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Given Montreal’s reputation as Canada’s culinary capital and Italy’s legendary food culture, it’s no surprise that Italian cuisine ranks among the city’s top dining scenes. Whether you’re hunting for the best slice in Montreal, authentic espresso, budget-friendly Italian eats, cozy wine bars, or upscale fine dining, Montreal has an Italian restaurant to match every craving—including the city's most romantic tables. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best restaurants in MontrealThe best pizza in Montreal right now

Près de Montréal, vous trouverez une gamme d’options pour skier, allant des petites stations familiales aux grandes destinations offrant des pistes plus techniques. Vous pouvez aussi profiter de pistes de ski de fond facilement accessibles dans les parcs urbains — ou une nouvelle patinoire au centre-ville. Les choix varient du ski alpin pour toute la famille à la glisse plus exigeante, en passant par des sentiers de fond adaptés aux débutants comme aux plus expérimentés. RECOMMANDÉ : Guide complet des meilleures choses à faire à MontréalOù patiner à Montréal

For the best skiing near Montreal, there's no shortage of ski hills beyond city limits, no matter which compass direction you take. From choice ski resorts, ice skating, and trips to the city's best apres-ski spot, there's a lot to enjoy during the coldest season. There are short and steep groomers in the Laurentians to enjoy after staying in a chalet near Montreal, to powdery glades in the Eastern Townships, and weekend getaways in Vermont.  RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best things to do in Montreal Best things to do in winter in MontrealThe best Airbnb cabins near Montreal

Les meilleurs quartiers de la ville pour les locaux—et les endroits essentiels où les visiteurs peuvent séjourner—sont tous dans ce guide, y compris la rue Sherbrooke Ouest (parmi les rues les plus cool au monde) et  Le Plateau-Mont-Royal (récemment classé parmi les quartiers les plus branchées). Montréal est très présente lorsqu'il s'agit de culture, de communauté et de caractère - et si vous avez besoin d'une preuve, il suffit de regarder la richesse des festivals de Montréal, certaines des meilleures choses à faire à Montréal, ainsi que les expériences exceptionnelles dans les meilleurs bars et restaurants de la ville.  RECOMMANDÉ :Guide complet quoi faire à Montréal50 meilleurs restaurants à Montréal en ce moment

From Montreal's new luxury shopping mall to subterranean Underground City that connects Downtown Montreal and Old Montreal, to the last stops of every metro line, these are the places to go when shopping in Montreal—best vintage shops and the best flea markets not included. Make the most of them with this handpicked list of shopping centers on and off the island. RECOMMENDED:Full guide to the best things to do in Montreal

’Tis the season for Christmas shows, festive holiday lights and, most of all, shopping, shopping and more shopping. Back to tempt your wallets this winter are a number of holiday markets and craft fairs featuring local, handmade goods for extra-special gifting. Find everything from apothecary goods and handwoven handbags to artisan jewelry, candles, prints and more. Even if you’re not sure what to get family and friends on your gift list this season, these Christmas events are a treasure trove of inspiration—you’ll likely walk away with more goodies than you ever knew you needed. Support small businesses and head to the best holiday markets in Los Angeles to shop IRL. RECOMMENDED: See more Christmas in Los Angeles

Still have some Christmas shopping to do? You probably won’t be able to order that perfect gift online without spending a fortune on rush shipping, and ordering from Amazon just doesn’t have that personal touch. But good news: Shopping at these local boutiques, full of curated goodies and covetable objects, does away with the need for shipping! Tick off the remaining people on your gift list and leave with your treasures in hand at these 30 shops. Then you can get back to enjoying festive holiday events and Christmas lights guilt-free. Updated December 2025: We’ve added the Huntington Store—which is brimming with seasonal decor and gift options this time of year—to our list of the best gift shops, as well as two new openings from this year: pop-up chocolate shop ButterLove&Hardwork and Build-A-Bear x Hello Kitty and Friends Workshop at Westfield Century City. RECOMMENDED: The best shops in Los Angeles

Montreal is a playground for kids of all ages—especially during the winter. The city is full of attractions for young kids (and the young at heart), stellar free museums and excellent places to eat that are easy on the budget. Every borough has its own family-forward fun—not to mention the highest bungee jump in Canada—with easy access via public transportation (5 year-olds and under ride for free!).  RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best free things to do in MontrealTop Montreal attractions for tourists and localsBest free museums in Montreal you need to check out

