Portuguese Rice Cake, Bolo de Arroz

2 years ago

Bolo de Arroz or Rice Cake is a sweet treat that's so moist and rich you might even wind up…

Delicious Christmas cookies & pastries in Portugal

2 years ago

Brent is on the hunt for Portugal's Bolo Rei Christmas cake. He visits a Christmas Market, bakeries & a flower…

The REAL Chicago style pizza & a cocktail battle

2 years ago

Brent returns to his hometown of Chicago to try the Chicago style pizza that locals eat. Hint: It's not Deep…

Foz do Douro, Portugal

2 years ago

A quick trip from Porto, Foz do Douro seems a world away. Foz do Douro origin story The parish of…

Wine Crawl in undiscovered Palmela, Portugal

2 years ago

Brent is in the Setubal region of Portugal to wineries in the town of Palmela. He samples wines made from…

The best gelato in Milan, Italy

2 years ago

Milan is one of the best cities in all of Italy for Gelato. It rivals even Florence for the number…

Life in Portugal: Cost of Living & Monthly Budget

2 years ago

Brent is in the Santos neighborhood of Lisbon visiting the famous Green Street and enjoying a chocolate salami with his…

Pastel de Nata de Bolota

2 years ago

In far eastern Portugal, near the border with Spain, you'll find a pastry that's a unique take on the famous…

Campo de Ourique, Lisbon charming cafes & natural wine

2 years ago

Brent returns to Lisbon's non-touristy Campo de Ourique neighborhood and visits a characteristic cafe and a natural wine bar. Plus,…

Pastel Cordobés

2 years ago

In Portugal, where I live, it seems every town has it's own pastry, usually an egg-based custard tart of some…