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Gluten-Free Italy: The Essential Guide 2026
Pasta…pizza…bread… Italy might seem like a nightmare for anyone on a gluten-free diet. Surprisingly, it is actually one of the safest and most accommodating places in the world for celiacs and gluten-sensitive travelers. Far from being a land where wheat is non-negotiable, Italy treats gluten…
Vegan Bali: The Essential Guide 2026
Bali isn’t just friendly to vegans. It’s one of the most vegan-dense destinations on Earth. With over 200 plant-based restaurants across the island and a cuisine that was already heavily plant-based before the word “vegan” existed, the island offers something rare: a place where vegan…
The Best Countryside Cooking Classes in Tuscany for Families
The Tuscany region of central Italy is geographically diverse, spanning mountains in the north, river valleys, and coastal beaches. Tuscany is famous for its vineyard-covered landscapes across rolling hills, and the culinary traditions across generations that came with it. One of the more popular regions…
Sicilian Cooking Classes with Kids: From Markets to Family Tables
Taking a cooking class in Sicily is a dramatically different experience from taking one in Rome or Florence. Many are not in commercial kitchens at all. The classes are held in real family homes, with market tours that start on the chaotic streets of Palermo…
The Best Pizza-Making Classes in Naples for Families
The birthplace of pizza: Naples. The art of Neapolitan “Pizzaiolo”, or pizza maker, is recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Now, your kids might not care about the UNESCO rating, but the chance to make pizza at its birthplace will have them…
Where to Make Gelato in Florence: A Family Guide
Florence offers two completely different ways to make gelato with your kids: a quick city-center class that can fit between museum visits, or a half-day countryside escape into the Tuscan hills. Both are marketed as “family-friendly,” but they serve different ages, budgets, and travel styles….
We Took 5 Cooking Classes in Rome to Find the Best for Families
Rome has hundreds of cooking classes marketed as “family friendly.” And if you look through Cookly‘s 50+ experiences in Rome, there are over 20 that added the “family-friendly” label. Through years of sending thousands of travelers to these classes, and taking many ourselves, we realized…
Best Co-Working Spots in Ubud for Food-Loving Digital Nomads
Ubud has become one of Southeast Asia’s most beloved destinations for remote workers, and it’s easy to see why. Beyond the rice terraces and yoga studios, there’s a thriving community of digital nomads who’ve discovered what foodies have known for years: this town takes eating…
Koh Phangan’s Private Chef: A Spotlight on Island Cuisine
Nestled in Koh Phangan’s verdant jungles and serene beaches, Private Chef Mendy is redefining the island’s dining scene. From her vibrant DJ past to her current culinary escapades, she’s a story in every dish she serves. From Touring the World as a DJ to Becoming…
Why Taking Cooking Classes Is a Must for Your Next Holiday
Everyone needs some time off work to relax and recharge. A vacation is a blessing if you’re feeling burnt out, stressed, or simply want to give it all a break. But one can feel content relaxing under the sun and sipping cocktails only so much….
Gift Ideas for Parents this Holiday Season
You spent your whole childhood with them so shopping for a gift shouldn’t be that difficult, right? That’s not always the case. Sometimes it’s just tricky knowing what to buy for those who raised you. They seem to have everything they need or they go…
The Best Gift Ideas for Men Who Have Everything
Many people believe men are very difficult to buy for. Some of their interest are too niche or too expensive. Or they just go ahead and buy what they want. Maybe they just seem to not want anything! Whatever you’re dealing with, it might be…
The 15 Best Things to Make in a Mortar and Pestle in 2026
The “crafted condiments” movement has exploded in 2026, with industry surveys showing 90% of consumers are now open to trying new condiment products rather than reaching for the same bottled sauces. But instead of buying premium $12 jars of chimichurri or za’atar, home cooks are…
Homemade Caesar Dressing Recipe
Are you ready to give your salads a bold and flavorful makeover? Look no further than this zesty and delicious Caesar dressing recipe. Caesar dressing is the perfect way to add a punch of tangy, savory, and creamy flavors altogether, and it’s sure to be…
Delicious and Creamy Guacamole Recipe
Guacamole is a delicious and versatile dip made of ripe avocados, fresh lime juice, and a blend of aromatics and seasonings. It’s especially popular in Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisines and loved all around the world. The best thing about guacamole is that it’s so easy…
