When we booked our Viking Tulips & Windmills cruise, I was excited about seeing the colorful Dutch landscapes and historic cities. One of the highlights was a food tour called “Delicious Antwerp” that perfectly captured the essence of traditional Belgium food culture.

While many travelers come to Vienna for its imperial palaces and world-class art, I found myself drawn to another aspect of Austrian culture – its cuisine. After a morning exploring Vienna's coffee houses and museums, I was thrilled to trade artwork for apron strings...

While most of us are familiar with the pretty pastel sandwich cookies that have taken over pastry shops worldwide. But there’s a simpler, more traditional version with centuries of history behind it. I’m talking about the original macaron, the humble ancestor that started it all, hiding in the charming medieval town of Saint-Émilion.