The Eternal City's culinary, architectural and historical delights stagger the mind any time of year, but visiting in February has its distinct advantages.
Thanks to a handful of new books by locals in the know, visitors to Istanbul can now delve even deeper into this city's culinary, artisanal and historical delights.
Sardinia, Italy - The Mediterranean Island of Sardinia has long been a favorite summer stop for Italians, but it's stunning beaches, growing culinary scene, and historical monuments have helped make it the top summer destination for international travelers.
But a new generation of culinary sleuths is using historical research, memory and instinct to recreate beloved dishes.
This six-day circular walk takes you through the best of the sights both natural and human, with plenty of chance to explore historical and culinary traditions.
In "The Tour Guide: Walking and Talking New York" (University of Chicago Press), Professor Wynn recalls his own experiences on a plethora of cultural, historical, maritime, culinary and educational tours conducted mostly for tourists, but also frequented by curious New Yorkers.
Bordeaux, France - While the beach is a natural summer draw for many travelers, a growing amount are opting for the unique historical and culinary attractions of France's world-famous wine capital, Bordeaux.
Originally planned by Walter Burley Griffin, Castlecrag on Sydney's picturesque Middle Harbour, just 8km from the CBD, is known more for its historical than its culinary significance.
(With characteristic irony, he mentions in his acknowledgments that writing it was 'an interesting, prolonged experience'.) Within its gorgeous pink covers, you will find information cultural, geographical, historical, spiritual and culinary, not to mention a vast collection of recipes that range from street food through palace cooking, to exquisite desserts.
These notable medicinal, nutritional, and culinary benefits have resulted in historical and growing popularity of the sunflower and its constituent parts worldwide.
