SEGOVIA During our visit to Madrid, we stayed one night in Segovia (it is also an easy day trip from Madrid; it’s a short 25-minute ride by high-speed train, but it feels like a world away the minute you arrive). The mountain range seen from the train station is known as La Mujer Muerta (The Dead Woman). From the plains around Segovia, the peaks form the outline of a woman lying down. Her head, torso and feet are clearly visible. The effect is strongest at sunrise or sunset,

SEGOVIA - RESTAURANTE JOSÉ MARÍA Michelin Basic Guide If you are looking for a traditional Segovian food experience, Restaurante José María, just off the Plaza Mayor, is one of the city’s classic places to visit. Founded by José María Ruiz Benito in 1982, it has become one of Segovia’s best-known restaurants. Walk into the busy bar, and you will find it filled with a mix of locals, from those taking a break at the end of the day to families who wheel their baby prams into t

HOSTAL LA TORRE Hostal La Torre is one of our favourite places in Ibiza for watching the sunset. It sits on the rugged coastline at Cap Negret, about 3 km from the town of Sant Antoni de Portmany. Hostal La Torre features a charming courtyard garden at the rear, plus a delightful restaurant with a beautiful terrace offering panoramic views of the sea and Illa sa Conillera. Guests enjoying the garden area. The various terraces offer stunning panoramic views of the surrounding

KUMHARAS Kumharas was established in 1997 and has become a wonderfully laid-back sunset and music bar that is an institution in San Antonio Bay. Miguel Maymó created the concept behind Kumharas and still manages it today. His vision was intentionally distinct from the mass-tourism bars in San Antonio and San Antonio Bay. Photo Twitter (X) @LC300563 Kumharas features no vip areas, no organised coach parties, and a mix of locals, travellers, families, music, and a vibrant sun

MUSEO DEL JAMÓN A few Museo del Jamón tapas bars are scattered around Madrid, and this one at Carrera San Jerónimo 6 has always been our favourite. They all offer an eclectic mix of traditional Spanish food, centred on ham, bread, beer & wine. This place is a great option for those trying to save money. You can get a beer and a ham and cheese bocadillo (roll) for about €1, which is unbeatable. If you have a bit more to spend, consider trying one of the less expensive types of

KBZÓN TXIKI During our 2025 trip, we discovered a spot we had not been to before: Bar Kbzón Txiki, a small hidden gem in the parte vieja (old town) that offers a delightful culinary experience. The atmosphere is inviting, and the decor is charming. The bar offers innovative dishes crafted from familiar ingredients. They appear to use the sous vide method in their excellent cooking, which enhances the flavours. We settled in and ordered a couple of glasses of txakoli, the refr

ES GERRET Es Gerret is one of San Antonio de Portmany’s new upscale restaurants, challenging the town’s typical image. It features a terrace and a spacious indoor seating area. We returned in 2026 for a main course of steak and some wine. We had vacío, a cut from the flank area, located between the ribs and hindquarters. It has a fairly coarse grain and a good layer of fat. It’s excellent grilled over charcoal and is often served medium-rare and sliced. And a chultón de friso

BAR SPORT We returned to Bar Sport, once a bit of an insider tip, but it now gets very busy. True to its name, this place is especially popular during sports events, but it also offers beautifully assembled pintxos throughout the week. This authentic bar offers traditional pintxos in a lively atmosphere, all at very reasonable prices. Popular among locals, it features a rustic interior and provides a classic Basque dining experience. The bar is further enhanced by a good sele

MOMA GRILL UPDATE SEPTEMBER 2026 - GOOGLE SAYS MOMA GRILL IS PERMANENTLY CLOSED This long-established Baixa restaurant was still operating in August 2025 but has since closed. The premises at Rua dos Correeiros 22 are now occupied by O CASTIÇO 2. Previous review when it was Moma This charming restaurant was the second traditional place we visited during our short trip to Lisbon. To reach it, you need to navigate past the numerous aggressive street touts who wave menus featuri

RESTAURANTE CA N’ESMERALDA This restaurant has been operating for several years and is located in a secluded area, away from the main town of Sant Antoni de Portmany (San Antonio Abad). It sits near the end of Cala de Bou, offering views of San Antonio Bay. We popped in for a light lunch (do we really have light lunches?) and tried the following. Pan con aioli. Papas asadas, alioli, hilos de chile y nuestro ingrediente especial (roasted potatoes, aioli, chilli threads, and t