Take a steak, ham, chorizo, cheese and bacon sandwich, pour a generous amount of molten mozzarella over it and slap a sunny-side-up on it. Yup, that’s what the francesinha is about. Add some fries or fried potato slices on the side and it becomes the ultimate comfort food. Simple, yes. But also very yummy!
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The Euro Diaries: Savoury Cakes in Porto
One thing you notice on menus in Portugal is that codfish is mandatory in their seafood section. Another thing you notice if you go to a café is that they will also almost inevitably have codfish cakes (bolinhos de bacalhau) in their display. When served fresh and hot, these actually make for pretty tasty finger…
The Euro Diaries: Nata in Porto
You cannot leave Portugal without having a nata. Or two. Or more. BUT you must have them from some place that prepares them with care. A nata is essentially a hard pastry shell filled with an egg-custard concoction – a custard tart. Some like to sprinkle a bit of cinnamon powder on it – I’m…
The Euro Diaries: Carne de Porco à Alentejana in Fátima
Food in Fátima is nothing much to write about. They seem to casually presume that pilgrims are there for the faith and not for the food (well, a presumption that is not entirely incorrect). Amidst a whole lot of bland pork, codfish and octopus dishes, we came across this very traditionally Portuguese Carne de Porco…
The Euro Diaries: Apple Pie in Bratislava
Now, we were told that this is “untradionally traditional” (or was it “traditionally untraditional”?) – what I translated into ‘their take on the good old apple pie’. Apple pie must have been a traditionally popular dessert over the years, understandably. But frankly, I don’t care how traditional or not this was. It was absolutely delicious….
The Euro Diaries: Chimney Cakes (Kürtőskalács) in Budapest
Here’s a sweet speciality one must not miss when in Hungary. In fact, I believe it’s a popular street snack in its neighbouring countries as well. I am attaching herewith the board that was put up on the stall so that I don’t have to explain the history and preparation of it. Basically, it’s a…
The Euro Diaries: Potato Pancakes (Latke) in Budapest
Calories galore is what one would think when they see one of Hungary’s most popular street food! However, I’d say give it a go. Yes, it is quite rich with the thick fried potato base piled with loads of grated cheese and a topping of your choice, but you know what they say, ‘When in…
The Dubai Diaries: Seafood Market @ Le Méridien Dubai
Located at: Airport Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Visited on: 21 Apr, 2019 Seafood Market started us off with an entrée of vegetable spring rolls and sesame prawn toast, both of which were quite good. Crisp, crunchy and warmly welcoming. We ordered two kinds of soup. The first was Crabmeat and Sweet Corn (AED 50)….
The Dubai Diaries: Motomachi @ Dubai Festival City
Located at: Crescent Street, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Visited on: 20 Apr, 2019 Here’s a good, casual spot for a decent Japanese meal. It’s near the Waterfront of Dubai Festival City (DFC) and has outdoor seating if you prefer some alfresco dining (not during the summer, of course!). It was our second visit, and it…
Afternoon High Tea at Sapphyr Lounge @ Shangri-La Colombo
Located at: 1 Galle Face, Colombo 02, Sri Lanka Visited on: 16 Mar, 2019 Price : LKR 3,900 (serves 02) Availability : Daily, 15:00 – 17:00 I was keen on, yet slightly apprehensive about, trying out Shangri-La’s high tea as Table One and Shang Palace hadn’t quite impressed so far. I’m glad to say that their…
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