We Ate More Than Cakes: Richard Lachmann’s Restaurant Reviews in Vienna and Salzburg
Reviews of the restaurants where we ate in Vienna and Salzburg, including two that received Michelin stars.
Exploring Bratislava
A solo trip from Vienna to Bratislava, Slovakia and an appreciation of this fascinating city with its rich history and architecture.
In Search of My Grandmother’s Cake
On a family heritage trip to Austria, I looked for my grandmother's Dobash cake in Vienna and Salzburg and found lots of other interesting things.
My Own International House Hunt
Three houses that represent the range of what buyers seeking golden visas may find in Portugal.
So You Want to Take the Next Step: Buying a Home in Portugal
Advice for foreigners who, like the pop star Madonna, are looking to buy a house or apartment and establish residency in Portugal.
In Faro, My First Visit to the Algarve
My first trip to the Algarve, to the city of Faro, with a boat trip to a wildlife preserve and many pictures.
Arriving in Lisbon: A Charming Place in a New Neighborhood
About the Santos-o-Novo convent where we're staying, cruise ships, and a new part of the city to explore.
Celebrating Greek Cuisine: A Guest Post by Richard Lachmann
Guest post by much-loved restaurant reviewer Richard Lachmann, reporting on a tasting of organic food and wine from Greece.
Staycation
My staycation this year has become a #grabyourwallet event after United Airlines sicced an abusive police force on a recalcitrant passenger.
My First BrickFest and Comic Con
A roundup, with photos, of my first BrickFestLive exhibit with the New York City LEGO Users Group, and an important panel at Comic Con.