On prend une ville nord-américaine animée qu’on agrémente du charme de l'Europe d'antan et on obtient Montréal. Cette ville québécoise est l'une des plus anciennes du pays et elle montre la façon dont son histoire, ses paysages et ses merveilles architecturales du 20e siècle forment la richesse des attraits montréalais à découvrir. Une seule journée de visite vous révélera des choses spectaculaires à faire, comme par exemple des aires de festivals, des musées inspirants, une vie nocturne enivrante, une cuisine emblématique et de la gastronomie raffinée dans des restaurants étonnants. Les touristes en sont émerveillés et les gens du pays en tombent amoureux. C’est immanquable! Quel est l’endroit le plus visité de Montréal ? Le quartier du Vieux-Montréal, extrêmement agréable à parcourir, avec ses rues pavées et sa proximité avec le Vieux-Port, abrite une partie de l'histoire ancienne et des attractions les plus récentes de la ville. Pourquoi Montréal est-elle le plus connue ? Outre ses célèbres bagels et sa poutine, Montréal est surtout connue pour avoir accueilli l'Exposition universelle en 1967, ainsi que les premiers Jeux olympiques jamais organisés au Canada au cours de l'été 1976 ; pour le parc du Mont-Royal (que les habitants appellent affectueusement « la montagne »), conçu par Frederick Law Olmsted (le même homme qui a imaginé le Central Park de New York) ; et pour être une ville supérieure à Toronto à tous points de vue. Où puis-je emmener des touristes à Montréal ? D

This list is old. Here are the best things to do in the world in 2026.  2025 is set to be a momentous year when it comes to travel. Citywide celebrations and milestone anniversaries will be taking place in Amsterdam and Rome, sparkling new cultural centres are flinging open their doors in Rotterdam, New York and Abu Dhabi, and there are fresh chances to see some wonderful wildlife in Australia, Singapore and Greenland – but that’s just the beginning. Read on for our roundup of the 25 coolest, weirdest and most adventurous new things to do across the world in 2025, no matter your whereabouts or budget. RECOMMENDED:🇬🇧 The best things to do in the UK in 2025🛍️ The coolest neighbourhoods in the world🎪 The world’s best music festivals for 2025🌃 The best cities in the world right now  

When it comes to seeking out comfort food, the best pizza in Montreal leaves everything else in the dust. With New York and Detroit-style pizzas continuing to boom, the scene for slices has never been better—some of them figure heavily among the city’s best cheap eats, feature wine lists that make them contenders for the best wine bars, and they're great places to fuel up before experiencing Montreal's nightlife or just following a Saturday afternoon of drinking in the city's best rooftop bars. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best restaurants in Montreal

Montreal’s neighbourhoods (home to one of the world's coolest streets) each have their own vibe—together, they create the city’s eclectic charm. Explore the city’s best neighborhoods for locals, and essential places where visitors can stay—including Plateau-Mont-Royal, recently ranked one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the world—right here in this guide. Montreal has a big presence when it comes to culture, community, and character—and if you need proof, just look at the sheer wealth of some of the best things to do in Montreal alongside stellar experiences in the city’s best restaurants and best bars. Better yet, we're home to one of the world's coolest streets. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best things to do in Montreal50 best restaurants in Montreal right nowTop Montreal attractions for tourists and locals

Myers + Chang is a longtime South End favorite that still feels buzzy more than a decade in. Founded by James Beard Award–winning chef-owner Joanne Chang, the restaurant blends Chinese, Taiwanese, Thai, and Vietnamese influences into a menu that’s bold, playful, and deeply satisfying. It’s the kind of place that works just as well for a spontaneous weeknight dinner as it does for a planned night out, drawing a steady mix of regulars, industry folks, and first-timers. The vibe: The room is lively, compact, and unmistakably fun. Myers + Chang famously describes its look as “diner meets modular home,” with bright colors, graphic touches, and a wink of Hello Kitty whimsy. The energy is social and loud in the best way, making it ideal for group dinners or dates that don’t require hushed conversation. Even when the room is packed, it feels convivial rather than chaotic. The food: The menu reads like a greatest-hits tour of pan-Asian comfort dishes, filtered through a distinctly Boston lens. Expect fall-off-the-bone tea-smoked spare ribs, dumplings filled with Mama Chang’s pork and chives, bao, noodle bowls, and vegetable dishes that hold their own alongside richer plates. Flavors skew bold and crowd-pleasing, with enough range to encourage sharing across the table. It’s craveable food that knows exactly what it’s doing. The drink: Cocktails lean creative and approachable, often incorporating Asian-inspired flavors like ginger, lemongrass, and Thai basil without going overboard. The

