Portugal: Braga and Guimarães

Braga Braga Braga, positioned in the centre of the Minho province, is an old and solemn town known for its baroque architecture and 18th centuries buildings. This north-western city is encompassed by rolling mountains and…

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London: Luxe dessert tour

  The last thing that comes to mind when it’s raining in London is to go on a guided tour, but a foodie tour it’s actually a good way to pass the time, as you…

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London: 108 Brasserie ‘dish of the month’

I was invited to sample the new  ‘dish of the month’ at 108 Brasserie; honey-glazed veal cutlet caramelised shallots, Pommery mustard béarnaise. I really like the place!  I’ve been a few times in the past,…

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France: Auvergne, Vichy

Vichy is located in the historic region of Bourbonnais, specifically in the Allier department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Visitors have come to Vichy town to enjoy the benefits of its reputed thermal waters since the end of…

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France, Auvergne : Clermont-Ferrand, Puy de Dômes and Charroux Village

Clermont-Ferrand Clermont-Ferrand Clermont-Ferrand is the stunning capital of the Auvergne region, which is located in the centre of France. This university city was initially comprised of two separate towns called Clairmont and Montferrand before being…

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