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Grilled Halloumi Couscous Salad with Slow Roasted Tomatoes (A Perfect Summer Recipe)
This grilled halloumi couscous salad is the ultimate summer make ahead dish. Pearled couscous is tossed with corn, toasted pine nuts, fresh chives and dill, and a bright lemon honey vinaigrette, then topped with golden grilled halloumi and slow roasted tomatoes. Best served cold straight from the fridge, it is hearty enough to be a…
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Bruges vs Ghent: Which Belgian City Should You Visit?
Trying to decide between Bruges vs Ghent for your Belgium trip? This first-person guide breaks down the canals, architecture, food, crowds, and vibe of both cities so you can choose the right one for your travel style, or make a case for visiting both.
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Whipped Goat Cheese Crostini with Fresh Cherries and Coconut Flakes: The Summer Appetizer Recipe You’ll Make All Season
Whipped Goat Cheese Crostini with Fresh Cherries and Coconut Flakes is the ultimate summer appetizer recipe for anyone who wants something impressive on the table without spending hours in the kitchen. This easy crostini recipe combines a silky whipped goat cheese and ricotta base with golden olive-oil-toasted bread, fresh farmers market cherries, toasted coconut flakes,…
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Fig and Whipped Goat Cheese Crostini with Honey and Pistachios
Fresh figs from the farmers market were the spark behind these fig and goat cheese crostini, and they did not disappoint.Fresh figs from the farmers market were the spark behind these fig and goat cheese crostini, and they did not disappoint. A creamy whipped blend of ricotta and goat cheese gets piped onto golden toasted…
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Miso Corn and Lemon Pasta with Coconut Cream (Ready in 30 Minutes)
This Miso Corn and Lemon Pasta started with a dinner party dish I could never quite forget and years of happy experimenting in my own kitchen. White miso, coconut cream, and lemon come together in a creamy, herb-packed sauce that is ready in 30 minutes and just as good served cold the next day.
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The Perfect One Day in Amsterdam Itinerary
Think you can’t fall in love with a city in just one day? This one day in Amsterdam itinerary proves otherwise. From an early morning walk along the UNESCO-listed canal belt to a wine and cheese canal boat tour with Flagship, a fresh stroopwafel stop at Strooperie, and sunset cocktails at CIMA rooftop bar, Amsterdam…
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One Perfect Day in Ghent: Belgium’s Best-Kept Secret
Ghent is one of Belgium’s most beautiful and underrated cities, and it deserves a spot on every European travel itinerary. In this guide, I share everything you need to know to make the most of one day in Ghent, from the jaw-dropping skyline view from St Michael’s Bridge and a walk along the historic canals,…
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One Day in Bruges : The Complete Guide to Belgium’s Most Beautiful City
One day in Bruges is all it takes to fall completely in love with Belgium’s most beautiful medieval city. From an easy one-hour train ride from Brussels to canal boat tours, climbing the iconic Belfry, and exploring the free-to-enter Basilica of the Holy Blood and the Church of Our Lady, Bruges packs an extraordinary amount…
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Tips for Visiting Hvar, Croatia: Best things to Do, See, and Eat
Hvar, Croatia is one of the Adriatic’s most celebrated islands, and for good reason. In this complete travel guide to Hvar, Croatia, I cover everything you need to plan the perfect trip: how to arrive by ferry from Split or the island of Brac, where to base yourself in Hvar Town, and how to spend…
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Brac Croatia: The Island That Surprised Me More Than Any Other in Dalmatia
Brac Croatia is one of the Dalmatian coast’s best-kept secrets, offering crystal-clear beaches, rich history, and an authenticity that busier destinations like Hvar and Dubrovnik have lost. Easily reached by ferry from Split, the island rewards those who venture beyond the main town of Bol to explore quieter north coast villages like Postira, take a…