The Seven Wonders of Portugal

The exotic and colorful Pena Palace (Palácio da Pena) located in Sintra

Portugal is a small country with a rich history that dates back over 1,000 years. Throughout its history, Portugal has been colonized by multiple civilizations, leaving a profound mark on the country. Scatted across the country are hundreds of important historical sights dating back to pre-historic times. Many of these sights have been declared national …

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The 5 Point Cafe: Breakfast at Seattle’s best dive bar

Salmon Benedict, The 5 Point Cafe, Seattle

The 5 Point Cafe, located in Seattle’s Belltown neighborhood, is a historic diner and dive bar known for its hearty dishes and stiff drinks. Open in 1929, the no-frills 24-hour cafe has survived prohibition, war, and politics. Today, the cafe is one of the oldest family-operated restaurants in Seattle and the oldest bar in Belltown. …

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Bacco Cafe: Breakfast near Pike Place Market in Seattle

Dungeness Crab Benedict, Bacco Cafe, Seattle

Whenever I travel to a new destination, I prioritize searching out the best local breakfast and brunch spots. There is something special about eating breakfast in a new city, especially at places I can’t find back home. The food connects me to the new town. So, the moment I landed in Seattle on my recent …

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Saginaw’s Delicatessen at the Circa in downtown Las Vegas

Close up of the sandwich, Saginaw’s Delicatessen, Las Vegas

Saginaw’s Delicatessen is a Jewish-style deli located inside the Circa Resort on Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas. Before businessman Derek Stevens opened the Circa in December 2020, he searched the country for the best culinary talent. He hoped to feature new and exciting restaurants in his resort, as part of the revitalization of downtown …

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Terry Black’s Barbecue: Central Texas BBQ in Austin

A beautiful plate of meat, Terry Black's Barbecue, Austin, Texas

This past April, I visited Austin, Texas, for the first time, and Terry Black’s Barbecue was at the very top of my must-try BBQ list. The family-owned restaurant on Barton Springs Rd. is a popular destination for those seeking authentic Central Texas barbecue. If you don’t know, Austin has many quintessential Central Texas BBQ restaurants. …

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Banger’s Sausage House & Beer Garden in Austin, Texas

Jalapeño Cheddar Brat

Banger’s Sausage House & Beer Garden is one of the best places in Austin for house-made sausages, comfort food, and local craft beers. The restaurant is popular for its traditional, exotic, and vegetarian sausage selection. They also offer one of the best selections of craft beers in Texas, with over 100 beers on draft. Banger’s …

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Phoebe’s Diner: Classic American diner in South Austin

The Brisket Benny, Phoebe’s Diner, Austin

Phoebe’s Diner, located in Austin, Texas, is a casual diner serving everything from scratch-made American classics to barbecue. In 2017, the owners of Winebelly, one of South Austin’s best wine bars, opened Phoebe’s Diner. The diner, located a few doors down from Winebelly, sits next to a gas station in a strip mall off W …

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