KIIS FM’s annual holiday behemoth’s lineup reads like a roll call of the station’s playlist: Alex Warren, Audrey Hobert, Conan Gray, Feid, Jackson Wang, Jessie Murph, the Kid LAROI, Leon Thomas, Reneé Rapp and Zara Larsson will all take over the Intuit Dome this holiday season. And perhaps the most notable act of all: EJAE, Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami—better known as the singing voices of HUNTR/X from KPop Demon Hunters. The best seats will cost you a boatload, so look out for news of a potential free pre-show with some of the artists on the lineup.

The Who—that is, Pete Townshend, Roger Daltrey, plus some other musicians and two very prominent ghosts—come back to town this September. See them at the Hollywood Bowl for what might be your last chance to hear “Baba O'Riley” or “My Generation” live—the tour is being billed as their North American farewell tour.

You know it’s summer in L.A. when the live outdoor music starts swelling all over the city, including at MacArthur Park’s Levitt Pavilion. The free Westlake concert series returns this summer with 10 Saturday shows. Expect a genre-spanning mix of local acts that range from cumbia to hip-hop to jazz fusion to punk. No RSVP is needed—just bring yourself, a lawn chair, a picnic, good company and open ears.

Middlesex Lounge in Central Square is a bustling yet unpretentious spot known for its top-tier underground dance music. It's more of a vibrant lounge than a full-blown nightclub, offering a more intimate atmosphere compared to larger venues. Expect a mix of vintage hip-hop, classic electro, and underground dance spun by quality DJs, and don't be surprised if the crowd kicks off their shoes and fills the floor! The vibe: Tucked between the energy of Central Square and the calmer MIT campus, Middlesex has quickly become one of Cambridge's best clubs. It boasts a sophisticated sound, with techno, obscure R&B, and even sporadic sets from visiting international electronic artists filling the air. The space itself is artfully designed and highly adaptable, featuring little metal benches on wheels that can be arranged to suit any group, transforming the room to fit the mood. Unlike the grand scale of mega-clubs, Middlesex is smaller, with a capacity of around 120-150 people, offering a more intimate and less overwhelming experience. It often feels like a chic, high-energy bar with a fantastic sound system and a dance floor, making it ideal for those who prioritize the music and the people who love it. Time Out tip: Parking in Central Square is notoriously difficult, so taking an Uber or the T is almost essential. Luckily, Middlesex Lounge is conveniently located right near the Central Square station. Make sure to check with the venue directly for their specific electronic nights, qu

bsmnt is a minimalist, futuristic dance club tucked away in the basement of Boston's W Hotel. This intimate spot, holding only 200 people, prioritizes the music, bringing in both established and emerging global DJs to spin house, techno, breakbeats, garage, and EDM. It's all about a raw, unpolished atmosphere with a focus on great sound, rather than flashy lights. The vibe: Formerly known as Tunnel, bsmnt truly lives up to its name, feeling like a sleek, underground subway or a futuristic space vessel. The visual appeal comes from its curvy couches, stylish decor, and multi-colored lighting that creates a unique curving effect on the ceiling. Unlike clubs that rely on elaborate light shows, bsmnt keeps lighting effects minimal, putting the spotlight on the powerful sound system. It delivers that raging nightclub feel but on a smaller, more exclusive scale. Time Out tip: We recommend arriving early to boost your chances of getting in and potentially snagging a cheaper cover charge. Be prepared for a bit of back-and-forth with the bouncers; they can be a tough crowd!

