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Inside Barcelona's Italian Culinary Renaissance with Doppietta and BENZiNA
Inside Barcelona's Italian Culinary Renaissance with Doppietta and BENZiNA

In Barcelona, a city celebrated not only for its Gaudí masterpieces but also for its dynamic food scene, there's a growing trend that's impossible to ignore: the rise of Italian cuisine. From quaint trattorias tucked away in narrow streets to bustling pizzerias in lively plazas, the Catalan capital embraces Italy with open arms. Amidst this culinary renaissance, Italian restaurants, delis, and cafes are flourishing, adding a new layer of diversity to Barcelona's already vibrant gastronomic scene.

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InterviewsCharleen Parkesfood, barcelona, italian, restaurant, spain, europe
Interview with Executive Head Chef, Damian Tumilty at Seahorse Bar & Restaurant
Interview with Executive Head Chef, Damian Tumilty at Seahorse Bar & Restaurant

Enter the realm of culinary excellence as we unravel the remarkable story of Damian Tumilty, the culinary virtuoso behind the coveted title of Executive Head Chef at the esteemed Grand Central Hotel Belfast. A connoisseur of classic flavours with a contemporary twist, Tumilty's culinary prowess has breathed new life into the culinary landscape of Northern Ireland.

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InterviewsCharleen Parkeshotel, food, belfast, ireland, europe, united kingdom
Interview with the Trio Behind Flattered Apartments
Interview with the Trio Behind Flattered Apartments

We are constantly inspired by those that decide to do something out-of-the-box and take the first big step outside of their comfort zone. This brings us to our interviewees Miguel Mateus and Catarina Silva, two founders behind the contemporary design apartments, Flattered Apartments. The couple trained as vets and ended up embarking on a remarkable journey working with locals and showcasing Portuguese hospitality to visitors.

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InterviewsCharleen Parkeshotel, algarve, portugal, europe
A Taste of the Caribbean Thanks to Joosy Gastro
A Taste of the Caribbean Thanks to Joosy Gastro

If there is anything we thoroughly appreciate, it’s good food. We love dining out and salivating over delicious food in restaurant settings but we also enjoy eating in the comfort of our own home. This brings us to Joosy Gastro, a food delivery service in Barcelona that delivers succulent Caribbean food to your doorstep. We’ve ordered several times and each time, we regret not ordering more for the week.

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InterviewsCharleen Parkesbarcelona, caribbean, food, europe
Q&A with Paolo Griffa - Head Chef at Petit Royal, CourMayeur Mont Blanc
Q&A with Paolo Griffa - Head Chef at Petit Royal, CourMayeur Mont Blanc

Courmayeur Mont Blanc is located on the Italian side of Mont Blanc and is known for being traditional, elegant and full of charm. The luscious green scenery makes it somewhat picture-perfect and an idyllic spot for all to enjoy. Visitors can explore the centre of the village, which is a short drive away and hosts superb dining options, first-class shopping spots, bars and more.

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InterviewsCharleen Parkesnature, resort
Interview with Sean Moriarty, CEO of Quinta do Lago
Interview with Sean Moriarty, CEO of Quinta do Lago

The Algarve is best known for its access to an array of picturesque beaches, postcard friendly natural vistas and delicious cuisine. The coastline offers an eclectic range of hotels, varying from quaint bed and breakfasts, design hotels to secluded resorts. Quinta do Lago is an established resort that has been delivering impeccable hospitality for more than 50 years and continues to adapt and elevate all that they offer.

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InterviewsCharleen Parkesnature, resort, algarve, portugal
Interview with John Kyritsis from A77 Suites by Andronis
Interview with John Kyritsis from A77 Suites by Andronis

Greece is opening its borders on the back of the pandemic, encouraging visitors to explore all that it has to offer. Before the nation was in quarantine, we interviewed John Kyritsis, the Owner of the pristine boutique A77 Suites by Andronis in Athens. John has quite a background, having worked for prestigious hotels such as Imperial Hilton in Rhodes and Great Britain in Athens, before becoming CEO at the Andronis Exclusive luxury hotel chain.

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InterviewsCharleen Parkeshotel, athens, greece, europe
Interview with Carolina from The Treasures
Interview with Carolina from The Treasures

We happen to know Carolina Carrasco, Founder of The Treasures, via DestinationBCN, as the boutique apartment rental company collaborates with locals to enhance the stay of their guests. It's fair to say that Carolina has evolved somewhat from initially doing corporate events for clients in the southern part of Spain before launching one of the first bespoke walking tours in Barcelona and refocusing on creating special moments for visitors seeking a more bespoke travel experience.

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InterviewsCharleen Parkesbarcelona, catalunya, event planner
Españolita Trips - The Mediterranean Retreat
Españolita Trips - The Mediterranean Retreat

Personal experience is something that remains a consistent talking point when referring to travel. Airbnb launched its 'Experiences' offering last year and it has been a huge success with more and more travellers wanting to connect to the place they are visiting. When we discovered Españolita Trips we were immediately drawn to Founder Carmen Ruiz's strong focus on wanting to share her Mallorca with others.

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InterviewsCharleen Parkesbalerics, culture, spain, island, europe
Dar Namir - Interview with Tara Stevens
Dar Namir - Interview with Tara Stevens

Tara Stevens is a food, travel and lifestyle writer based between Barcelona, Spain and Fès, Morocco. She contributes to a wide variety of travel publications ranging from the Telegraph and Conde Nast Traveler to FOOL magazine (a specialist food publication). She’s also contributed to several food publications by Phaidon Books.

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InterviewsJeremy J.fez, morocco, africa