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!
Category: The Euro Diaries
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 Euro Diaries: Papal Cream Cake in Krakow
A visit to the Wadowice area of Krakow warrants for a taste of what is affectionately known as Papal Cream Cake. Made famous by its association with Pope (now St.) John Paul II, who was born and spent his childhood here, the “cake” is actually a dense block of vanilla cream custard sandwiched between thicker…
The Euro Diaries: Delicious Kazimierz Food Tour in Krakow
Foodie in Krakow? Take this tour. You’re bound to try a whole lot of stuff that you may not come across (or shy away from even if you do) on this tour. It’s a walking tour with six stops during which you get to taste about fifteen different authentic Polish dishes, plus two Polish vodkas…
The Euro Diaries: Holland Fries in Amsterdam
When in Amsterdam, Holland fries are a MUST have. Yes, apparently they are the pioneers of what we commonly refer to as ‘French fries’. Voted No. 1 on TripAdvisor, Manneken Pis is a hugely popular place to get some. With long queues, three portion sizes and loads of toppings to choose from, this is a…
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