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FOODIE FRIDAY: REMEZZO RESTAURANT IN MYKONOS

Website: Remezzo Restaurant

Address: Polikandrioti Str., Mykonos, Greece

Reservations required? Yes

Phone: +30.2289025700

Would I recommend? Yes

This was our last stop in Mykonos and definitely my favorite of all the places that we ate while visiting.

Remezzo was located downtown near the old pier with a prime location looking out over the marina. We went for dinner during sunset and we were not disappointed in the view!

Funny story - I had actually prepaid for this dinner in May and forgot about it! (Free dinner!! Girl Math lmao!)

WHAT WE ORDERED:

For my drink, I had the St. German Spritz and Jarad had the Spicy Cucumber.

We started with the Roasted scallops with almond crumble, topinambur cream and summer truffle. So fresh and delicious!

For my main course, I had the Braised chicken breast with herbs, baby potatoes and tomato confit and Jarad had the Roasted lamb with wild oregano, thyme and baby potatoes wrapped in baking paper. Jarad’s was my favorite out of the two. Don’t sleep on the lamb!

Dessert was a delicious “Open-faced” baklava with cinnamon ice cream 😋. It was probably my favorite of all the baklavas that we tasted while in Greece.

Overall, we really enjoyed our dinner at Remezzo! I highly recommend checking it out if your Greece adventure takes you to Mykonos!

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FOODIE FRIDAY: FINO RESTAURANT IN OIA

Website: Fino Restaurant

Address: Oia 847 01, Greece

Reservations required? No, but highly recommended

Phone: +30 2286 072037

Would I recommend? Yes

When we arrived into Santorini, we were a little overwhelmed with the restaurant options. Having had some of the most delicious food of my life, I knew I didn’t want to leave it up to chance and end up in a tourist trap regretting everything. Canaves Oia Epitome did an excellent job helping us to figure out where and what to eat. They assisted with getting us last minute reservations when required as well! Huge shout out to them for sending us to this amazing restaurant!

Fino Restaurant is located in Oia right in the tourist streets. It is known for its delicious Mediterranean cuisine and intriguing signature cocktails. We ordered the Mexican Zombie signature cocktail on a suggestion from the shuttle driver at the hotel. When we told the server who recommended it, he said “Oh! I know him!”. Too funny that Santorini also has those “small town vibes”.

WHAT WE ORDERED:

For my drink, I had the Mexican Zombie 🧟‍♀️.

We started with fresh bread and seared tuna 🍣. We also had the ricotta gnocchi in goat and truffle pekorino cheese 🧀 topped with sun dried figs. Omg so good. Gnocchi is always a fav!

For my main course, I had the grilled chicken with avocado 🥑 salad and Kayla had the Iberian pork ragout with rigatoni and a sweet and sour sauce.

Dessert was a delicious baklava 😋. Notice the detail on the ice cream!

FOODIE FRIDAY: LURE RESTAURANT IN OIA

Website: Lure Restaurant

Address: Oia 847 02, Greece

Reservations required? Yes

Phone: +30 2286 071114

Would I recommend? Yes

Lure by Chef Olivier Campanha is located in Oia, Santorini on the cliffside overlooking the caldera. The views and the food were simply spectacular! I am so grateful to have gotten to experience this restaurant first hand. If you are looking for a fine-dining experience while in Santorini, then Lure is an amazing option!

Grab yourself a seat here to witness the most amazing sunset!

WHAT I ORDERED:

We started with a pallet cleanser and some fresh sourdough bread. Omg, it was so good! The bread was accompanied by two types of sea salt, some fresh olive oil, and butter.

For our main dish, I ordered the free range chicken breast topped with thyme jus and Naxos gruyere. It came with a side of asparagus and roasted cherry tomatoes. My cousin, Kayla, ordered the Black Angus beef filet with pepper crust, potatoes Anna, fresh slim amaranth, and onion chlorophyll. Both dishes were yummy!

For dessert, a bitter chocolate sphere with milk chocolate mousse and salted caramel sauce topped with a flower honeycomb.

FOODIE FRIDAY: ARMENI RESTAURANT IN OIA

Website: Armeni Restaurant

Address: Armeni Bay, Oía 847 02, Greece

Reservations required? Yes

Phone: +30 2286 071053

Would I recommend? 1000%

To get to this off-the-beaten path restaurant, take the long hike down the cliffside in Oia or take the ferryboat from Ammoundi Bay. When we went, it was super windy outside so the ferry was not running. While the hike down was not too bad, the hike back up almost did me in! The views are phenomenal though so you have plenty of opportunities to stop and enjoy them on your way back to Oia.

