Spain’s Wine Region: Andalucia
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Food in Europe Andalucia may be the most varied part of Spain – in every way. Multicultural, architecturally influential and flavorful, the region is home to a wine DO of Poe-etic proportions. Read More
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Top 7 Tips for Cheap European Travel from Nomadic Matt
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Travel expert Nomadic Matt shares 7 tips for cheap European travel. While Europe can be an expensive place to travel, there are plenty of ways to spend less money while you are there. Read More
La Mancha: The World’s Largest Wine Growing Region
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Food in Europe In Spain’s central plateau lies the world’s largests wine region. Lined with literary inflection and a variety of grapes, La Mancha tempts your taste buds from day to Knight. Read More
Discover Spain’s Wine Regions by Train
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Food in Europe Rail Europe invites you to discover Spain’s wine regions by rail. Explore Jumilla, Navarra, Rioja and take advantage of the country’s high-speed rail network. Read More
Traveling Spain’s Wine Trail: the Jumilla Wine Region
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Food in Europe The Jumilla wine region(one of over 60 wine producing regions) is famous for its Monestrell grape. Hidden in hills and valleys, the best way to experience this region is by combining rail and car. Read More
Hollandse Nieuwe: New Herring Fish, an Only in May-June Dutch Treat
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Food in Europe Hollandse Nieuwe – A Dutch Treat Herring is one of the most common, cheap and most delicious fish – one that can be prepared in an endless array of ways. But the tastiest may be the exquisite Hollandse Nieuwe, eaten straight from the sea. Let’s have a taste. Read More
French Crepes Made in Brittany
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Food in Europe Just 2.5 hours away from Paris, Rennes, the capital of the Bretagne region, is both savory and sweet. Come taste a different side of France that’s filled with tradition. Read More
German Food from the Black Forest Region
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Food in Europe The Black Forest stretches 100 miles along Germany’s southwestern border with France. The region got its name because its forests are so dense the locals called them black. The best way to see it all is truly by driving (yes, Rail Europe is saying this.) Read More
Spanish Food by Train: Learn about Tapas, Paella and the Catalan Kitchen
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Food in Europe Espana is quickly becoming a player in Europe’s culinary competition (watch out Italy and France.) All of Spain possesses a penchant for high-quality ham, tapas and late-night dinners, plus regional specialties abound. Read More
Travel Italy by Train to Find the Best Pizza
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Food in Europe Each of Italy’s regions has their own take on pizza, pasta, sauces, olive oil and just about anything edible. With an efficient rail system, you can easily taste your way from top to toe of one of the world’s great culinary countries. Read More
Comparing French and Italian Food
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Food in Europe Blog post comparing French and Italian cuisines. Italian food is more focused on the ingredients rather than the technique, and tastes lighter thanks to prodigious use of olive oil. French cuisine relies heavily on butter (hence, those divine cream sauces.) Read More
Enjoying Fondue All through Switzerland
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Food in Europe Learn local traditions and techniques on how to eat Swiss fondue properly from European sources. Read More
British Food: No Longer Rubbish
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Food in Europe A review of British food and the bad reputation it holds. Statistics show that visitors to Britain enjoyed eating out and almost eight out of ten overseas holidaymakers. Read More
Travel to Ireland to Learn About St. Patrick
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Food in Europe St. Patrick’s Day began as a religious holiday, celebrating the anniversary of the saint’s death in the fifth century. Read More
Travel to Luxembourg and Indulge in Rich Cuisine
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Food in Europe This country is often overlooked by travelers, but has plenty to offer. Come for the castles and the cuisine – including more Michelin-starred restaurants per capita than…anywhere. Read More