I Ghibellini Cafè was the best breakfast I had during my trip to Florence. Plus, an adventure to the top of Florence’s Duomo and Bell Tower. Read the breakfast review, the local area, and see the view from the top of the city.
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The Uffizi Gallery and Tuscan Pizza
Gallery lines, famous artwork, my first Tuscan pizza, and delicious dessert. Read my adventures of Day 3 in Florence in Part 2.
Osteria Pastella and the Central Market
Osteria Pastella and exploring Florence’s Central Market was one of my favorite parts of my trip. In Day 3 | Part 1 I share my thoughts from the market and take you through the beautiful meal I had in Osteria Pastella.
Ristorante il Paiolo
Day 2 | Part 3 of my adventures in Florence brings me to a popular part of the city. An amazing dinner reminds me of some family favorite recipes, while a lucky dessert shop finishes out the day with a view!
Panini & Vini
On my second full day in Florence I spent the afternoon hiking up to the Piazzale Michelangelo in San Niccolò. I explored a historic church and captured some amazing photos of the city. But the best part? An amazing off-the-path panini shop I found by chance. Check out my lunch review of Panini & Vini.
La Milkeria and the Bridge of Gold
My first full day in Florence is broken up into 3 parts: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. For the breakfast segment, you can read about my trip to La Milkeria — and my adventures across the Bridge of Gold. Coming soon in Part 2 is my adventures on the other side of Florence, and where I went for lunch!
Chianti and Cheese | Le Cappelle Medicee
Part 2 of my first day in Florence, Italy! I had my first meal in Florence at Le Cappelle Medicee, in the Piazza di San Lorenzo. Check out my thoughts about my appetizer, entree, and surprise treats, and my recommendations around Le Cappelle.
Zurich's Pumpkin Pizza
Amsterdam Day 2 | Part 2 — See how I ended up at a small restaurant in Hoofdweg’s neighborhood for dinner. This is my first sit-down restaurant review and it includes pumpkin pizza! Day 2 is my last night in Amsterdam before I fly to Italy.
Dutch Donuts and Van Gogh
The largest museum in Amsterdam, a rainy afternoon canal ride, and my first Dutch cappuccino are some of the highlights in Part 1 of my second day in Amsterdam. See how I ended up in Amsterdam’s restaurant district and my thoughts on Dutch donuts! Stay tuned for Part 2 of this post, where I dive into more of my restaurant reviews.
Cheese Churches and Poffertjes
Day 1 of my adventures in Europe — beginning with Amsterdam. Read about my first foodie experience in the Netherlands, including a popular Dutch dessert and street food for dinner. I also share some of my thoughts about Amsterdam’s landscape and my experience traveling around the major monuments!
A Weeknight Dinner in Downtown Denville | Thai Chef
A humid Tuesday evening inspired me to get a head-start on this week’s restaurant review. I adventured to downtown Denville to try a Thai restaurant called Thai Chef. Now I’m sharing what a weeknight in the dining room looks like, what the restaurant has to offer, and my three-course meal. Read more to find out!
Boniello’s: A Neighborly Italian Restaurant with DIY Charm
Sign your wine cork and see it immortalized on the wall. Try a delicious personal pizza or craft your own pasta dish. Boniello’s in Riverdale, New Jersey is a popular Italian restaurant that is both homey and charming.
From the Train to the Dining Room | De Novo European Pub
Step off the train from New York and into the old train station converted into a modern restaurant. De Novo European Pub in Montclair has an elegant and bright dining room, busy bar, and delicious food. Check out my review of my Wednesday night dinner!
Lakeside in Lake George | The Shoreline Restaurant
A pre-Labor Day weekend trip brought me back to Lake George. With gorgeous sunny weather, we were able to visit a popular seasonal restaurant right on the water called The Shoreline Restaurant.
Eating lakeside with a view of the water from the deck makes this a perfect Lake George restaurant for lunch or dinner!
A Vegan-Friendly Restaurant | Veggie Heaven Teaneck
A vegan-friendly restaurant which is kosher, non-GMO, uses organic ingredients, with great prices? I’m excited to share a food review about Veggie Heaven Teaneck. It’s a restaurant for classic Asian dishes, sushi, and ethnic foods like Thai and Indian. You have to check it out!
A Tea-riffic New Jersey Tea Room | High SocieTea
High SocieTea is a charming tea room in Wayne, New Jersey. My grandmother first took me to this tea room several years ago, and I’ve been going back ever since. On a stormy day, I decided to visit again, to see if my memories hold true to the wonderful experiences I’ve had in the past. I’m excited to share that High SocieTea is just as wonderful, and they have some new additions to the menu.
Circle Farms Sushi | A Spot You Never Knew About
What’s your go-to restaurant to order sushi? Would it be a market off of a major highway, sandwiched between two small towns?
In this week’s food review, I’m sharing one of my favorite spots to order sushi, in just that — a spot you never thought about, Circle Farms Sushi!
Thai Ping Restaurant | The Elegant Taste of Thailand
In New Jersey off of 287, in the small town of Boonton, you’ll find a beautifully decorated Thai restaurant on Main Street. This is where I tried an amazing duck dish and new Thai appetizers for an authentic Thai experience…
Belgium Brunch in New York City | Le Pain Quotidien
The beautiful Friday weather of Memorial Day weekend inspired me to jump on a train to New York City. My destination of the MoMA had me detour for brunch at Le Pain Quotidien, where I had a delicious, organic treat!
An Insta-worthy Asian Bistro | Double Ai
It took me years before I actually tried Double Ai. Now it’s my go-to sushi spot. It includes amazing appetizers, outdoor seating, and (as the title promises) Insta-worthy photos. You have to check it out!