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A Mexican Chef's Journey into Faroese Flavours

Mexican chef Sebastián Jiménez came to the Faroe Islands expecting to spend a season in a...

By Linda Iliste

OY Paves the Way for Faroese Craft Beer

When Óli Restorff Hansen and his co-founders launched OY Brewing in Tórshavn, it became the first...

By Linda Iliste

Sweden Emerges as Europe’s Cool Summer Escape

As heat waves continue to sweep across southern Europe, Sweden is emerging as the continent’s coolest summer escape, offering mild temperatures, endless...

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Karin Visth and the Next Chapter of Faroese Gastronomy

Behind the Faroe Islands’ internationally acclaimed restaurants lies a network of farmers, divers, foragers, winemakers and chefs. Few people have done more...

By Linda Iliste

Copenhagen named World Capital of Architecture

Copenhagen has officially joined the architectural elite. Named UNESCO-UIA World Capital of...

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Wine

Guests Trust People More Than AI When Choosing Wine

A new study shows that while digital channels are becoming increasingly important in wine...

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Champagne

Bollinger Appoints Émilien Boutillat as New Cellar Master

Émilien Boutillat has been appointed as the new Cellar Master of the Champagne house Bollinger. He...

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Wine

Marina Abramović Interprets Ornellaia 2023 “La Vitalità”

Marina Abramović interprets Ornellaia 2023 La Vitalità through a striking series of artist labels...

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Lithuania

Le Rosé at Monte Pacis: A Celebration of Rosé Culture by the Kaunas Lagoon

As rosé continues to gain recognition as one of the most versatile styles of wine, dedicated...

By Ugnė Vedeikaitė

Sweden

Five Swedish Vineyards Made for a Summer Stay

Guided tours among the vines, tastings, al fresco meals and no need to nominate a designated...

By Linda Iliste

Vilnius

Why Should Cider Lovers Head to Vilnius This June?

Cider is having a quiet boom across the Baltics, and this June Vilnius is marking that moment with...

By Ugnė Vedeikaitė

Lithuania

Natural Wine Takes the Stage in Vilnius This May

On May 23, Vilnius will host The Naturals - a new wine fair bringing together 11 local...

Food & Drinks

Gastronomy

Karin Visth and the Next Chapter of Faroese Gastronomy

Behind the Faroe Islands’ internationally acclaimed restaurants lies a network of farmers,...

By Linda Iliste
Gourmet

A Mexican Chef's Journey into Faroese Flavours

Mexican chef Sebastián Jiménez came to the Faroe Islands expecting to spend a season in a...

By Linda Iliste
Travel

When Tipping Cultures Collide: The World Cup Sparks a Restaurant Debate

Packed restaurants, fully booked bars – the World Cup is bringing record revenues to host cities....

By The Editors
Award

Frida Blomdahl Hay Honoured with Michelin Service Award 2026

The Michelin Guide California 2026 has honoured Frida Blomdahl Hay, General Manager of San...

By The Editors
France

Dior Reopens Monsieur Dior Restaurant in Saint-Tropez

Fashion meets fine dining as Dior unveils its renewed gastronomic destination on the French...

By The Editors
Sweden

Johan Evers Opens Jokes Aside, Stockholm's New Cocktail Destination

Award-winning bartender Johan Evers and the team behind A Bar Called Gemma have opened Jokes Aside...

By The Editors
Portugal

Olá, Lisboa! »Falstaff Portugal« Makes a Splendid Debut

Lisbon welcomed Falstaff with open arms and full glasses. The debut issue was presented on...

By The Editors
Gourmet

SMØR Bistro: How Danish Smørrebrød Culture Found a Home in Riga

Scandinavian food culture has left a lasting mark on the Baltic dining scene, but few places bring...

By Ugnė Vedeikaitė
Gourmet

Smith Brasserie at Rox Resort: How Head Chef Gabriel Hedlund is creating a resort restaurant that becomes a destination on its own

In 2025, Rox Resort in Køge, just south of Copenhagen, opened its doors to an ambitious spa hotel...
Bar

The Return of Johanna: Open Fire and Rooftop Views in Gothenburg

Gothenburg has long been a city that takes its restaurants seriously. But a steakhouse with...