The Venice Artwalk returns for its 46th year to benefit the Venice Family Clinic with an auction and a free opportunity to glimpse the Venice and wider L.A. art scene. From May 9 to 18, pop into 910 Abbot Kinney to see (and potentially bid on) pieces from Ed Ruscha, Larry Bell, Ed Moses, Sayre Gomez and more. This year, the event will also turn its attention to L.A.’s post-wildfire landscape, with sections dedicated to artists who lost their homes or studios in the Palisades and Eaton Fires, as well as a celebration of Altadena’s legacy of Black artists.

Free from the robot clutches of the Transformers franchise and his last, direct-to-Netflix thriller 6 Underground, Michael Bay returns where he belongs: a car chase in Los Angeles surrounded by muscled, sweaty men.  War veteran Will Sharp (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II), in dire need of cash to pay for his wife’s unspecified surgery, asks his career criminal adoptive brother Danny (Jake Gyllenhaal) for help as a last recourse. Abdul-Mateen II is the more grounded of the two while Gyllenhaal is giving us crazy-eyes. What’s supposed to be an easy job gets really messy, really quickly, and the two brothers find themselves in a LA-wide police chase with an injured cop in the back of the ambulance they’ve hijacked. If he dies, their sentences will be much more severe. The steely EMT Cam (Eliza Gonzalez) rounds off this unhinged scenario, a relatively sane counterweight to the odd-couple brothers as she tries to keep the cop alive.  Ambulance is a remake of a 2005 Danish film of the same name, but pimped up à la Bay. Something is always happening, very loudly, and everyone is concerned with looking very cool while it happens. Most of the action happens inside the titular ambulance, and credit to Bay for making it feel as cramped and frenetic as the story demands through sweaty close-ups and lunatic banter. His camera goes from trembling close-ups to swooping helicopter shots of his beloved LA at dizzying speed. Something is always happening, very loudly, and everyone is concerned with loo

Throughout the summer, Lower East Side hidden gem Sesh Comedy is hosting a BYOB summer pop-up. Each ticket comes with an alcoholic drink of choice, while BYOB is still encouraged. Each night hosts two shows that run for 75 minutes each, and features comedians from Comedy Central, HBO, Colbert, Netflix, Amazon, and more. Lineups change weekly, so be sure to check out @seshcomedy on Instagram for weekly show details!

Looking for some hilarious free fun this summer? Every Tuesday night at Pete’s Candy Store in Williamsburg, the “The Biggest Little Venue in NYC”, comedy fans can gather for a free show at 7pm! The lineups change weekly and can be found on the show’s Instagram and Facebook pages. For the safety of both the performers and the audience, proof of full vaccination is required for attendance. A full-service bar will be available with drinks and snacks for purchase throughout the show. 

Hudson River Park is currently displaying a new public art exhibition, displaying works by graduates from NYC SALT, an arts nonprofit photography program that gives students the opportunity to develop both their artistic and career skills in the field. The exhibition focuses on the diverse and dynamic communities throughout the city that the SALT alumni call home, and features 22 works displayed on 7-by-9 foot panels along the park.

Em maedos da década de 
80, Tommaso Buscetta, um importante membro da Cosa Nostra, a máfia da Sicília, tornou-se num dos primeiros arrependidos da história desta organização, fornecendo informações ao juiz anti-máfia Giovanni Falcone. Alguns anos mais tarde, a sua delação levaria à prisão de Totò Riina, o líder
 da Cosa Nostra, desferindo um sério golpe na organização, e conduziria até o antigo primeiro-ministro Giulio Andreotti à barra do tribunal (seria ilibado). Há em Itália uma longa tradição de “filmes de máfia”
(e de séries e telefilmes), sejam mais policiais e de acção, sejam mais documentais ou políticos. O Traidor, de Marco Bellochio, que conta a história de Buscetta, essencialmente a partir da altura em que passou a colaborar com as autoridades, é uma contribuição maior para este acervo. Bellochio apresenta-nos um Buscetta membro da Cosa Nostra “à antiga”. Isto é, antes que o tráfico de droga tenha substituído o de tabaco como a mais lucrativa actividade da organização, levando o monstruoso Riina
ao poder, desencadeando uma guerra no meio do crime siciliano e fazendo tábua rasa dos valores que a orientavam (nunca matar mulheres ou crianças, por exemplo). A certa altura, Buscetta 
(o magnificamente sóbrio Pierfrancesco Favino, que já vimos em Romanzo Criminale ou em Suburra), diz a Falcone ser um desses “homens de honra” dos tempos pré-tráfico de droga 
e massacres indiscriminados. Ao que este responde estar farto do “mito da máfia nobre e honrada”. Bellochio não min