This was such an amazing experience to eat here and watch the waves crash against the dock. It was so peaceful and the food was delicious. Definitely add this one to your “must eats” when in Santorini! You will not be disappointed!

WHAT I ORDERED:

We ordered the spicy feta dip to start. While in Greece, we ordered the spicy feta dip several times at multiple restaurants and it was always fantastic!

I had heard that the octopus in Santorini was divine and that I should give it another shot. The first time that I tried octopus, I found it to be very tough and chewy. This on the other hand was very fresh and delicious!

For my main dish, I had the chicken souvlaki. It was grilled to perfection!

We hadn’t planned on ordering dessert, but they brought out a complementary chocolate ice cream cake that was wonderful!

ONE OF THE MOST INTERESTING BARS IN PRAGUE

Written by Lauren Bailey

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When I was in Prague back in March, we went to one of the most interesting bars that I have ever been. While Prague has some very intriguing bars all around, I found that the Shrink’s Office was thought-provoking to say the least.

The Shrink’s Office has more of a speakeasy feel than a bar scene. When you enter from the street, you walk into a small bar area and then you walk straight back to the wall where there is a cage and a demon image on the wall. A little disturbing, but it was fine. We rang the doorbell and the wall opens. You are then led down a narrow staircase to a bar/lounge area that is almost pitch black.

Interestingly, the menus are Rorschach tests (Ink Blot Tests). They have no information on them and you order your drink based on the photo that you are most drawn to. (Don’t worry, if you are having trouble the server will definitely help!)

Of course, I would pick the most brightly colored one where the center resembles a pineapple. Ha! Once the drinks came out, they were all so different from what you would expect! Mine was the martini looking one, Wendi’s was the banana pudding looking one, Lauren’s was the spaceship, and Neena’s was the most normal of all of them resembling an Old Fashion.

If you’re heading to Prague anytime soon, then I highly recommend checking this place out!

AnonymouS Shrink's Office

Cocktail Therapy

Phone: +420 608 911 884 Booking

Location: Jungmannova 11, Prague 1

Website: AnonymouS Shrink’s Office

CITY LIFE, ITINERARY, TRAVELLauren BaileyNovember 18, 2019AnonymouS Shrink's OfficePRAGUE, PRAGUE FOOD, PRAGUE FOODIE, PRAGUE CITY GUIDE, BEST PLACES TO EAT IN PRAGUE, WHERE TO EAT IN PRAGUEComment

MUST EATS IN GRANADA, SPAIN: MIRADOR DE MORAYMA

MUST EATS IN GRANADA, SPAIN: MIRADOR DE MORAYMA

If you have been following along on my Instagram and blog, then you know that I just recently returned from an amazing trip to the Andalusia coast of Spain + Mallorca.

While in Granada, we ventured to the ancient Moorish quarter, the Albayzín, where we had an incredible dinner at Mirador de Morayma. If you go, then make sure to request a table with views of the Alhambra.

We walked here from our hotel, Hospes Palacio de los Patos, which took about 25 minutes. As I said earlier, you walk through the Albayzín. On your way, you pass down this super narrow street that has so many shops on it. It feels like a bazaar. It was so cool! I wish that we would have had time to stop and check out some of the shops but we didn’t. We would have went back the next day, but I drank too much and proceeded to stay in bed until 1 pm :p.

WHAT WE ORDERED:

I ordered the roasted suckling pig while Jarad ordered the grilled beef tenderloin with pumpkin and potatoes with spices.

If you’re heading to Granada anytime soon, then I definitely recommend checking this place out! You can thank me later!

MIRADOR DE MORAYMA

C/ Pianista García Carillo, 2
Granada 18010
Spain
WEBSITE
PHONE: (+34) 958 22 82 90 - 958 22 48 12

ABOUT ME:

I was born in Mississippi but raised a Tennessee girl! I attended undergrad at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, where I received my degree in Biochemistry. I then proceeded to go to pharmacy school at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center with my last 3 years in Knoxville. (Go VOLS!) 6 years ago I followed my sweetheart to Dallas, Texas, where I have been ever since!

