Panoramic view of the Seine River with Paris landmarks including bridges and the Eiffel Tower in the distance
How to Eat Like a Local in Paris — a Guide to the Best Restaurants, Culinary-Focused Hotels, and More

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A restaurant with glass walls people inside preparing food overlooking a scenic coastline at sunset with palm trees and the sea
One of Italy’s Most Radical Kitchens Is on a Volcanic Cliff in Sicily
Variety of pecorino cheeses displayed on shelves
Where to Taste 25 Types of Pecorino Cheese in Picturesque Tuscany
La Maison de l'Aubrac’s steak.
There Is a Right (and Wrong) Way to Eat Steak Frites
Steps leading through an ancient cave with stone walls and rustic ambiance
At This Italian Restaurant Near Rome, Dinner Starts in a Cave
Icelandicstyle hot dogs served in buns with condiments on a wooden surface
Why the Icelandic Hot Dog Is One of Europe’s Most Beloved Street Foods
Turin is flanked by the Italian Alps of Piedmont; its landmark building, the Mole Antonelliana, is currently home to the National Museum of Cinema.
The Most Exciting Aperitivo Hour in Italy Isn’t Where You Think
Rick Steves seated outdoors with a meal on the table
Rick Steves Shares His Formula for Eating Like a Local Across Europe
A plate of pastries specifically pain au chocolat arranged on a decorative plate
This Lesser-Known French Pastry Is Way More Chocolatey Than a Pain au Chocolat
A hand holding a cone with a double scoop of ice cream
This Country Has a Word for ‘Ice Cream Road Trip’
Aerial view of traffic on Tower Bridge and The City of London at sunrise
Eat Like a Local in London — a Guide to the Best Restaurants, Markets, and More
Cityscape featuring a river a church and modern skyscrapers likely a European urban location
Linger in the Less Crowded Alternative to Berlin and Munich for More Than a Layover
American fries; British chips
The U.S. and U.K. Way to Say 17 Different Food Names
Outdoor dining area with yellow umbrellas overlooking the water surrounded by pillars and vegetation
The French Riviera's Fine Dining Shines — Even on Rainy Days
Castelsardo, Sassari, Sardinia, Italy.
Taste Sardinia, Italy’s Beachy Island Paradise, on the First-Ever Nonstop Flight From the US
A view of Rome through a large window from a room with a table and chairs in the foreground
How to Eat Like a Local in Rome — a Guide to the Best Restaurants, Shopping, and Stays
A meal of white asparagus potatoes and herbs served with a creamy sauce displayed on rustic plates with forks
Asparagus Season Is So Big in Germany, There's a Trail, Festival, Museum, and More
A child selecting sweets from a variety of candies in a store for Copenhagen's 'Fredagsslik' tradition, which translates to 'Friday Candy'
Copenhagen's 'Fredagsslik' Tradition Translates to 'Friday Candy'
Shucked oysters from Sylter Oyster Farm.
You Can Visit Germany's Only Oyster Farm on the Northernmost Island
Glera Vineyard
Venice Has a Secret Vineyard Hiding in a Monastery
The exclusive presidential suite at Hôtel Royale Evian Resort.
Evian Water Has Been Bottled in This Dreamy Destination for 200 Years
Rolling vineyards and a hillside town in the Prosecco region
This Small Italian Region Is Producing Some of the World’s Best Sparkling Wine
Domaine Valentin Zusslin
These Less-Crowded French Wine Regions Are Extraordinary With Storybook Scenery
Livio Felluga Winery from above.
2 New Italian Wine Regions for Sparkling and White Wine Lovers
A boat anchored in a cove surrounded by rocky coastline
This Tiny Island in Spain Pairs Small Wineries With a Big Food Scene
A large historic mansion with a symmetrical timbered facade and tall chimneys surrounded by a grassy area under a partly cloudy sky
Beyond the Brandy, Cognac's Food Scene Makes for a Dreamy Destination in France
A scenic view of a barge cruising a treelined waterway in a rural landscape with vineyards on the hills
This Cruise Is the Best Way to Explore France's Iconic Wine Region — With Only 7 Other Guests
Joyau Des Pins - Yule Log at The Peninsula Paris
Paris Pastry Chefs Are Crafting Gorgeous Bûche de Noël Creations for Christmas
A grand seafood tower display on a cruise featuring various shellfish and ice sculptures flanking the table
9 Food-Forward Cruises That Make Meals the Main Event
Person holding a bag containing harvested truffles
The Ultimate Truffle Hunt Was Right Under My Nose in the Rhône Valley
A panettone on a stand surrounded by festive decorations and gift boxes
Holiday Travelers to Rome Have to Try This Panettone
Riquewihr in Alsace, France
France's Holiday Feasts Go From Seafood Towers to Foie Gras on Gingerbread
The entrance to Rossio Christmas Market in Portugal
This Christmas Market in the Middle of Lisbon Serves a Secret Drink That Draws a Line
Jose Andres overlaying a street scene in Spain
Where to Eat in Spain Like José Andrés
A bartender prepares drinks in a crowded bar with people seated and standing around the counter
Where the World's Best Bartenders Drink on Their Nights Off
Two people enjoying dim sum at Shang Palace.
