Readers will know by now; how much I adore markets of any kind. I was in my element here in Tangier, and perhaps found my personal limit as well. Let me explain. The Grand & Petit Socco of Tangier Morocco will awaken all of your senses, more than you might want. Grand Socco Ok, we …
This is my first time to Korea and one thing I did not expect, not in a thousand years, was the abundance of patisseries, boulangeries and bakeries brimming with delectable French pastries and Korean adaptations. Iโm not kidding when I tell you I am surrounded. The mouth-watering delicious bakeries of Busan are out of this …
Ok we all know by now how much I love love love exploring markets! Well I was out and about with no where to go, just wandering the streets early in the morning. I began to see a few people setting up wares on blankets on the sidewalk. This is a good sign you are …
I started writing about this covered market but the post way getting way to long, so I decided to split it into two. Here is the second part that will cover everything else available, other than fresh food written about in the previous post. The best Pinarbasi Pazar Part Two. Dried Goods There was a …
One thing I was really looking forward to about visiting Catania was eating out. Traditionally, as a budget traveller, I usually stay in Airbnbโs where I have access to a kitchen. I make my food using local ingredients and save so much money doing this. This time, I was staying in a hotel, so tasting …
You bet the first thing I did was figure out where a local market was. And lucky me! Within five minutes of my hotel, I found the best Street Market in Catania. Located near Via Pacini 41, this market is enormous! Fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, clothes, household goods, you name it, you will find it …
As per usual, I went for a long walk this morning. Just last evening, I had been researching when and where the markets are in Modica. Turns out they are on Thursdays, and switch locations between Alta and Bassa every other week. Wellโฆ.what did I find this morning? And not on a Thursday? You guessed …
I went to the little corner store on the day of my arrival in Nessebar and as expected, the prices were a little elevated. But I was able to gather a few things. Requiring a larger stock for the kitchen I searched for a bigger supermarket. There are a couple of Lidlโs but not close …
We all know that inflation has been a battle for almost everyone over the last year or so. It has hit particularly hard with the increased prices of food at the store. Each time I change destinations, I do a shop on the day of arrival, to stock the kitchen. Today I am recording 2 …
I like to visit a local mall when I travel and most definitely the grocery stores. The mall provides me with an opportunity to view the local fashions as well as prices. I can also pick up any essentials that I need while I am there. And of course, the grocery stores provide an endless …
I love my markets, I think we can all agree on that! ๐ Walking around old town I found the Green Market in Split. There is saw covered stalls with seasonal fruits & vegetables, honey and nuts. Off to one side was a section of second-hand items and flowers. Surrounding the food stalls, were small …
Visiting Italy is a foodieโs dream come true. The quality of ingredients is high, the pure simplicity of the dishes is magic. No matter what your heart desires, with a little research, you will be eating amazing food in Rome. Eating on a Budget My first visit to Rome was one of sampling the amazing …
Oh what a fun market in Rome! And it is open every day of the week but Sundayโs. Here you will find food, fruit and vegetables, condiments, pasta, flowers and souvenirs. The lively little market at Campo de Fiori is one of my all time favourite markets ever! Brief History I first discovered this beautiful …
I think all readers know by now that I am a market fiend. As soon as I arrived in Malta and got myself settled, you better believe I started googling local markets. ๐ Well I found one, within walking distance. What a beautiful market in Birgu I found early on a Tuesday morning. This is …
I wrote a post yesterday about the produce, fruits and veggies at the market. Their beauty and abundance consumed me. But there were so many other delightful things. So today, Iโll write about more goodies from Birgu market, the bread, seafood, antipasti & flowers. With Easter fast approaching, I have noticed some traditional baked goods …
Every weekend, from November to May there is a Saturday Market in the Romantic Zone of PV. I happen to be a market fiend. Once I have decided on a destination, and have secured my lodgings, my first search will be the best bakeries in the area and my second search will be the best …