I am currently a practicing Inpatient Pharmacist with a love for traveling. I love to get off the beaten path and go places/do things that are not the normal “tourist” thing to do. I love hiking and adventure travel!

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FOODIE FRIDAY, CITY LIFE, SPAINLauren BaileyNovember 15, 2019MIRADOR DE MORAYMAFOODIE, Foodie Friday, Eats, best cities to visit in europe, WINE, WHERE TO EAT, CUSTOM ITINERARY, ANDALUSIA SPAIN, ADVENTURE TRAVEL, TAPAS, WOMEN TRAVEL, FAMILY, LUXURY TRAVEL, TRAVEL AGENCY, ESSENTIAL, bespoke itinerary, FOOD, BESPOKE TRAVELING, DALLAS FOODIE BLOG, CITY GUIDE, COUPLES TRAVEL, TRAVEL, TRAVEL IS MY PASSION, BESPOKE TRAVEL PLANNING, ITINERARY, EATING, VACATION, TREAT YOURSELF, itinerary, SELF DRIVE, HOW TO PLAN, SPAINISH, SPAIN, HOW TO TRAVEL, EUROPE, ANDALUSIA, DALLAS FOODIE, DALLAS FOOD BLOG, TRAVEL IS MY JOB, RELAXING VACATION, ACTIVE TRAVEL, SEVILLA, SEVILLE, FUN, MARRIED LIFE, COUPLES, CITY, travel, LUXURY, MICHELIN STAR, STEAK, VEGATARIAN, DALLAS BLOGGER, CUSTOM TRAVEL, MUST-SEE SPAIN, BLOG, TRAVELING, BLOGGER, TRAVEL AGENT, TRAVEL ADVISOR, Foodie, CHEF, THAT BLONDE TRAVELS, SOUTHERN SPAIN, DALLAS BLOGComment

HOW TO SPEND 48 HOURS IN SEVILLE, SPAIN

With endless amounts of tapas, an incredibly rich history, and one of the most famous destinations for flamenco, Seville is the perfect place to begin your adventure in Spain. While there’s so much to see and do when visiting, there are a few highlights that are must-see’s when you’re on a time crunch.

HERE’S HOW TO SPEND 48 HOURS IN SEVILLE, SPAIN!

GETTING TO SEVILLE

BUS:

Seville Airport (SVQ) has a designated bus that travels between the city center (Plaza de Armas) and the airport, with many convenient stops. The bus departs every 30minutes and the fareis 4€ for a single ticket, which can be purchased on the bus when you board. The line is named Línea EA: Airport Special and will take around 30-35 minutes to reach the center in normal traffic.

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TAXI:

Taxi rides from Seville Airport (SQV) to the city center do not have a set price, but should cost between 20-25€ depending on where you are going in the center. The fare should be displayed clearly on a meter and the driver may only charge you what is displayed under law. Nevertheless, if you have a lot of luggage they may ask for extra. To avoid any issues, you can pre-book or ask for the approximate price of the driver before you take this method of transport.

There are two types of fares for the taxis:
Daytime rate: (Mon-Fri 7am – 9pm) the price ranges from 20-25€.
Night-time rate: (Weekends, holidays and evenings between 9pm – 7am) €25-27.
Be aware that Spanish Holy Days may incur an extra 25% on the night-time price.

GETTING AROUND IN SEVILLE

The best way to get around in Seville is via walking. There are bikes and scooters available for rent or you can always take a taxi. The streets are very narrow which makes for fun exploring via foot.

WHERE TO STAY IN SEVILLE

Hotel Rey Alfonso X

This hotel is within a 10 minute walk of the Cathedral. Hotel Rey Alfonso X is a nice hotel stay that won’t blow the budget.

Hotel Casa Del Poeta

If you want to stay somewhere that has everything within walking distance, then Hotel Casa Del Poeta should be your choice. It is located in the Old City within walking distance to many of the sights and a ton of yummy restaurants.

Hospes Las Casas Del Rey De Baeza

If you can stay at Hospes Las Casas Del Rey De Baeza, then this would be my top choice. Hospes brand in Spain is outstanding! Their breakfast and service are absolutely amazing. They go above and beyond to make your stay special and memorable.

