Currywurst Five out of five. That’s how many days we had currywurst during our stay in Berlin. One might think that we’d be tired of it by now but, truth be told, we were craving currywurst again a few days ago. It’s not something you tire of that easily. It’s essentially a pork sausage that…
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The Euro Diaries: Ristorante Antico Brolo in Padua
Located at: 22 Corso Milano, Padova, Italy Visited on: 29th April & 01st May, 2024 This isn’t a rated review, but an acknowledgement of a great find in Padova city. Tucked away under a neat white extended veranda by the road was a cozy and beautifully decorated little restaurant. The décor wasn’t just beautiful, it was…
The Euro Diaries: Kranjska Klobasa in Ljubljana
Kranjska Klobasa, or Carniolan sausage, is a Slovenian specialty that is believed to have originated in the former territory of Carniola which used to comprise parts of modern-day Slovenia. The sausage is largely pork meat (about 75-80%), around 20% bacon, and usually only has salt (local sea salt, ideally), pepper and garlic added for flavour….
The Emperor’s Den
Located at: Astoria Building, 418 R. A. de Mel Mawatha, Colombo 03, Sri Lanka Visited on: 22nd November, 2023 Astoria is a Chinese-owned entity in the heart of Colombo. So, it comes as no surprise that The Emperor’s Den serves authentic Chinese cuisine. From their soups, we selected the Butterfly Prawn Soup for three persons (LKR…
Blue Tan
Located at: Heritance Negombo, 175 Lewis Place, Negombo, Sri Lanka Visited on: 28th July, 2023 There’s a serenity about Heritance Negombo’s lobby that soothes you as you enter the space. Perhaps it’s the combination of the mellow wall colour, the imposing but zen interior décor pieces and the window walls that inadvertently teleport you beyond the…
Maniumpathy
Located at: 129 Kynsey Road, Colombo 03, Sri Lanka Visited on: 20th July, 2023 Situated in the heart of Colombo, Maniumpathy is a boutique hotel which, post-Covid, has opened its doors to non-resident guests for dining and events. Behind the fortress-like parapet walls lies a colonial-era house that has been tastefully refurbished to meet today’s luxury…
The Euro Diaries: Bavarian Crispy Pork Knuckle in Munich
Our transit in Munich was a short one, but – recommended by our wonderful Swiss friends – Der Pschorr made our visit to the town center worth the while with a scrumptious, authentically Bavarian lunch. The bustling rustic restaurant, whose staff buzz around in traditional Bavarian attire, serve up a menu that is truly representative…
The Euro Diaries: Canelé and Saucisse de Toulouse in Toulouse
The canelé (or cannelé) was a wonderful little discovery we made quite by chance while in Toulouse. The unassuming, striated cylindrical, mini-cupcake-like pastry didn’t seem like anything out of the ordinary until I bit into it. The dark, caramelised crust was a bit hard and chewy, while the core was softer and lighter. You could…
The Euro Diaries: The 10 Tastings of Athens
Here’s an ideal tour if you’re keen to discover some of the local flavours and produce of Greece, as well as get to know the most authentic places to find them. Our local guide Georgia first took us through the bustling dry and wet markets of Athens that offers an impressive range of beautifully fresh…
Yumi
Located at: Taj Samudra, 25 Galle Face Center Road, Colombo 08, Sri Lanka Visited on: 11th March, 2023 I have heard much positive feedback on Yumi, Taj Samudra’s Japanese restaurant, and tonight it was time to give it a shot myself. The décor isn’t exactly Japanese-inspired, but has been done tastefully to create a pleasant and…
The Eat Log 