A Day in Bilbao, Spain with Gluten-Free Mexican Food
Bilbao is home to one of the most impressive museums ever built: the Guggenheim Museum. This structure being the reason we wanted to visit Bilbao in the first place, we set off by train to see what this city had to offer. With numerous cobblestoned streets, countless pinxtos bars and shops, there was plenty for us to do besides the museum. Want to know what gluten-free food we found and what we felt while seeing the impressive, famous contemporary art museum? Then read along!
Gluten-Free Pinxtos and Other Adventures in San Sebastián (Donostia)
With one of the highest number of Michelin star restaurants per capita, San Sebastián, or Donostia, is the place for foodies. With its pinxtos and fine dining restaurants, you will not eat poorly here. Known for its gastronomical splendor, Basque cuisine, and rich history, the only question that remained for us was: is it also a gluten-free paradise? Come along with us on our short stay in the foodie capital of the world, and find out what this haven has to offer!
A Kind of Gluten-Free Guide to the Dordogne
Ah, Douce France! With its gastronomical excellence and delicious wines, the country is a foodie’s wet dream. Every region has its own signature cooking style, making it a diverse place to tickle your tastebuds. However, the more rural regions of France tend to be a little harder to navigate for us gluten-free travelers and foodies. As dedicated gluten-free restaurants are almost non-existent in the parts of the Dordogne we visited, I have created this ‘kind of’ gluten-free guide to help you on your culinary journey!
Top Three Things to Do in the Dordogne Valley
Castles, hills, and forests: the Dordogne Valley is the fairytale region of your dreams. Great for families, couples, and friends alike, the region has quite some experiences to offer any type of traveler. The greatest thing about the top three things we ended up doing this holiday? It let us get active and explore at the same time! From cycling to finding the freshest produce for a night of outdoor-cooking, the Dordogne has it all.
Two Gluten-Free Days in Paris
Come along with us to the most-visited city in the world: Paris. The city of lights and city of love is known to many as a foodie paradise, and I was excited to give some of its restaurants, gluten-free bakeries, and cafés a try. From croissants to escargots, and from the Louvre to Montmartre, we saw a lot in the little time we had. So, read along for some inspiration!
The Ultimate Interrail Guide
Traveling Europe by train is an amazing and sustainable way to see it all. Luckily, Interrail and Eurail have got you covered! Planning on buying a pass this summer, but are confused regarding all possibilities? Look no further! I have gathered all the need-to-knows and tips based on my own experiences below. So, keep reading if you want to know more about the passes, choosing a route, making reservations and more tips and tricks to help you plan your ultimate adventure!
Eating Our Way Through Sicily, Gluten Free! Gluten Free Sicily Guide
This spring my parents celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary with us on Sicily. As with any party, good food is non-negotiable. So, we tried the nicest restaurants and cafés around the southern and eastern part of the island, with wine of course. As both my sister and I cannot eat gluten, most of these restaurants were perfect for us too. Pizza, pasta, and even croissants filled our bellies that week, so scroll down to read the complete gluten free Sicily guide!
The Langtang Valley Trek: Blooming Rhododendrons and Icy Peaks
The Langtang Valley Trek is the only trek I have done in Nepal, but I cannot believe anything can top it! With rhododendron forests and icy mountain views it was perfect. We went in April when those said forests were in bloom and fresh snow was still falling. As there are many guides out there describing all the practicalities, this blog is a travelogue describing our experiences, meaning to give you the inspiration to enjoy this trek as much as we did!
My Favorite Gluten-Free Spots in Patan, Nepal
Being gluten-intolerant while traveling can be challenging, but travelling through Nepal has been a piece of cake. Due to their broad usage of rice and buckwheat, lots of delicious dishes made of any type of dough are good to eat. Although they do use wheat, with just a little bit of research, you will eat at the best spots. Or just read about my favorite gluten-free spots in Patan to get you started! Whether you are craving pancakes or momo’s, I’ve got you covered.
Shoveling Mortar and Circling Stupa’s in Nepal, 2018
Although I did not go hiking, my first ever trip to Nepal was full of ups and downs. As I was still very young when I first got there, it taught me a lot about being alone. Because of Nepal’s special place in my heart, I am going back there this Spring. Keep on reading to find out more about my first ever trip to Nepal!