On a quest for Wiener Schnitzel at Prater Gaststätte in Berlin

Wiener Schnitzel with potato salad and cucumber salad on the side from Prater Garten, Berlin

When I arrived in Berlin, I knew I wanted Wiener Schnitzel. My journey led me to Prater Gaststätte, located near Alexanderplatz. For those unfamiliar, Wiener Schnitzel is an Austrian dish made with a thin veal cutlet, then breaded and pan-fried. Even though Wiener Schnitzel is an Austrian dish, the Germans know how to do it …

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Breakfast at Factory Girl!, my first meal in Berlin, Germany

Cold Cuts: scrambled eggs with sucuk (spicy sausage) and a side of bread

For a Sunday morning, I was surprised how quiet the Mitte area of Berlin was. Streets were empty and everything seemed closed until I found Factory Girl!. As I found out later, Berlin was a quiet city during the morning. Everyone seemed to sleep during the day and venture out at night for food and …

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Day 4, Part 2: The Hairy Pig Deli and Old Town Stockholm walk

Slottsbacken

After an early morning and a long day traveling from Copenhagen to Stockholm by train, it was finally time to start exploring the Old Town of Stockholm, also known as Gamla stan. Gamla stan, popular with tourists, is a charming and photogenic island filled with medieval alleyways, cobbled streets, antique shops, old churches, and statues. …

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Day 1: My journey from Los Angeles to Copenhagen

My journey from Los Angeles, California to Copenhagen, Denmark

Day 1: Los Angeles International Airport. I was ready to start a new adventure in Copenhagen, Denmark, and Stockholm, Sweden. This multi-day post will recap my journey along the way, including flights, hotels, transportation, food, and more. I will document it all, from the highs to the lows. The story begins at LAX. Los Angeles …

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The Breakfast Klub: Chicken and Waffles in Houston, Texas

The Breakfast Klub's famous chicken and waffles

The Breakfast Klub, located in Midtown Houston, has gained a loyal following of those looking to sample some delicious homemade southern dishes such as chicken and waffles, wings and grits, and catfish along with other tasty items including green eggs and ham and eggs benedict. It was my last day in Houston. What better way …

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How to Get From Copenhagen Airport to City Center (2026 Guide)

Catching the train from Copenhagen Airport to central station

If you are wondering how to best get from Copenhagen (CPH) Airport to the city center, you are in luck. Transportation options such as the train, metro, bus, and ride-shares make it easy for you to reach your destination. Since the airport is only about 8 kilometers (5.0 miles) south of the city center, you …

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