2025 was the year of hearty schnitzels, indulgent sticky toffee puddings, playful  soft-serve, and meticulously crafted crudos. Sandwiches remain king, while caviar continues to glitter at the other end of the spectrum. Read more: I visited this beautiful new Montreal sandwich shop and it may be the most stunning in Canada Most new openings flaunted marble interiors and striking lighting, with staff donning tailored jackets to elevate the experience. After exploring the city’s most buzzworthy tables—new or established—here are the ten standout restaurants that defined my year. Check out: The full list of Quebec Michelin-starred restaurants 1. Park Chef Antonio Park presides over the kitchen with wisdom, care, and determination. His passion translates into impeccably precise nigiri and sashimi, and a forward-looking vision, passing the omakase menu to Natalia Ramos from Brazil, who honed her skills at Evvai and Tuju (both Michelin-starred). Park’s cuisine proudly showcases his multicultural roots. Photograph: Courtesy Restaurant Park 2. Bistro Franquette Franquette proves that a restaurant’s greatness isn’t in extravagant décor but in the chef’s clear vision and obsessive attention to detail. Even a simple salad becomes memorable thanks to expert balance and nuance. Bread baked in-house begs to be shared, and the perfectly executed onglet (a reminder why it's a noble cut), and the fries—crafted over three days—might just be the year’s best. Sincere, masterful, and deeply sat

Time Out a publié la liste des rues les plus branchées au monde — des avenues où l’on peut réellement vivre la vie locale, s’imprégner de la culture d’avant-garde, découvrir des trésors cachés et ressentir l’identité d’une ville. Pour établir le classement, l’équipe mondiale de voyage de Time Out a demandé à ses experts et rédacteurs de nommer la rue incarnant le meilleur de leur ville. La liste a ensuite été affinée, chaque rue étant évaluée selon des critères tels que la gastronomie, les boissons, la culture, le divertissement et l’esprit communautaire. Quelle est la rue la plus branchée au monde? La Rua do Senado à Rio de Janeiro a été classée rue la plus branchée du monde, suivie d’Orange Street à Osaka en deuxième position, de la Rua do Bonjardim à Porto en troisième, de Fanghua Street à Chengdu en quatrième, et de Sherbrooke Street West à Montréal en cinquième place. Discrète mais emblématique, la rue Sherbrooke Ouest — la deuxième plus longue rue de l’île de Montréal, dont le tracé aurait à l’origine suivi un sentier autochtone — est une artère est-ouest majeure que de nombreux Montréalais tiennent pour acquise, en grande partie parce qu’elle a tout simplement toujours existé… depuis près de 300 ans. RECOMMANDÉ : Les 50 meilleures choses à faire à Montréal Photograph: Marc Cramer Caractéristiques de la rue Sherbrooke Ouest Des dinosaures et milliers d’artefacts dignes d’un film d’Indiana Jones, exposés dans un joyau architectural de style néoclassique grec, aux insti

C’est officiel : Tanière³ est le tout premier gagnant du prix Art of Hospitality décerné par les 50 Meilleurs Restaurants d’Amérique du Nord. Quiconque a déjà mis les pieds au Tanière³, à Québec, sait à quel point l’expérience gastronomique y est inoubliable. Désormais, cette réputation est officiellement reconnue. Ouvert en 1977 sous le nom La Tanière dans le Vieux-Québec, puis réinventé en 2019 sous sa forme actuelle, Tanière³ — doublement étoilé MICHELIN — propose deux expériences uniques : le Chef’s Counter Cellar et le Dining Room Cellar. Photograph: Courtesy of Tanière3 Chacune promet d’emmener vos papilles vers de nouveaux sommets grâce à une approche immersive et audacieuse. Photograph: Courtesy of Tanière3 C’est ce qui a inspiré les 50 Meilleurs Restaurants d’Amérique du Nord à décerner au resto le prix Art of Hospitality 2025. Photograph: Courtesy of Tanière3 En préparation de sa toute première édition du palmarès nord-américain, très attendue le 25 septembre, l’organisation des 50 Meilleurs Restaurants a dévoilé quelques-uns de ses lauréats inauguraux, dont ce prix Art of Hospitality 2025, commandité par Lee Kum Kee. Photograph: Simon Ferland | Tanière³ Tanière³ entre dans l’histoire en devenant son tout premier récipiendaire. Installé dans les voûtes historiques de la maison Leber et Charest, entre le fleuve Saint-Laurent et la place Royale, Tanière³ propose une expérience exclusive à 10 convives dans son Chef’s Counter Cellar, en contact direct avec le c

