Walking up an appetite in Armenia’s Caucasus mountains

Neighbouring Georgia gets all the attention when it comes to Caucasus adventures and cuisine, but nothing beats the ‘primeval happiness’ of a post-walk feast in Armenia - and there are far fewer trekkers

Wales on a plate: 10 of the best restaurants, hotels, pubs and food hubs

From market fare to fine dining – your gastronomic guide to the most delicious destinations around the country

Come for the views, stay for the cheese and wine: spring in France’s Massif Central

With volcanic peaks, wild flowers and hot springs, the Cantal region is the perfect destination for a springtime road trip

Seven restaurants to sample Spain’s hottest new chefs – without blowing the budget

The country is home to some of the world’s best modern cuisine, and these trailblazers serve inventive dishes at affordable prices

10 reasons to visit Spain in 2025: new holidays, hikes and cultural highlights

From villas in Galicia and hikes in La Gomera, to a new parador near Madrid and a horse fair in Jerez

An alpine winter feast: cheese, wine and a side dish of snowshoeing in France

A medieval Haute-Savoie village makes a great base for a gourmet break, with delicious comfort food and local wines. And the snowshoeing and skiing aren’t bad either, if you can drag yourself away from the table

10 restaurants not to miss in Edinburgh – 2025’s ‘most exciting food destination’

The Scottish capital’s new openings and creative chefs have grabbed the attention of the Good Food and Michelin guides. If you’re wondering where to tuck in, try these hot picks

Away with Anthony Burke: ‘We did yoga twice a day and listened to the monkeys and elephants at night’

In Guardian Australia’s weekly interview about travel, the Grand Designs Australia host reveals why he always packs a sketchbook, and welcomes things ‘not working out’

Away with Julia Busuttil Nishimura: ‘Visiting a local market gives you an insight into a new place’

In Guardian Australia’s weekly interview about travel, the cookbook author recounts a wild boar pasta she’ll never forget and the place where she feels most carefree

My culinary adventure on the Lisbon coast

The elegant towns of Cascais, Estoril and Sintra have plenty to offer, from romantic royal palaces to the best of Portuguese cuisine

Away with Zan Rowe: ‘I cried every day in Greece, it was that beautiful’

In Guardian Australia’s weekly interview about travel, the TV and radio presenter reveals the pasta dish that took her to ‘heaven’ – and the holiday ritual that resets her

Away with Adam Liaw: ‘One of my pet peeves when travelling is people who say they’re happy to go with the flow’

In Guardian Australia’s new series about travel, the Sydney cook and TV presenter explains why decisive people make the best travel companions

My voyage of good cheer around Finland – the world’s happiest country

With clean air, vast green spaces and more saunas than cars, Finns have plenty of reasons to be cheerful

Christmas on tap: six of the best UK pubs for the festive season

Santa is coming and these pubs are going to town with their tinsel and fairy lights, as well as hosting special drinks and events over the festive season

The magic of winter in West Cork, where music, food and drink lift the spirits

Ireland’s southernmost tip has been reinvigorated by new vibrant venues, markets and restaurants, which has brought an energy that brightens even the darker months