Author Archive for Michael Downey

9 other great restaurants in Copenhagen

9 other great restaurants in Copenhagen

By on Apr 13, 2016 in Denmark, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Whilst reading an entertaining piece on this very blog regarding the ‘Top foodie cities in Europe’, I was delighted by the appearance of an Italian city (Bologna), amongst the likes of London and San Sebastian but struck by the absence of what I consider to be one of the best foodie cities in the world: Copenhagen.
Strasbourg Christmas Market

15 festive alternatives to German Christmas markets

By on Nov 25, 2015 in Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Events, France, Hungary, Italy, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Poland, Slovakia, Sweden, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Think Christmas markets and you think of Germany; from Munich to Nuremburg, from beer in Cologne to bratwursts in Leipzig, they seem to have it cornered, with many Christmas traditions having originated from our German cousins. If however, you’re looking for something a bit different but still pine for the magic of a pretty town
7 of the finest chocolate experiences in Turin

7 of the finest chocolate experiences in Turin

By on Nov 12, 2015 in Europe, Food and Drink, Italy, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Known for its native Lavazza coffee and Barolo wines, located in the Piedmont region of northwest, in the shadow of the Alps, sits Turin. Often overlooked in favour of nearby Milan, the less crowded Turin has long been renowned by discerning chocolate lovers for its delectable cocoa creations. First granted licence to produce chocolate in