What we love about Montreal's food scene—and one of the reasons why it’s so famous—is because of its intimate, multicultural nature. Sometimes nostalgic and always serious, it’s impossible not to feel the warmth of Quebecers—that sense of hospitality and generosity. It breaks down barriers and upholds tradition. In the words of Chef David McMillan, "Quebec’s clientele is the best in the world," adding that diners are also curious, open-minded, and bon vivants—a dream for any chef. And if there is a chef duo that exemplifies this niche in an exceptional way, continuously making Montreal shine on the international stage with their flagship restaurant, Montreal Plaza, it’s Charles-Antoine Crête and Cheryl Johnson. In February, a new member of their culinary family was born next door to their famous eaterie: welcome, Juliette Plaza. Juliette Plaza ticks most of the boxes mentioned in the first paragraphs of this review. Guests should expect very personal dishes from the Crête-Johnson duo, plates where you could imagine what Juliette Crête (Charles-Antoine's mother) might have served during family gatherings (with a sprinkle of madness and a zest for life). Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed into a cleverly arranged small dining room that can accommodate up to 30 people. When it comes to the decor, the playful nostalgia will make you smile: Asterix comics on the wall, Smurf figurines, and an upside-down boat hanging from the ceiling. Photograph: Tommy Dion The menu unfolds in four

Yaremi Kordos & Evolution Cuban Jazz and young Croatian pianist Borna Pehar are the headline acts at Jazz in the Vineyard in Međimurje, which takes place August 23-25. Given the prime Saturday night slot, the Havana singer has already performed with the big names from Buena Vista Social Club and will be appearing here with top double bass player Roland Abreu and Polish tenor saxophonist Taras Bakovskyi. Their Latin jazz party starts at 8.30pm on August 24. The stand-out act for Sunday’s programme, the Borna Pehar 4tet is led by the namesake Croatian musician whose debut album, Timezone, mainly features his own original compositions. Their show starts at 6pm, followed at 8pm by singer Tamara Mózes and keyboard player Zsolt Kaltenecker, who describe their style as chamber artpop. Bruno Mesarić Before then, the up-and-coming musicians from Slovenia’s respected Škola Jazz Ravne take the stage at 3.30pm. The opening night on Friday will be headlined by Poland’s TANTYFREAKY, whose new album, Theory of Love, showcases the psychosoul and electro jungle of this fourpiece. Now in its fourth year, Jazz in the Vineyard takes place at the top of Mađerka hill, cascading vineyards around it and a breathtaking view that takes in Austria, Hungary and Slovenia. In addition to the concerts, musicians will be sharing their knowledge at several masterclasses, while visitors can view the exhibition, Portraits – Music in the Picture, in co-operation with a festival from Slovenia, Jazz Ravne. In b

