European Gastronomy

Taste of Transylvania: Sibiu's Culinary Renaissance and Traditional Delights

Standing in Sibiu's Grand Square (Piața Mare) as autumn leaves dance around centuries-old buildings, I'm struck by how this Transylvanian gem balances its Saxon heritage with a forward-looking culinary identity. My urban planning background always draws me to cities that...

Mediterranean to Eastern European: Culinary Contrast Tour of Santorini and Krakow

I've always believed that understanding a culture begins at the dinner table. After years of corporate burnout and staring at screens, I've found that nothing resets my perspective quite like experiencing how different parts of the world approach something as...