by Craig Bresett | Dec 21, 2018 | Christmas, Europe, Europe Tour, European, Uncategorized
The famous Christmas carol, penned in 1865 by English writer William Chatterton Dix on his “death bed” (he later recovered), asks the question “What child is this, who laid to rest, on Mary’s lap is sleeping?” and answers “This is...
by Craig Bresett | Aug 28, 2018 | Eat and Drink Like a Northern Italian, Europe Tour, Italian Food, Italy, Uncategorized, Wine Tour
I love to bring back special mementos from my travels. Not the plastic mass-produced kind! One of the most interesting memories you can bring back from a trip abroad is a new skill. When visiting Italy, try a cooking class with a local chef. We recently cooked with a...
by Craig Bresett | Aug 26, 2018 | eat like a local, Europe Tour, Italian, Italian Food, Italy, Uncategorized
There’s the “Tiramisu” you get at the Olive Garden… and then there’s actual Tiramisu in Italy. Properly served, with fresh espresso that you add just before eating! Enjoy this on our Eat and Drink Like a Northern Italian Tour!
by Craig Bresett | Aug 25, 2018 | 't Brugs Beertje, Beer, Café Rose Red, Europe, Europe Tour, travel
One of my favourite activities in Bruges is biking – like the locals do! You can get around the town in no time, seeing all the sites with minimal effort in this flat medieval city. And of course, you’re all good to enjoy some Belgian beer during your...
by Craig Bresett | May 27, 2018 | Beer, eat like a local, Europe, Europe Tour, food, Italy, travel
Planning a trip to Europe can be hard work. Planning a GREAT trip to Europe is a daunting task. However, with the proper research and reservations, you can definitely get the best out of your European vacation, and ensure that what you eat and drink will be as...
by Craig Bresett | Nov 21, 2016 | Eat and Drink Like a Northern Italian, eat like a local, Europe, Europe Tour, food, Italian, Italy, Milan, Milano, Uncategorized
The typical Milanese cuisine might not be as famous as the Roman or Tuscan, but it’s definitely worth trying: in fact, it includes some of the most delicious food in Italy! Just like that of the whole region of Lombardy, the Milanese cuisine is made of ancient recipes...
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