A seaside oasis with the most enchanting view in all of Dubrovnik right from its terrace, the Banje Beach Restaurant offers a world-class dining experience in a chic and elegant Mediterranean atmosphere. Right alongside the Ploče Gate that leads into the Old Town, Banje Beach is perfectly located after a hard day’s sightseeing, an urban getaway only five minutes’ walk from the historic landmarks around Dubrovnik. This is where you can lay your towel on the sand, enjoy a dip in the clear waters of the Adriatic, and stretch out and work on that tan. Overlooking this idyllic scene, the Banje Beach Restaurant provides diners with dishes showcasing Mediterranean flavours with a hint of essential Dalmatian tradition. Here, local seasonal produce is brought to the fore. Banje Beach Restaurant This is best illustrated by the Lunch Menu, with its oysters from Pelješac, its seafood risotto, its octopus salad and its spaghetti vongole. To sample the best that Dalmatia has to offer, order the Dalmatian platter for two, a majestic spread of octopus, prosciutto, cheese, anchovies and olives. Mussels take the starring role in mussels buzara, their flavour brought out by the white-wine sauce. Carnivores can indulge in the meat platter for two, sirloin steak as the centrepiece. Lamb chops, the meat marinated in Dalmatian herbs, would also be a delicious choice. The kids can tuck into a mini burger or fish & chips and for dessert, be tempted to pancakes, ice cream or a banana split. There’s

Easter is a time of great tradition in Croatia, and nowhere more so than in Podravina, the area around Koprivnica near the Hungarian border. There, four masters of naïve art have long been painting huge eggs, to be sent around the world. The art project Pisanice od srca, ‘Writings from the Heart’, has been a part of the holiday season for the last 15 years. This year, two of their creations will be heading to the Volkswagen headquarters in Wolfsburg, Germany, where they will be put on display for business clients and visitors to the museum. Each Easter egg bears the motif of the city it goes to, woven into the layers of colours and shapes created by each painter. “We need three to four days for the Easter egg to be finished, painted and dried,” explains one of the quartet, Zlatko Štrfiček. The other eggs he and his team have created will centrepiece the main square in Koprivnica, Zrinski trg, until April 8. Paula Bosančić

Croatia’s unique track of Donji Kraljevec is the subject of the first show in a major docu-series on speedway being released this week. Twist the Throttle allows fans to get up close and personal to the riders, tracks and stories that make this sport so popular. And no story can be as personal as Donji Kraljevec, outside Goričan, a roar away from the Hungarian border. The hallowed track, constructed from the ground up by top Yugoslav rider Zvonimir Pavlic, has a long history associated with the motorsport.  Three-time Speedway World Champion, Tai Woffinden, for example, has been racing at Croatia’s first track at Goričan since his early twenties, his opponents including the son of the family who own the 305-metre loop. They built racer Jurica Pavlic a track in his backyard, every racing kid’s dream, catapulting him to success as 2007 Individual European Champion. Jurica went on to ride in the Polish Ekstraliga, the world’s pre-eminent speedway league.  The first part of Twist the Throttle, released on Wednesday, March 20, shows how Croatia is woven into the story of speedway racing. The series culminates with episode five, with “55,000 people in Poland where the sport is the biggest,” according to one rider. FIM Speedway, Goričan Reopened in 2022, Donji Kraljevec has again become the home of Croatian speedway, with fans flying into Zagreb and making their way to the unique track at Goričan. This year’s meet takes place on April 27, Round One of the 30th anniversar

A perfect combination of modernity and tradition, Croatia’s second-largest city Split is a perfect spot to experience the Dalmatian way of living. There are many reasons why we fell in love with the vibrant city of Split. From the beautiful architecture that dates back to Roman times to panoramic views from Marjan Hill, Split has it all. Moreover, it’s a great base for memorable day trips to nearby towns and islands. Here are our top five reasons why we love visiting Split. We’re sure you will love it, too! Lucija Vukusic 1.Split’s historical charm Split is a town with a rich history. Just a stroll around the Old Town will reveal a great number of treasures. The Riva promenade is a must-visit and the best starting point for your exploration. From there, you can witness the grandeur of Diocletian’s Palace, the summer residence of Roman Emperor Diocletian. Zhivko DimitrovDiocletian's Palace & Peristil Visit the Peristil, the historic square where you will see the Cathedral of St Dominus, an ancient Egyptian sphinx and maybe even meet some Roman soldiers. Wander the Old Town’s labyrinthine alleys, see all the famous statues and marvel at the amazing ancient architecture. All these attractions are within walking distance of each other and they are to be explored by foot. You’ll only need one afternoon for Old Town sightseeing. VIP Holiday BookerAppetisers in a Split restaurant 2.Gourmet dining in Split Its coastal location and Mediterranean climate influence the culinary de

