A Russian classic and an iconic restaurant in Moscow. Do not miss a meal at this elegant restaurant that has been a reference to good food in town for years now. The atmosphere and décor resembles an aristocratc mansion and brings you a flare of nobility in its various ambiences, you can choose from the rich Library, the magnificent Fireplace, or the Pharmacy halls, the… Read more »
Archives: Eat & Drink
The name should read Oxygen Lounge, but you might as well try Oh-Two when asking for directions. It is located onf the top of Ritz-Carlton hotel, and carries glass ceilings, a swanky bar and has amazing views of the city and some of its landmarks. It is a trendy place, with fashionable ambiences and stylish setting, as are its habitués. They offer mouth-watering cocktails that… Read more »
This Italian venue is located at GUM by the Red Square and carries many positives: it is a perfect location to rest after visits in the Red Square, the terrace has views to Lenin Mausoleum and Kremlin’s red walls, the cappuccino is great and in summer you can try an original gelato. Inevitably you will be near Bosco Café at some point during your visits,… Read more »
The Vanil is a high-end restaurant that has been very succesful with trendy Muscovites; it has a sleek yet relaxed atmosphere. Conveniently located in Arbatskaya near the Pushkin Museum, it is a good lunch choice if you are around, when you will probably be surrounded by business people or relaxed lunch seekers. At night there is a pleasant and modern lounge music playing, you should… Read more »
Do you fancy pizza? Even though it might seem odd to look for a pizza place in Moscow the truth is that pizza is something that pleases our taste buds everywhere, even when we are travelling. So try Bocconcino, a restaurant that serves delicious disks in comfortable and graceful atmosphere. The house is so succesful that it recently decided to open its first restaurant in… Read more »
Book your table and go, simple as that. Leo Cocina has some of the best food we ever tasted in town. It is hidden away in a charming cobbled street, next door to Leo’s Bar, where you can awaken your taste buds before your meal. Eduardo Martinez and Leonor Spinoza are “the” chefs of the hour in Colombia, known for their ability to combine indigenous… Read more »
Conveniently located in Zona G the Criterion combines art, culture and cuisine in a trendy, contemporary and smart space. The very creative menu includes dishes carefully prepared by the Raush Brothers, where they use fresh local ingredients and reinterpret traditional recipes. From seafood to various meat cuts, everything delicious. For dessert we feasted our eyes and taste buds on the tres leches sponge cake and… Read more »
In the mood for some pasta? Cacio & Pepe is a great option to satisfy your cravings. This Italian restaurant is close to the Zona T and a short walk from the Aka Shopping. The polenta dorada with roasted mushrooms and the Pecorino cheese and chives were the perfect antipasti. We followed with an excellent tortellini with prosciutto, and prawns roasted on polenta with caramelized… Read more »
The newest and trendiest thing to do in Bogota nowadays is to taste artisanal beer. BBC is a good place in town for that, especially if you are with a group of friends or family. Brewed with natural ingredients and produced in a modern hi-tech plant outside of town, BBC will not disappoint. Glasses can be accompanied by typical beer garden type dishes such as… Read more »
This tiny and quite simple place has been in business since the 19th Century and is considered the oldest eating venue in town. No longer a well-kept secret, you are likely to see quite a few foreigners looking for traditional Colombian food. But, La Puerta Falsa is still the darling of locals who frequent it for some of the best tamales wrapped in banana leaf… Read more »
If you happen to visit Cerro Montserrat, the San Isidro is probably the best option for a delicious lunch with marvelous views. Set in a colonial mansion dating back to the 19th Century, the venue is considered the best French menu in town. It serves diverse seasonal menus that range from lobster to rabbit, escargot to grilled asparagus and different cuts of meat prepared in… Read more »
Carmen is a unique experience of sensations and flavors, a culinary mix that uses native ingredients, carefully selected from all corners of Colombia and prepared with a delicate Asian touch. Everything on the menu is great, but the spicy shrimp Tacos Caribe and the succulent No Me Llames Cazuela seafood soup are the highlights of the house. Do not miss the local fruit cocktails, Andino… Read more »
A charming family run small restaurant , La Cocina de Pepina, with only eight tables and a notable portrait of Gabriel García Márquez paying homage to his longstanding custom. María Josefina Yances Guerra, one of the great Colombian chefs, believed in keeping traditional cuisine alive and expressing the soul of its people in her food, a mission faithfully followed nowadays by her nephew. Caribbean soups,… Read more »
The unpretentious atmosphere does not hint at the outstanding quality of the food served in this charming cebicheria. An excellent choice to savor exquisite fresh cebiches, as well as the traditional arepas as starters. There are plenty of other dishes as well, including marvelous seafood combined with tropical fruits. We simply loved the spicy tamarind cebiche and the grilled king prawns with local butifarra sausage and quail… Read more »
The most famous and recognized restaurant in Cartagena repeatedly sparks lively debates about whether La Vitrola’s food really is the best in town. We liked it, but it cannot be denied there are other equally excellent options in Cartagena. Frequented by A-Listers in all fields, politicians and all sorts of celebrities, the ambiance is reminiscent of a 50s Havana, with delightful live Cuban music and… Read more »
This enchanting old style neighborhood bookstore is a perfect respite from the bustling streets. The charming brick walls, wooden shelves and large rectangular tables welcome visitors to browse, sit and sip what is considered the best coffee in the world: Colombian coffee. We suggest you try the delicious cheesecake or banana cake to accompany your coffee and sweeten your day! There is a wonderful selection… Read more »
This place is super relaxed and easygoing, nothing special in terms of decor, yet serves the best meat in town. It is actually an Argentine restaurant, the South American country reputed as having the best meats in the region. Rib eye, tendereloin and various other cuts perfectly cooked in the parrilla (grill) are on offer. We recommend our favorites, the vacio and the bife de chorizo,… Read more »
This small coffee house is our choice if you would like to sample the farandula, a typical Colombian soup, or just have an afternoon coffee. Mila also has some of the most famous pastries in Cartagena and we highly recommend the Porteña chocolate cake with truffles or the coconut vanilla and dulce de leche dessert, both mouthwatering and worth every calorie!
The accolades speak for themselves: rated 16th on the World’s 50 Best Restaurants for 2017, awarded two Michelin stars and considered one of the best restaurants in São Paulo. Brazilian chef Alex Atala adds a creative contemporary touch to typical Brazilian dishes, using innovative ingredients, many from the Amazon Rainforest, resulting in a true explosion of tastes. We’re partial to the meat with red wine… Read more »
Due Cuochi is amongst the best loved Italian restaurants for locals. The house, located in the Itaim neighborhood, is distinct for its green awning and glass façade. As you enter there is a bar next to the main room and a cozy ambiance throughout. The welcoming contemporary décor and service contribute to maintain Due Cuocchi’s reputation as one of the best restaurants of this genre… Read more »
