Jordana Weiss

Breakfast Pastries: The Best Bakeries from Around the World

There’s nothing more delicious or satisfying than fresh pastry or a steaming loaf of warm bread. As we’ve moved toward a society where most people work all day and homemade bread is a luxury, specialized bakeries have popped up to provide us with the baked goods we crave, but are too busy to make ourselves.

The Top Film Festivals in the World

One of the most accessible festivals that you can attend is a film festival. You don’t have to trek out into some unknown area or pay large sums of money to attend. You can choose to take in just one or two films or to fill your day with multiple features and events. A film festival is a great chance for people to get together, see movies, and talk about the art of filmmaking.

Cultured Palate: International Dishes from Switzerland

Sandwiched between France, Italy, and Germany, Switzerland has long been a country accustomed to living in multiple worlds. Many people speak more than one language, although having a diverse background and still referring to oneself as “Swiss” first is common. Today, we’ll introduce you to the most delicious foods of Switzerland and tell you where you can go to get them.

The Show Must Go On: The Most Spectacular Theaters

As our world globalizes, local arts organizations become even more important. Luckily, many governments around the world had the foresight to build amazing theatres for their citizens and visitors to enjoy. Here are some of the spectacular theaters from around the world.

Slurp It Up: The Best Ramen Restaurants in the World

One food that has been heavily adapted to the North American palate is ramen, which is available in most large cities and has even made appearances in smaller towns. In Japan, ramen is a national specialty, and each region prides themselves on their own flavor profile, toppings, and preparation method, ranging from the miso broth of Hokkaido to the thin noodles and rich pork broth of Hakata ramen.

The Best War Museums from Around the World

War museums are some of the best ways that we have chosen to do this. All around the world, there are tons of beautiful and richly informative museums that focus on our conflicts and the ways that we have resolved them. Here are a few of the best ones for you to explore.

Around the World in Comfort Food

As the winter drags on and on, one way we cheer up after a long, cold day is by indulging in comfort food. Anything that makes us feel good can be considered comfort food. Typically, comfort food is calorific, relatively simple to make, and often has a lot to do with your culture and upbringing. While what comforts each individual person will vary, depending on their tastes, often people within a country gravitate toward the same treats.