Visitar las principales atracciones turísticas de una ciudad está muy bien, pero solo cuando nos desviamos por un callejón perdido o tropezamos por una avenida arbolada podemos conocer el verdadero carácter de cada ciudad. Las calles son el corazón de la vida urbana; es donde las comunidades se reúnen, donde los pequeños comercios se convierten en protagonistas y donde los ciudadanos salen, pasan el rato y se divierten. Dicho esto, ¿cuáles son las mejores calles del mundo que vale la pena conocer y pasear por ellas? Para encontrar la respuesta, nuestro equipo global de editores y colaboradores aportó (e hizoun estudio) de la calle más bonita de su ciudad y, de ahí, creamos un ranking definitivo de las mejores avenidas, vías, callejuelas y bulevares del planeta. En primer lugar encontramos High Street, en Melbourne, Australia. Esta vía atraviesa los ultramodernos suburbios de Northcote, Thornbury y Prestons, y lo que la hace destacar son sus empresas locales y únicas. Desde Casa Nata, donde vienen auténticos pasteles portugueses, hasta Northside Wines, donde se puede degustar el vino local, pasando también por tiendas vintage y un cine independiente, esta calle está llena de vida. En segunda posición está una de las calles más antiguas de Hong Kong: el Hollywood Road, una bulliciosa vía que data de 1844 y que, según la leyenda, recibió ese nombre por los arbustos de acebo que antiguamente la bordeaban. Actualmente, ha cambiado, pero en esta calle hay de todo: el templo Man Mo,

Visitar les principals atraccions turístiques està molt bé, però només quan ens desviem per un carreró perdut o ensopeguem per una avinguda arbrada podem conèixer el veritable caràcter de cada ciutat. Els carrers són el cor de la vida urbana; són on les comunitats es reuneixen, on els petits comerços es converteixen en protagonistes i on els ciutadans surten, passen l’estona i es diverteixen. Dit això, quins són els millors carrers del món que val la pena conèixer i passejar-hi? Per trobar la resposta, el nostre equip global d’editors i col·laboradors va aportar (i fer un estudi) del carrer més vibrant de la seva ciutat i, d’aquí, vam crear un rànquing definitiu de les millors avingudes, vies, carrerons i bulevards del planeta. En el primer lloc trobem High Street, a Melbourne, Austràlia. Aquesta via travessa els ultramoderns suburbis de Northcote, Thornbury i Prestons, i el que la fa destacar són les empreses locals i úniques que acull. Des de Casa Nata, on venen autèntics pastissos portuguesos, fins a Northside Wines, on es pot tastar el vi local, passant també per botigues vintage i un cinema independent, aquest carrer està ple de vida.  En segona posició hi ha un dels carrers més antics de Hong Kong: el Hollywood Road, una bulliciosa via que data del 1844 i que, segons la llegenda, va rebre aquest nom pels arbusts de grèvol que antigament la vorejaven. Actualment, ha canviat, però en aquest carrer hi ha de tot: el temple Man Mo, centres culturals, restaurants, bars i molt

To explore Croatia by sea is to reveal its true secrets. Croatia has it all – the range of sailing options, the spectacular scenery, the unspoiled bays, the myriad islands and, most importantly, clear, calm and clean waters around them. Europe’s finest sailing playground is affordable, relatively safe (at sea and on shore) and contains a diversity of destinations for all kinds of visitors. Novice sailors can charter a boat with a qualified skipper, potter around the islands, and find out as much, or as little, about sailing as they'd like. Those who are serious about learning to sail, or improving their skills, can take a course at one of the sailing schools. Sailors of varying abilities, wanting the security and bonhomie of a group, can join a flotilla holiday. If your party includes someone with a skipper’s ticket there’s a multitude of charter options, with yachts and motorboats, while high rollers can take a fully crewed luxury yacht, classic or contemporary, and cruise the party hotspots. © Nature Park TelaščicaTelaščica on Kornati Where to go It’s surprising how much you can see in a week. The diverse appeal of Croatia’s 2,000 islands, islets and reefs, together with the varied mainland ports and anchorages, will leave you wanting to come back for more. In the north, the Istrian peninsula and Kvarner Bay have a high concentration of marinas and a more cosmopolitan feel than Dalmatia, due to the pervasive Italian influence. If gastronomy and culture are important, this