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Brittany Part 5: Carnac UNESCO Megaliths — Walking Among 7,000 Years of Mystery

Leave a Comment / March 7, 2026 / Brittany, Fish, French Food, Mild and Soothing, Seafood, Stewed/Braised, Vegetables

Carnac’s megaliths are one of Brittany‘s most mysterious treasures. Every year, travelers from around the world come to wander between the megaliths, and everyone feels it. That sensation of floating through a time tunnel. The world feels impossibly vast and we humbly small. Let the Numbers Sink In 🤯 In the salty Atlantic wind of […]

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Brittany Part 4: The Enchanted Forest of Brocéliande

Leave a Comment / February 14, 2026 / Beef, Brittany, Duck, Fish, French Food, Mediterranean Food, Mild and Soothing, Roasted/Grilled, Steak, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Do you believe in legends? In Brittany, magic can be real! Welcome to Forêt de Brocéliande 🎬, the legendary forest of Arthurian tales in northwestern France. 🌿 This mystical forest has been a source of wonder since at least 1160, when it appeared in the Chronicles of Lancelot. For nearly a thousand years, it has

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Brittany Part 3: A Dream Rising from the Tide – Mont Saint-Michel, France

2 Comments / January 28, 2026 / Brittany, Buffet, Fish, French Food, Mediterranean Food, Mild and Soothing, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Snails, Stewed/Braised, Vegetables

✨ The Mirage Island｜The Eighth Wonder of the World Close to Brittany, in the heart of the sea, France’s Mont Saint-Michel stages a magical show between reality and illusion.Located in Normandy, this tidal island is hailed as the “Eighth Wonder of the World” – a famous French monument and Christian holy site. The bay of Saint-Malo is a vast stretch of

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Brittany Part 2: Saint-Malo Travel Tips – Sights, Tides & Bites

4 Comments / January 14, 2026 / Brittany, Dessert, Duck, Fish, French Food, Lamb, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Seafood, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Vegetables

🌊 Saint-Malo: Where Pirates Once Ruled the Waves On the rugged northwestern coast of France lies Saint-Malo, a small walled city facing the English Channel 🌊—a place better known not for saints, but for pirates. Saint-Malo’s story begins in the 6th century, when Britons fled political turmoil in Britain and crossed the sea to Brittany.

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Brittany Travel Guide: 6-Day Itinerary with Hotel, Transit & Food Tips (Part 1)

Leave a Comment / December 31, 2025 / Brittany, Fish, French Food, Mediterranean Food, Mild and Soothing, Offal, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Soup, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

In France, Brittany (Bretagne) is still something of a hidden gem. Compared with the sun-drenched South of France, Brittany feels quieter – a place where time feels generous, the coast can be dramatic, and the locals – as they aren’t constantly overwhelmed by mass tourism – are noticeably friendly and curious—often smiling, nodding to travelers.

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Madrid Part 3 – Royal Palace, Basque Flavors & Flamenco Night

18 Comments / August 13, 2025 / Fish, Madrid, Mediterranean Food, Mild and Soothing, Offal, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Soup, Spanish Food, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

When it comes to grandeur, few places rival the – ROYAL PALACE OF MADRID (PALACIO REAL DE MADRID). Built in the 18th century under the orders of King Philip V, this opulent palace is the largest royal palace in Europe by floor area, boasting a staggering 3,418 rooms. From priceless masterpieces by Goya to the breathtaking frescoes of the Throne Room and

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Madrid Part 1: Food, Transit, Hotels & a 3-Day Itinerary Beginning at Mercado de San Miguel

28 Comments / July 16, 2025 / Barbecue, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Dim Sum, Dumplings, Madrid, Mediterranean Food, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Spanish Food, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sushi, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Long before Madrid became the dazzling capital we know today—buzzing with tapas bars, royal palaces, and sunset-lit rooftops—it was called Magerit, or “land of abundant water,” by the Moors. This poetic name hints at its origins: in 865 AD, Emir Muhammad I ordered a fortress to be built along the banks of the Manzanares River

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Discover La Roche-en-Ardenne: Belgian cuisine and a picturesque water town

Leave a Comment / March 19, 2025 / Belgian Food, Burger, Chicken, Deep-Fry, Deer/Venison, Dessert, La Roche-en-Ardenne, Mild and Soothing, Roasted/Grilled, Vegetables

The last day of our Belgian trip led us to La Roche-en-Ardenne, a picturesque town located in the heart of Ardennes, as we made on our way back to Frankfurt. It was off-season, and breakfast spots were scarce, but we had prepared ahead, gathering simple provisions from a supermarket. Often considered one of the most

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Dinant, Belgium Part 1: Scenic Waters, Historic Citadels, and a Saxophone Legacy

Leave a Comment / February 19, 2025 / Barbecue, Beef, Chicken, Deep-Fry, Dinant, Greek Food, Lamb, Mediterranean Food, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Vegetables

As we arrive in Dinant, Belgium, the temperature hover near freezing, yet the sun’s gentle rays bathe the town in a golden warmth, making the chill almost unnoticeable. Our journey leads us past the impressive Rocher Bayard, a towering 40-meter limestone formation split dramatically in two. Folklore has it that the giant horse Bayard split

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Medieval Mystique and Scenic Trails in Luxembourg: Vianden Castle, Echternach and More

Leave a Comment / February 12, 2025 / Deer/Venison, Dessert, Luxembourg City, Luxembourgish Food, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Steak, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Just 30 minutes’ drive from the center of Luxembourg City, Vianden Castle, perched atop a small hill, is like a portal to a medieval world. On the day of our visit, a light drizzle painted the air with a misty softness, blurring the edges of reality and casting an almost dreamlike veil over the scenery.

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