DAY 1

Breakfast at La Cacherreria

This little bar is found on the hip Calle Regina, just behind the Metropol Parasol in Seville. They offer a wide variety of breakfasts including toast, yogurt with muesli, and smoothies – along with great gluten free alternatives! It is small, so you might have to wait a bit for their delicious coffee and lovely atmosphere, but it will be worth it. [Devour Seville]

Address: Calle Regina, 14

Free Walking Tour: Monuments of Sevilla

Being short on time, take a free walking tour to catch the major sights in Seville. These tours are great because do you not only get to see the major monuments, but you also get to hear the history behind what you’re seeing. These are usually ran by local students that are passionate about their cities so you are bound to have a great experience. Check out this one that we did through Free Walking Tours Sevilla.

Alcazar of Seville

Don’t miss this beautiful UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its stunning architecture and storied past. Definitely buy tickets beforehand so that you are not wasting precious time standing in line for tickets! You can either buy just a ticket or get a guided tour.

Casa de la Memoria Flamenco Show

We went to this Famenco show and it was so fun! The energy from the dancers and their passion was palpable throughout the room. This show is located in the Flamenco museum and only has seating for a small crowd. Get there early so that you can get a great seat! You can buy tickets here. There are also two shows a night. I would recommend the early show and then you can grab dinner.

Dinner at Eslava

This is seriously one of the best places that I ate while I was in Spain. If you have time, make a reservation at their Michelin Star restaurant and relax in the tapas bar while you wait for you table. If you’re not lucky enough to eat at the restaurant or just don’t have time, then I would highly recommend just getting full on their yummy tapas. You can check out my blog post all about Eslava here.

Address: Calle Eslava, 3

Triana neighborhood across the river from Seville

DAY 2

Explore Triana

Grab an early breakfast at your hotel and head to Triana across the river for the morning. It offers everything from Spanish made ceremic pottery to delicious tapas restaurants. I’d recommend checking out the local Market hall, Mercado de Triana (Calle San Jorge, 6), for lunch or just some awesome snacks.

Triana is a vibrant old quarter in Seville, formerly known as Seville’s gypsy neighborhood, and otherwise known as Puente de Triana. If you’re up for it, then you can also go on a tapas crawl with Devour Seville.

Check out the Metropol Parasol

This is a wooden structure located at La Encarnación square, in the old quarter of Seville, Spain. It was designed by the German architect Jürgen Mayer H.

Dinner at Torres Y Garcia or Mamarracha

Either option is sure to be yummy! Make sure to get your reservations beforehand!

Overall

Seville is one of my favorite cities in Spain. It is so cute with so many great options for dinning and shopping.

Do you have any tips for spending 48 hours in Seville? Let me know in the comments!

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MUST EATS IN MALLORCA, SPAIN: CAS X'ORC

MUST EATS IN MALLORCA, SPAIN: CAS X'ORC

If you have been following along on my Instagram and blog, then you know that I just recently returned from an amazing trip to the Andalusia coast of Spain + Mallorca. This region of Spain has some of the most breathtaking views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains with interspersed villages beautifully located along the winding roads.

When we were in Mallorca, we had so many amazing meals. The one that we had a Cas X’orc stands out as one of the best meals that we had during our entire trip! Cas X’orc is a local Finca (or hacienda or plantation) that is located at the top of the mountain and overlooks the valley below. The views here are incredible!! We made a reservation at their restaurant, which is a converted olive oil mill. The restaurant is so quaint and when you walk in they had a roaring fire going (this was during the fall - I’m sure that would not happen during the summer months!).

Cas X’orc was amazing, from the food and the atmosphere, so I’m adding it to my must try list when visiting Mallorca. Located on a hill between the artists’ village Deià and the picturesque Sóller lies our romantic Mallorcan gem at the edge of the Tramuntana Mountains. The carefully restored 18th century estate is characterized by olive groves, lemon trees and flourishing Mediterranean gardens. [Cas X’orc]

WHAT WE ORDERED

ASSORTMENT OF HOMEMADE BREADS

This fabulous assortment of homemade breads, including sourdough - my fav! This was served with an herb butter, aioli, and fresh hummus. Don’t forget about their fresh homemade olive oil!

Mughal chicken korma served with Pappadum and spicy rice

This delicious dish was the perfect medley of chicken tikka masala with a Mediterranean flare.

Carob Waffle, Almond Ice Cream and “Palo” Sauce

If you’re ordering dessert, might as well go all out and get the coffee too! Please don’t be like my husband though and stay up all night when you have a 6 am flight..lmao.