Make Your Own Dim Sum at France's First Michelin-Starred Chinese Restaurant
Gnocchi at Amarines by Mauro Colagreco, situated at the Villa Miraé hotel.
Most Visit the Côte d’Azur for Sun and Sea – I'll Return for the Gnocchi
The Scenic Diamond in Bordeaux, France
I Visited France’s Famous Vineyards to Finally Understand Wine in My 30s
A passenger ferry on the Bosphorus strait in Istanbul, Turkey.
10 Street Food Specialties to Try in Istanbul
San Vincenzo, Italy. City as seen from the air.
A Guide to Eating, Drinking, and Enjoying the Tuscan Coast
Crowded dance floor with women celebrating in a night club
This Paris Nightclub Has a No Men Policy – and Dinner and Drinks Are Included
Elegant outdoor dining area with tables and chairs under architectural columns, surrounded by plants at Le Grand Cafe.
The 10 Paris Restaurants You Need to Visit Right Now
Patrons seated at outdoor tables at Café de Flore in Paris
A Local's Guide to French Dining Etiquette
A table with a variety of Italian dishes and wines, part of a dining setup in a trattoria
Follow the New Wave of Italian Trattorias From Piedmont to Sicily
Outdoor restaurant setup with tables, chairs, and a view of the sea
Dream Cruise Port Dining Destinations
Meringues for double crème de la Gruyère.
The Dreamy Dessert You Can Only Try in Switzerland
A table with various pastries, coffee, and two people seated
The Best Pastries in London Are Hiding in Butcher Shops, Wine Bars, and a Shipping Container
A pile of mushrooms assorted sizes and shapes
This Tiny European Nation Has Turned Mushroom Foraging Into a National Sport
Clusters of grapes on vines in a vineyard
Why Blaufränkisch Wine Is a Sommelier Favorite
Der Berghof is a family-run hotel with wood-paneled rooms, modern suites, and studios. Its restaurants include the elegant Marile and a fondue room.
This Austrian Village Pairs World-Class Skiing With Strudel and Fine Dining
Glasses of ouzo with bowls of green and black olives on a wooden serving board
The Official Guide to Ouzo — Greece's National Drink
Two people toasting with blue cocktails in a reflective decorated room
This Amsterdam Museum Is All About Cocktails
Outdoor seating at an Italian cafe with diners enjoying meals under a shaded awning
A Local's Guide to Italian Dining Etiquette
Landscape featuring vineyards with a coastal bay and mountains in the background during sunset
9 Wineries to Visit in Sicily and Sardinia for Island Vibes and Distinctive Wines
Three individuals stand in a vineyard field, one gesturing towards the rows of vines
The Best Italian Wineries to Visit Near Naples
Wine cellar with rows of wooden barrels lining both sides, arched brick ceiling illuminated by warm lights.
9 Tuscan Wineries to Visit for Classic Cuisine, Great Wine, and Warm Italian Hospitality
Vineyard landscape with a red house on a hill, rows of grapevines stretching across the foreground.
The 12 Best Italian Wineries to Visit Near Milan
A person in the vineyards at Tenuta i Fauri.
The 8 Best Wineries to Visit Near Rome
A hand holds a glass of wine at Venissa.
The 8 Best Italian Wineries to Visit Near Venice
Various tarts on a white marble surface from Maison Aleph in Paris, France.
You Can Plan an Entire Vacation Around Pastry in This European City
Monaco is such a small country that this stunning sunset view of its famed harbor is actually best enjoyed from the small town of La Turbie in France.
Monte Carlo's Culinary Scene Serves Up Utter Grandeur
An asparagus dish at Comptoir De Vie
Here's Why Paris Bartenders Banned Ice at the City's Hottest New Restaurant
A person standing outdoors in a snowy environment interacting with a reindeer
This Reindeer Farmer Is a Guardian of Norway's Indigenous Food
O'Shea's pub in Ireland.
Here’s the Legal Reason Why Irish Bars Are Always Named After People
Zambujeira do Mar is a small fishing village on the Vicentina Coast near a national park that’s known for its distinctive cliffs and turquoise waters.
This Wild Coastline Is Portugal’s Best-Kept Secret — and It's Home to Incredible Restaurants
Italy, Palermo: Passers-by stand at a stall in the Vucciria market.
This Is the Top Food Market in the World — and It Includes a Late-Night Dance Party
A remote building situated in front of a rugged snowcapped mountain range
The Northernmost Restaurant on Earth Serves Reindeer, Seal, and More Arctic Ingredients
Breakfast plates at Echo in Paris.
Paris Is Having a Breakfast Awakening