In late September, outside of a 12th century finca (an estate) in the agricultural region of Mallorca, I sat on a patio under the protection of trees, just before clouds rolled in for a mid-day shower. The setting was idyllic, and the conversation was interesting and...
Whenever she visits France, Real Food Traveler’s Europe Editor, Irvina Lew, seeks out the iconic Salade Nicoise at some of her favorite restaurants. She also makes the hearty, main dish meal at home, whether that’s a home-away-from-home apartment in...
According to a description from Jamrah Middle Eastern Cuisine, “Kebab, (also kebap, kabob, kebob, or kabab) is an Iranian, Afghan, Middle Eastern, Eastern Mediterranean, and South Asian dish of pieces of meat, fish, or vegetables roasted or grilled on a...
The word “salad” doesn’t always mean something that’s lettuce-based. Heck, even slices of Jell-O with cabbage and carrots was passed off as “salad” in the 60’s and 70’s. In many cultures, the word refers to a...
Writer Ed Placidi is always game for immersing himself into the authentic cuisine of the destinations he visits. He does what we all should when we visit someplace new – meet the locals, shop where they shop, eat where they eat, and take cooking classes...
