Category: Southern Europe

Greek Lemon Chicken with Potatoes served with ouzo in a Greek tavern
European Cuisine, Greece, Main Course, Recipes, Southern Europe

A taste of Greece: Eating Lemon Chicken in Heraklion

While the cruise ship has many dining options, nothing compares to authentic Greek food on the Crete isle. We discovered a hidden traditional tavern in a cobblestone alley of Heraklion’s old town. We ordered Greek Lemon Chicken with roasted Potatoes (Λεμονάτο Κοτόπουλο με Πατάτες). The tavern offered the perfect Greek experience: checkered tablecloths, soft bouzouki music, and a friendly owner eager for us to try … Continue reading A taste of Greece: Eating Lemon Chicken in Heraklion

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freshly baked flatbreads in a rustic setting
Breads and Pastry, European Cuisine, Greece, Recipes, Southern Europe, Vegetarian

Greek Flat Bread, Soft Pita on the Greek Isles

One of my favorite food memories comes from a sun-soaked afternoon during our Greek Isles cruise, with the Aegean’s impossibly blue waters and a breeze hinting at salt and wild herbs. Here we had a fantastic Gyros with soft Pita bread. When our ship anchored off Santorini, we took a tender boat ashore, surrounded by whitewashed houses stacked like sugar cubes on the cliffs. My … Continue reading Greek Flat Bread, Soft Pita on the Greek Isles

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three Pastéis de Nata on a plate
Breads and Pastry, Cake and Torte, European Cuisine, Portugal, Recipes, Southern Europe

Recreate Lisbon’s Famous Pastéis de Nata Pastry at Home

I still recall entering the Time Out Market, where the air was filled with the scents of cinnamon and freshly baked Pastéis de Nata. The market buzzed with life—locals chatting over espresso, tourists navigating food stalls, and the sounds of plates clattering mingling with voices. There are places in the world where food becomes more than food — it becomes a moment, a memory, a … Continue reading Recreate Lisbon’s Famous Pastéis de Nata Pastry at Home

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Osso Buco, veal shank
European Cuisine, Italy, Main Course, Recipes, Southern Europe

Osso Buco: A Taste of Milan in my Kitchen

There are certain dishes that feel like they carry entire cities within them—aromas that whisper of cobblestone streets, slow afternoons. The kind of cooking that insists you pause and savor life. For me, Osso Buco, a veal shank, is one of those dishes. Every time I make it, I’m transported straight back to the Antica Trattoria della Pesa in Milan They served Ossobuco on the … Continue reading Osso Buco: A Taste of Milan in my Kitchen

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Porto, Portugal Sticky post
Portugal, Southern Europe

Porto, Portugal: A Cultural and Enchanting Destination

Porto is a captivating city known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and world-famous Port Wine. If you like me, a culture lover, foodie and casual traveler, Porto offers an unforgettable experience. This city is filled with charming neighborhoods, historic landmarks, and unique local flavors. After we spent four wonderful days exploring the city of Lisbon, we took a scenic three-hour ride to the charming … Continue reading Porto, Portugal: A Cultural and Enchanting Destination

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Amalfa district, Lisbon Sticky post
Portugal, Southern Europe

Lisbon, Portugal: A Journey Through History, Culture, and Flavor

Lisbon has long been a fascinating destination on my bucket list, and I was thrilled to finally explore this lively and captivating capital of Portugal. I found it to be a city where history meets modernity where every corner tells a story. We took a Tuk-Tuk ride through the Alfama District, explored the São Jorge Castle, took the Santa Justa Elevator and more….. Arriving in … Continue reading Lisbon, Portugal: A Journey Through History, Culture, and Flavor

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Greek pasta salad
European Cuisine, Greece, Recipes, Salads, Side dish, Southern Europe

Refreshing Mediterranean/Greek Pasta Salad

There are meals that linger in your memory long after the plates are cleared. For me, one of those unforgettable bites came aboard a cruise ship, drifting between the sun-drenched Greek isles. We had just docked near Santorini, the sea shimmering below whitewashed cliffs, and I found myself savoring a Mediterranean Pasta Salad that tasted like summer in a bowl. This Greek pasta salad ranks … Continue reading Refreshing Mediterranean/Greek Pasta Salad

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Limoncello, Italy
Drinks, mixed, European Cuisine, Italy, Recipes, Southern Europe

Limoncello & Portofino: A Mediterranean Memory

There are moments in life that shimmer like sunlight on the sea—fleeting, golden, and unforgettable. One of mine happened aboard a Mediterranean cruise, gliding along the Ligurian coast with the breeze in my hair and the promise of Portofino ahead. And there, in a sun-drenched café overlooking the water, I tasted Limoncello—bright, sweet, and bracing. I was served ice-cold in a tiny glass, a perfect … Continue reading Limoncello & Portofino: A Mediterranean Memory

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