of ‘tostada,’ but eating gluten free in Seville doesn’t have to be difficult! When people think of Spanish food, they’re often reminded of bread and flour—especially in Seville, a city known for its wonderful […]
Where to Eat in Barcelona: The Gothic Quarter
Barcelona’s oldest area, the Gothic Quarter, is filled with charm, enigma and, well, its fair share of tourist traps. But that doesn’t mean you can’t eat well there! If you aren’t familiar with el gòtic, the area can be a bit difficult to navigate. However, there are plenty of wonderful restaurants in the Gothic Quarter if you […]