Dec 05 By Tom Meyers— Here’s a quick tip for you: When traveling in Paris (or really in any city in our guide), buy your bottled water at a nearby supermarket and not at a newsstand, sidewalk vendor, or train station kiosk where they will have tacked on a steep mark-up. The supermarket is the obvious “local” » Read more
EuroCheapo's Food Articles
Paris: David Lebovitz reviews Paris’ best pastry shops
Nov 08 By Bryan Pirolli in Paris— Whether it’s a trendy rosewater macaron or a classic chocolate éclair, Paris is a pastry-lover’s destination. Knowing where to go and what to get, however, can be daunting with so many tempting options in front of you. Sometimes it’s best to turn to the professionals for a little bit of » Read more
Paris: Where to find the best burgers (à la francaise)
Oct 25 By Bryan Pirolli in Paris— The long Parisian culinary tradition takes a sharp turn when it comes to the most quintessentially un-Parisian food, “le burger.” I can hear the groans of purists who wince at the very thought of ordering “un burger” in Paris. But for better or worse, the hamburger has become something of » Read more
London: 5 restaurant chains worth a second look
Oct 04 By Nina Derham in London— I’m certainly one to agree that eating out abroad is all about sampling the local cuisine and trying out quirky, independent restaurants. However, any visitor to London will also be struck by the number of well-established chain restaurants that buzz day and night throughout the city. While some serve up » Read more
New York: Fall farmers’ markets outside Manhattan
Sep 23 By Desiree Browne in New York— The summer tourists have gone home and most of the weird, simmering smells have dissipated. Why not fall in love with New York this autumn by shopping for seasonal fare at the city’s outdoor farmers’ markets, some of which offer free activities? Of course, you could head straight to » Read more
Prague: A guide to grocery stores and food markets
Sep 16 By Joann Plockova in Prague— Food is a great way to get to know a culture, and so is shopping for it. Along with purchasing their foodstuffs in supermarkets, Czechs do their food shopping in smaller markets, special stores just for fruits and vegetables, butcher shops, farmers’ markets (during the summer season), organic (or “bio”) » Read more
Naples Budget Tips: How to keep it cheap in Napoli
Sep 15 By Bryan Pirolli— Even Paris-based writers need a chance to escape the City of Light every now and then to experience something different. This year, this Cheapo flitted off to Naples to check out the pizza and coastlines that make this Italian port city famous. I return to you tanned, relaxed, and full of tips » Read more
Dublin Cheap Eats: Get a taste of the Irish
Sep 14 By Jessica Colley— Some destinations have a clearly defined national cuisine, while other places require visitors to dig a little deeper. When it comes to food in Ireland, there are many places to find cheap eats with national character in Dublin – if you know where to look. From underground options to food markets to » Read more
Madrid: The tastiest sandwiches in town for Cheapos
Sep 09 By Cynthia Kane in Madrid— Sandwiches in Madrid are simple and cheap, and that’s what makes them a hit. Forget about going all gourmet by adding texture, exotic ingredients, and multi-grain bread—who needs all the fancy fillings when staple ingredients will do. The best bocadillos around the city stick to what they know, no bells » Read more
San Francisco Street Food: Our favorite food trucks
Aug 05 By Spence Spellman in San Francisco— Like it or not, street food in America has seen a recent boom and is here to stay. While it may not be easy to open up your own restaurant, many entrepreneurs have jumped at the chance of launching their own food truck. Things like Facebook, Twitter and mobile » Read more
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