DRINK > Enoteca, Alleghe Italy (17/20)

Alleghe has majestic mountains, a beautiful lake and excellent skiing at the Civetta Ski Resort (part of the Dolomiti Superski ticket). The town itself is quite small, there are a couple of supermarkets, has a number hotels, some tourist and ski shops that are unlikely to excite you and of course a few restaurants (mostly…

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EAT > ORTISEI

EAT > Zirm, Ortisei Italy (16/20)

Zirm sits up quite high above the busy streets of Ortisei, its only a ten minute walk (up a steep hill) but the view when you get there is quite lovely and is back across the river towards Mount Sëuc. If you are a wine lover this is definitely a key destination for you, the…

ByEd ItorJanuary 29, 20250Comments

EAT > ORTISEI

EAT > Hell, (Zicoria Brasserie) Ortisei Italy (17/20)

Zicoria Brasserie is one of the restaurants in Hotel Hell, yes that actually is the name. One of the waiters explained that the hotel was his grandfathers business and it was named after him. In fact he was grandson Hell (yep it was also his surname). We wandered along slightly early and…

ByEd ItorJanuary 28, 20250Comments

EAT > ORTISEI

EAT > Ristorante Sotriffer & Wine Bar, Ortisei Italy (16/20)

The moment you walk into Sotriffer you take a moment to capture the essence of the room, the history of the long marble bar with it wine bottles in the front window and a cheese selection on display. It feels the essence of being a fine enotecca without actually being a wine store,…

ByEd ItorJanuary 28, 20250Comments

DRINK > BARS DRINK > ST ANTON

DRINK > Grünbeck, St Anton AM (15/20)

Finding a place that is really comfortable to pop in for a coffee, a beer, a snack or a meal. That is the sign of the local you want to visit. Another good sign is when the patrons start talking and sharing stories. Grünbeck has both and plenty more. AMBIANCE > Hidden…

ByEd ItorJanuary 26, 20250Comments

EAT > ST ANTON AUSTRIA

EAT > Tannenhof Restaurant, St. Anton am Arlberg (20/20)

The email came from Karoline, confirming our restaurant booking asked if we would like a pick up and drop off from our accomodation to the restaurant. Given that the Tannenhof Hotel and Restaurant is on the far side of St Anton and quite a way from our accomodation at Hotel Arpuria we accepted…

ByEd ItorJanuary 23, 20250Comments

EAT > ST ANTON AUSTRIA

EAT > Endlich, St Anton (18/20)

Heading to the far end of Dorfstraße, away from the bars and restaurants at the base of the lifts and past the always busy Murrmel Bar you will find Endlich Restaurant. The one thing you should do now is stop reading this make a reservation and then come back to read about why…

ByEd ItorJanuary 20, 20250Comments

DRINK > MELBOURNE

DRINK > Bobbie Peels, North Melbourne (15/20)

North Melbourne has more than its fare share of great pubs and the 'Bobbie Peels' is one of those that absolutely crackles. Nestled on the corner of Queensberry and Peel Streets in North Melbourne, Bobbie Peels stands as a testament to the city’s vibrant pub culture. This charming establishment seamlessly blends the warmth of a…

ByCrispyDecember 14, 20240Comments

DRINK > PARIS

DRINK > Cicchetti, Paris (14/20)

In the bustling 2nd arrondissement of Paris, Cicchetti is an Italian Tapas Wine Bar. Confused? Don't be. The concept of Cicchetti or Italian tapas, are small plates meant to be shared, originating from Venice and just the thing to complement that bottle or two of wine you are likely to explore with friends.…

ByEd ItorOctober 28, 20240Comments

DRINK > HOBART

DRINK > Lucinda Wine Bar, Hobart

If you are walking down Collins Street, Hobart you might easily miss Lucinda hidden away in a beautiful historic building but the signage is very subtle. Step inside and you will find a small room with a large central table and bench seats around the outside. They also have a larger room,…

ByCrispyJune 14, 20240Comments

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