Fratellini is a little taste of Italy in Amsterdam. This has become my go-to post-climb stop. Fratellini Amsterdam is conveniently located on Haarlemmerstraat. Pretty much on my way home from any and everywhere. And on Sunday afternoons post-climb, I’m a hungry girl. Fratellini always hits the spot. Fratellini serves fresh toasted Italian-style crispy focaccia sandwiches […]
1 Day in Edinburgh
Edinburgh has been at the top of my places to visit in the UK list for a while now. When I heard my cousin would be studying abroad in Glasgow, I knew I needed to make the trip and spend 1 day in Edinburgh. Getting to Edinburgh from Glasgow I joined a bunch of my […]
Where to eat in Madonna di Campiglio
I spent a long weekend spring skiing and doing a bit of rock climbing in Madonna di Campiglio in late March. Based on some recommendations from friends native to the area, here’s where to eat in Madonna di Campiglio. Summary of where to eat in Madonna di Campiglio Ristorante Le Roi Ristorante Le Roi is […]
Cape Town Social Club Amsterdam
Cape Town Social Club is a fine-dining South African restaurant in between Amsterdam’s Jordaan (pronounced your-don) and het Centrum (the center). The narrow entrance opens up to a small yet inviting deep blue dining room, with an open kitchen and quaint bar. The blue is complemented with gold lamps, wooden details and plush cushions, giving […]
Fish & Chips at The University Cafe Glasgow
The fish & chips at The University Cafe came highly recommended by the late Anthony Bourdain. So of course, while in Glasgow, we had to stop in. The aptly named University Cafe, is located just a street away from the University of Glasgow. The University is indeed one of the most picturesque campuses I’ve seen […]
The best Sunday Roast in Glasgow | Chateau-X
I first visited Glasgow in 2016. At that time, I left feeling underwhelmed by Scottish cuisine. I never thought I’d be back in Glasgow, but when my cousin said she was studying abroad, I knew I’d have to join the party. One of the highlights of our cousin weekend was the Sunday Roast at Chateau-X. […]
48 Hours in Oslo
This version of 48 hours in Oslo skips over all the tourist attractions and museums. Instead, this is 48 hours in Oslo, the city itself. You’ll find a mix of everything – cafes, saunas, parks and of course – salmon in Oslo. Oslo is the perfect size city to explore in 48 hours. You can arrive on […]
The best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam
Over the last 8 years, I’ve accrued quite the curation of places to eat and drink in Amsterdam. My Google Maps is something of a joke amongst my friends – so many lists, hearts and want to go’s. I often get asked by friends and families for a list of the best places to eat and […]
What it’s really like to visit Edinburgh Chihuahua Cafe
This is certainly something I never thought I’d do, but I did it. I went to Edinburgh Chihuahua Cafe and yes, I had a pretty good time. This may very well be one of the strangest travel experiences I’ve had, and I’ve been to some weird places. Like this cave full of penises in Thailand. […]
REM-Eiland Restaurant Amsterdam – A review
Looking for a funky, playful fine dining restaurant in an up and coming part of Amsterdam? You’ll find all those buzz words in one place at REM-Eiland Restaurant in Amsterdam’s Houthaven. A review of REM-Eiland Restaurant Amsterdam REM-Eiland building The building itself is an old (illegal) broadcasting station, with red and white cubes hoisted […]