The Best Hummus Recipe
If hummus is not in your weekly rotation of dips, hang tight because you’re about to add the perfect side dish to your cookbook. You can dip hummus with some pita or vegetables, smear it on a sandwich, or serve it with roasted meat. It…
Fresh Gremolata Recipe
Gremolata is an amazing flavor booster for your dishes. This zesty, fresh condiment is simply made with minced parsley, garlic, and lemon zest, and it’s the perfect finishing touch for roast meats, fish, soups, and stews. Simple to make, gremolata is bright and bold with…
Delicious Basil Pesto (Alla Genovese) made with Mortar and Pestle
Italian pesto comes in all sorts of shapes and colors, but most people know the delicious basil pesto. And there seems to be a reason why this recipe is almost a universal constant when talking about pesto: it’s heavenly delicious! The basil pesto is a…
THAILAND
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THE CULINARY CAPITAL OF SOUTH EAST ASIA
Koh Phangan’s Private Chef: A Spotlight on Island Cuisine
Nestled in Koh Phangan’s verdant jungles and serene beaches, Private Chef Mendy is redefining the island’s dining scene. From her vibrant DJ past to her current culinary escapades, she’s a story in every dish she serves. From Touring the World as a DJ to Becoming…
Top Cities in Thailand to Explore Thai Food
What makes Thai food amazing is that it celebrates fresh ingredients and bold flavors at the same time. A Thai dish is never complete without combining something spicy, sour, sweet, and salty. The tricks Thai cooks have been incorporating seem to be working just fine,…
The Must-Haves for Cooking Thai Food
Thai basil, lemongrass, coconut milk, ginger: Thai cuisine is fragrant and full of exotic flavors. The famous Pad Thai might be the first thing that comes to your mind when talking about Thai food, but the cuisine includes many different combinations that will tickle your…
BALI!
WHEN IN ROME
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Gluten-Free Italy: The Essential Guide 2026
Pasta…pizza…bread… Italy might seem like a nightmare for anyone on a gluten-free diet. Surprisingly, it is actually one of the safest and most accommodating places in the world for celiacs and gluten-sensitive travelers. Far from being a land where wheat is non-negotiable, Italy treats gluten…
The Best Countryside Cooking Classes in Tuscany for Families
The Tuscany region of central Italy is geographically diverse, spanning mountains in the north, river valleys, and coastal beaches. Tuscany is famous for its vineyard-covered landscapes across rolling hills, and the culinary traditions across generations that came with it. One of the more popular regions…
Sicilian Cooking Classes with Kids: From Markets to Family Tables
Taking a cooking class in Sicily is a dramatically different experience from taking one in Rome or Florence. Many are not in commercial kitchens at all. The classes are held in real family homes, with market tours that start on the chaotic streets of Palermo…
The Best Pizza-Making Classes in Naples for Families
The birthplace of pizza: Naples. The art of Neapolitan “Pizzaiolo”, or pizza maker, is recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Now, your kids might not care about the UNESCO rating, but the chance to make pizza at its birthplace will have them…
Where to Make Gelato in Florence: A Family Guide
Florence offers two completely different ways to make gelato with your kids: a quick city-center class that can fit between museum visits, or a half-day countryside escape into the Tuscan hills. Both are marketed as “family-friendly,” but they serve different ages, budgets, and travel styles….
We Took 5 Cooking Classes in Rome to Find the Best for Families
Rome has hundreds of cooking classes marketed as “family friendly.” And if you look through Cookly‘s 50+ experiences in Rome, there are over 20 that added the “family-friendly” label. Through years of sending thousands of travelers to these classes, and taking many ourselves, we realized…
VIETNAM
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THE HOME OF PHO AND SO MUCH MORE
Essential Tools for Cooking Vietnamese Food
Vietnamese cuisine, also known as the “Saigon kitchen,” is renowned for its harmonious blend of fresh herbs and bold condiments, achieving a great harmony of aromatics, heat, sweetness, and sourness in every dish. From the traditional staples to the more modern fusion dishes, the vibrant…
Best Places to Eat Pho in Hanoi
Hanoi: The City “Between Rivers” Known for their centuries-old architecture and deeply influenced through its multicultural way of life, Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is where we begin our next food journey. “Ha Noi” in Vietnamese means ‘river’ ‘inner’, as the city is located between the…