Food and travel blog focusing on food travel and sight-seeing, from Cardiff to the Caribbean
The Mediterranean has earned a reputation for incredible food, but many travellers still gravitate towards the same well-known destinations year after year. While famous cities and resorts certainly deserve their popularity, some of the region’s most rewarding culinary experiences can be found in places that attract less attention. Here, family-run restaurants, local producers and ingredients […] Read more…
There are few ingredients more overlooked in the kitchen than the humble raisin. Yet tucked away in the sun-drenched vineyards of Greece, a centuries-old story of identity, mislabelling, and agricultural pride is being quietly reclaimed – one tiny raisin at a time. On a recent press trip to the northern Peloponnese, I travelled to Kiato, […] Read more…
Kalafatis Fish Tavernas and Divounia Harbour sit on the southeast coast of Mykonos, around 13km from Mykonos Town. This quieter corner of the island offers a glimpse into its traditional fishing heritage, with a small peninsula separating Kalafatis Bay from Agia Anna Bay. Local fishing boats, waterfront tavernas and whitewashed houses create a distinctly different […] Read more…
There’s something truly magical about being halfway around the world with the person you love. With the horizon stretching wide and the moment you’ve been thinking about drawing near, you’re bound to remember this moment forever. When it comes to a proposal, picking the right place is just as important as picking a beautiful diamond […] Read more…
The Greek island of Kea (or “Tzia”) lies just over an hour by ferry from the mainland port of Lavrio, making it a smart choice for a quick break or a more extended stay in the Cyclades. With clear waters, stone paths, quiet villages, and a ring of beaches, Kea entices visitors a range of […] Read more…
Set among the undulating hills of Corinthia in the northeastern Peloponnese, Nemea is often dubbed the ‘Bordeaux of Greece’ – and for good reason. As you enter the region, a sign reading “Welcome to Wine Land” offers a fitting introduction to Greece’s largest red wine appellation, and a rising star on the global wine map. […] Read more…
Greek olive oil is hardly a newcomer to global kitchens, with PDO-recognised varieties like Kalamata and Sitia regarded among the finest. On a recent press trip to the Peloponnese, I visited Kiato – a lesser-known yet historically rich region located just west of Corinth and under two hours from Athens – where I discovered that […] Read more…