Experiencing the sinking realisation as we prepared to settle our dinner tab in Halle, Belgium, the waiter’s words hit us: “We only take cash.” Brett and I exchanged a glance, both armed only with cards, a moment of panic ensued… Full disclosure, this post contains affiliate links which help sustain this blog, support my travels,…
Category: Europe
The McKroket, Vegetarian Nuggets and Fries at McDonalds in The Netherlands!
Welcome back for another Macca’s post from around the world! This time I am in The Netherlands! 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, or the Kaprao Crispy Chicken…
Suhumi Georgian Restaurant, Den Haag, Netherlands.
Suhumi Georgian Restaurant, located in Den Haag (The Hague), Netherlands, offers authentic Georgian cuisine. With its diverse menu featuring traditional dishes like khachapuri and khinkali, it provides a taste of Georgia in the heart of the Netherlands. Full disclosure, this post contains affiliate links which help sustain this blog, support my travels, and offer valuable…
Skylounge – Vienna International Airport
The Skylounge Vienna Airport is a luxurious lounge located in Vienna International Airport. It provides travellers with a cozy and exclusive space to relax and rejuvenate before their flights. Some airlines like Emirates, Qatar, and Korean Air offer access to their First and Business class passengers. Additionally, certain European credit cards or Amex cards may…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Trattoria Enzo e Piero, Florence, Italy.
After perusing the menu online, my choice is set, and I am looking forward to savouring the unique flavours of gnudi, kind of like a large gnocchi or dumpling . But when I order on this Friday evening, I am given a strange look…. Full disclosure, this post contains affiliate links allows me to sustain…
Madrid Secret Food Tour
Wow! Madrid, you really were a surprise! A beautiful city on a grand and epic scale that can easily challenge the heavyweights of tourist cities in Europe such as Paris, London, and Rome. Before I headed off to Segovia, I joined a food tour of Madrid and it’s an amazing afternoon! Full disclosure, this post…
The Grand McExtreme Three Cheeses, Top Fries and Gazpacho at McDonalds, Spain.
One of my most popular posts recently was when I tried the Maharaja Mac at McDonalds India, so here I bring you a Macca’s burger from Spain – The Grand McExtreme Three Cheeses – Sounds delightful, right? But it doesn’t stop there! What about some McDonalds fries with cheese and bacon, chicken wings and a…
Segovia, Spain. A Roman Aqueduct and it’s Most Famous Dishes.
Segovia, located around 100 kilometres northwest of Madrid in Spain, is home to one of the best preserved Roman Aqueducts in the world! Segovia and the aqueduct have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985. It’s an easy day trip from Madrid, or do what I did and come for a night. Segovia is amazing and…
Food Tour of the Marais in Paris, France
In France, French onion soup is simply called onion soup. Butter is quite possibly considered a food group, and cheeses, some meats and wine have an ‘appellation’….A patisserie sells pastries, eclairs and macarons and a boulangerie sells bread, baguettes and pains. A viennoiserie sells a mixture of the two… kind of like sweeter breads, what…
Classic Bouillabaisse and Tartare de Thon Rouge at Bistro Pernod, Marseille, France.
It’s been weeks since I’ve posted, I have been on the road again, well, actually on planes, trains and a cruise (which I will post about later) and one of the cruise ports of call was Marseille in France. I am with my dear friend of many years Brett, an Australian who is now a…
Air France – London Heathrow to Paris Charles De Gaulle – Economy Class.
It’s a 9 hour transit at London’s Heathrow airport. I try to change my ticket to an earlier flight but it’s going to cost me more than the ticket itself. I’ve just flown from Sydney via Dubai on my way to Paris. Get up to date FreakyFlier posts delivered direct to your inbox! Sign up…
Salon iCare Airport Lounge – Charles De Gaulle Airport, Paris
For someone that adores travel and loves flying, I’ve started to dislike airports, obviously not the plane spotting part, and I respect the security aspect but its the crowds, the kids, the people who suddenly have this dumbness about them, mostly though, it’s the inflated prices for food and drink. Want more FreakyFlier delivered…
Happy New Year 2017 – Where are you travelling to?
2016 was a good year but I didn’t get to travel as much as I would have liked. Buenos Aires and Montevideo were great, as was a brief trip to Melbourne. I have, however already booked my big trip for 2017. One way ticket around the world! First stop, Singapore, then Penang, Phuket, Chiang Mai…
Jet Flight Simulator – Sydney – Boeing 737-800
“This is your Co-pilot FreakyFlier speaking, welcome on board. Todays flight from London Heathrow to London City Airport will take approximately 24 minutes. In the mean time, please sit back and relax and enjoy the superior service and wonderful views of London on this short flight”. “Was that ok Captain?” “That was fine Freaky….
Palaces, Queens, Dikes and Bikes, (Part II) Het Loo Palace & Gardens, The Netherlands
If you have read part one of my royal journey in The Netherlands, you’ll know I just missed out on meeting Queen Beatrix at Noordiende Palace in Den Haag ;)…..and, so, my dear friend Brett and I headed to the north of the country to visit Het Loo Palace in Apeldoorn, once home to sovereigns,…
Matty Somewhere 