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…
Category: Destinations
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…
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…
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…
El Lugar Del Mariachi, Mexico City.
I speak very little Spanish but I work out the name of this restaurant, ‘el lugar del mariachi’, translates to ‘the place of mariachi’. I am out with friends Craig and Abraham at this traditional Mexican restaurant in Mexico City featuring fare from around the country (and of course a mariachi band). Mariachi is a…
Chitwan National Park and Nana Jungle Resort, Nepal. Taking Tourism Sustainability Seriously.
While Nepal is renowned for its towering Himalayan peaks, it’s worth noting the remarkable biodiversity in the south, particularly in Chitwan National Park. This diverse ecosystem is home to rare and endangered species, including Bengal tigers, one-horned rhinoceroses, Asiatic elephants, crocodiles, ghariels, and a stunning variety of birdlife, making it a natural treasure worth exploring….
Dinner at the Esplanade Hotel, Dunedin, New Zealand, and the story of ‘Mum’, a legendary Sea Lion.
I recently flew ‘over the ditch’ from Sydney to Dunedin, New Zealand, to visit a dear friend. It’s Friday night, a little cold outside and we are not looking to head too far. I’ve got a craving for pizza, so my friend, Colleen, mentions the great pizzas they do at Esplanade, St Clair. I learn…
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…
Matty Somewhere 