By Linda Iliste
Gourmet

A New Gastronomic Destination on the Curonian Spit: Michelin-Starred Chef Opens ULDU in Juodkrantė

The Curonian Spit has gained a new culinary destination this summer with the opening of ULDU in...

By Ugnė Vedeikaitė
Spirits

Eric Söderlund Crowned Sweden’s World Class Champion

Eric Söderlund has secured his place as Sweden’s representative at the World Class Global Final...

By Tove Oskarsson Henckel

Travel

Sweden

Sweden Emerges as Europe’s Cool Summer Escape

As heat waves continue to sweep across southern Europe, Sweden is emerging as the continent’s...

By The Editors
Copenhagen

Copenhagen named World Capital of Architecture

Copenhagen has officially joined the architectural elite. Named UNESCO-UIA World Capital of...

By The Editors
Travel

When Tipping Cultures Collide: The World Cup Sparks a Restaurant Debate

Packed restaurants, fully booked bars – the World Cup is bringing record revenues to host cities....

By The Editors
Hotel

Ice Cream and Champagne at the "Dolder Grand" Outdoor Pool

In Switzerland, outdoor swimming pools are known as “Badis” – refreshing summer retreats...

By The Falstaff Travel Editors
Reise

Where to go in July? The Most Beautiful Travel Destinations

Whether it's a "Coolcation" in Iceland, beach days in Greece, or nature adventures in Tanzania -...

By The Falstaff Travel Editors
Sweden

The Rise of Townsizing: Five Swedish Towns to Visit Instead of the Big Cities

Forget crowded capitals and overbooked restaurants. One of the biggest travel trends of 2026 is...

By The Editors
Travel

Holidays in the 1990s – A Nightmare or Actually Better?

Travelling without Airbnb, smartphones and digital maps, while exchanging currencies across Europe:...

By The Editors
Gourmet

Smith Brasserie at Rox Resort: How Head Chef Gabriel Hedlund is creating a resort restaurant that becomes a destination on its own

In 2025, Rox Resort in Køge, just south of Copenhagen, opened its doors to an ambitious spa hotel...
Travel

A Historic Swedish Hotel Sets Its Sights on the World Stage

Grand Hôtel Saltsjöbaden Spa & Resort has always had the bones of a grand resort hotel. Opened in...

By Linda Iliste
City trip

The Cheapest and Most Expensive Cities for a City Break

City breaks remain a popular travel choice in summer 2026, but even a short weekend getaway can...

By The Editors
Travel

Boom in Camper Travel: Japan Becomes the New Trending Destination

With its diversity of coastal landscapes, mountain regions, hot springs, and places rich in...

By The Editors

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Lifestyle

Sweden

The Rise of Townsizing: Five Swedish Towns to Visit Instead of the Big Cities

Forget crowded capitals and overbooked restaurants. One of the biggest travel trends of 2026 is...

By The Editors

Sweden

Football, Food & the Midnight Sun: Sweden During the FIFA World Cup 2026

Think the best place to experience the FIFA World Cup is one of the host nations? Think again. This...

By The Editors

Travel

Holidays in the 1990s – A Nightmare or Actually Better?

Travelling without Airbnb, smartphones and digital maps, while exchanging currencies across Europe:...

By The Editors

Gourmet

Smith Brasserie at Rox Resort: How Head Chef Gabriel Hedlund is creating a resort restaurant that becomes a destination on its own

In 2025, Rox Resort in Køge, just south of Copenhagen, opened its doors to an ambitious spa hotel...

Bar

The Return of Johanna: Open Fire and Rooftop Views in Gothenburg

Gothenburg has long been a city that takes its restaurants seriously. But a steakhouse with...

By Linda Iliste

Travel

A Historic Swedish Hotel Sets Its Sights on the World Stage

Grand Hôtel Saltsjöbaden Spa & Resort has always had the bones of a grand resort hotel. Opened in...

By Linda Iliste

Gourmet

A New Gastronomic Destination on the Curonian Spit: Michelin-Starred Chef Opens ULDU in Juodkrantė

The Curonian Spit has gained a new culinary destination this summer with the opening of ULDU in...

By Ugnė Vedeikaitė

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