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Oh Vienna! Schönbrunn Palace and Lunch at Figlmüller – The Home of Schnitzel since 1905!

Vienna’s grandeur is indeed unforgettable, evoking the majesty of its imperial past. From its wide boulevards to its magnificent buildings, the city resonates with the legacy of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. It’s a place where history and beauty converge, leaving an indelible impression on all who visit. The whole time I am here, I have the…

Dining at the Harmony Specialty Restaurant on the Majestic Princess.

While on the beautiful Majestic Princess, I, with my group of friends, decided to dine at one of the specialty restaurant called Harmony. We actually also dined at the Crown Grill, but I have reviewed that before, you can read that here. With an additional cover charge of AU$63 to dine at Harmony, I believe…

Früh Am Dom, Cologne, Germany.

Früh am Dom is a traditional brewery and beer hall located near the Cologne Cathedral (Dom) in Cologne, Germany. It is known for its Kölsch beer, a light and crisp ale brewed in Cologne, which is served in small glasses called Stangen. The brewery and beer hall offer a lively atmosphere where locals and tourists…

Let’s be Frank about the wonderful food at Frank, Hobart, Tasmania.

Located opposite Franklin Wharf in Hobart, Tasmania’s capital, Frank provides a unique dining experience with its South American inspired cuisine made from premium Australian ingredients. It’s open ambiance and top notch service enhance the culinary journey we embarked on. I’m here with a group of friends from Sydney, enjoying a five day cruise with Hobart…

Kaprao Crispy Chicken and Rice & the Samurai Burger at McDonalds, Thailand!

It’s time for another McDonalds post, this one is from Thailand! The usual rules apply: I’ll try a burger that is not available in Australia and I’ll have fries for comparison; if there is something else quite different on the menu, like gazpacho in Spain, I’ll grab that too. Today I am trying the Samurai…

Dining on the Costa Fascinosa – The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly.

The dining on Costa Fascinosa unveils a culinary journey of the good, the bad, and the ugly. Some dishes dazzle the palate with exquisite flavours, showcasing Mediterranean delights. Some dishes are not up to par and shouldn’t have been served, while others should be ashamed of themselves for their presentation. Full disclosure, this post contains…

The Köfte Burger and Onion Rings at McDonalds Türkiye. Brrrrr…

It’s time for another McDonalds post, this one is from Türkiye! The usual rules apply: I must have fries for comparison; and I’ll try a burger that is not available in Australia. If there is something else quite different on the menu, like gazpacho at McDonalds in Spain, I’ll grab that too. Today I am…

Turkish delights! The delightful flavours of Türkiye!

We all have our kebab preferences, right? Mine is a chicken kebab with lettuce, onions, NO tomato, add cheese with garlic sauce. Imagine my horror one day when my housemate of almost 10 years brought me home a kebab with beef, lettuce, onion, tomato, and chilli sauce. Poor guy hasn’t heard the end of it…

The Speck and Asiago Burger (By Joe Bastianich), McDonalds Italy.

Regular readers will know whenever I travel I usually make a quick stop at a McDonalds, I have this obsession with finding out what they offer and if the old fave’s taste the same in other countries! It just so happens that a lot of readers like my McDonalds posts from India and Spain, so here is another…

Ba’ghetto, Rome, Italy.

Ba’ghetto is a chain of Jewish restaurants found across Italy, and tonight, my friend Brett and I are dining at the Rome location, standing as a renowned Jewish restaurant in the area. It blends Jewish-Roman cuisine with Middle Eastern traditions, offering modern interpretations of classic recipes. Full disclosure, this post contains affiliate links allows me…