We didn’t have high expectations for the bars in Lecce, Italy. It is a small, historic town that markets its architecture more than its nightlife. Being in the middle of a lesser-known wine region, we’d certainly see wine bars, but we were unsure what we would find in the way of craft beer and cocktails.… Read the rest
Tapas were invented for people – like me! – who like to casually graze over sample-sized dishes rather than sit down to a large main meal. Although there is a dispute about the origin of the mini meals, the Spanish have perfected the art of tapas.… Read the rest
Wine in Croatia, like so much of Europe, is part of daily life. Croatia’s lengthy coastline along the Adriatic Sea provides favorable conditions for cultivating vines, which line the coastal hillsides. The Istrian peninsula is known for its spectacular wine-making and – as such – wine tasting in Rovinj is an absolute must-do.… Read the rest
As if there isn’t enough to love about Wellington, New Zealand – like the scenic landscapes and cool city vibes – we’ve got another reason: Wellington Craft Beer Bars. In fact, the city is known as the Craft Beer Capital of New Zealand – and for good reason.… Read the rest
Skip the bubbly and put down the wine! There’s a new buzz in town…and it’s all about Paris craft beer. Not historically known for beer production, Paris microbreweries have recently started popping up in the city. During our month-long stay in Paris, we got a good taste of the small-batch French beers that are brewed in the capital city – and loved them!… Read the rest
Not only is Bariloche, Argentina saturated in exquisite natural beauty, it also boasts a hefty number of local breweries. Most of the Bariloche craft beer, called cerveza artesanal, is produced on a small scale using fresh, natural and local ingredients – most importantly the crystal-clear mountain water.… Read the rest
Craft beer is taking over the world – and Croatia is on board with the evolving trend. Since our first trip to the country in 2011 – when local Croatian beer meant mass-produced lagers, like Karlovacko and Ozujsko – we have witnessed a budding craft beer scene materialize into something truly spectacular.… Read the rest
After indulging in the craft beer scene in other Eastern European cities (like Riga, Budapest and Prague), we were certainly looking forward to sampling the craft beer in Lviv, Ukraine. The city boasts a high concentration of bars in the city center – and we were happy to find that several of the Lviv bars are dedicated to locally produced craft beer.… Read the rest
There is no better way to end a long day of sightseeing in Tokyo, Japan than with cold sake, a Japanese cocktail or craft beer. As luck would have it, there are a multitude of Tokyo bars where tired tourists can sip, swirl and chug.… Read the rest
Well-known for iconic landmarks and a laid-back culture, something new is brewing in Sydney, Australia…quite literally. Multiple craft breweries have taken up residence in warehouses of the Inner West suburbs – which are just a short train or bus ride from the city center.… Read the rest