Food & Drink

Dining guides, recipes, and delicious food inspiration for everyday cooking and memorable meals out.

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    The Best Buffet Items to Try on a DFDS Mini Cruise

    ByLaura Dawson

    The Explorer’s Kitchen buffet on DFDS King Seaways & Princess Seaways offers excellent value — all-you-can-eat dinner (~£21 adult) and breakfast (~£8.75) deliver global flavours from fresh salads and soups to American-style burgers, Greek meatballs, Spanish omelettes, Indian daal, Mediterranean paella and hearty Dutch-inspired desserts. Standout dishes include juicy burgers & hot dogs with all the trimmings, rich Greek-style meatballs, flavour-packed paella, and a generous cheese selection perfect for post-dinner grazing — portions are satisfying and quality far exceeds typical ferry expectations when pre-booked. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are clearly marked and plentiful — making it family-friendly and inclusive for different diets. The relaxed, bright restaurant setting with panoramic sea views turns meals into part of the mini-cruise experience — perfect for refuelling between deck walks, live entertainment and arrival in Amsterdam. For something more plated and refined, the North Sea Bistro à la carte (~£26 for 2 courses) offers elevated dining — but the buffet remains the best-value, most fun way to eat onboard.

  • 10 Places to Eat in San Antonio, Ibiza

    ByLaura Dawson

    San Antonio has grown far beyond its party-hard reputation — today the harbour and Sunset Strip offer sunset dining that rivals anywhere on the island, blending laid-back beach-club energy with surprisingly refined food. Leopard Ibiza Rest sits right on the marina — order fresh pesto pasta or grilled meats with a bottle of crisp white wine while watching boats bob and the sky turn pink; it’s affordable, relaxed and one of the best-value spots for lunch or early dinner. Itaca Beach Club (part of the Ocean Beach family) brings laid-back Jamaican jerk chicken, fresh fish tacos and strong mojitos to the strip — perfect for daytime lounging that easily drifts into evening cocktails. Mint Lounge on Sunset Strip delivers elevated plates — standout lobster & prosecco risotto, popcorn chicken sharers and creative cocktails — paired with unbeatable views as the sun melts into the sea. Café Mambo and Café del Mar remain iconic sunset institutions — book ahead for a table, order sharing plates and cocktails, and let world-class DJs soundtrack one of the most famous sunsets on earth. Whether you want casual marina lunches, upscale sunset dinners or pure vibes with great food, San Antonio now offers some of Ibiza’s most memorable meals — all with that perfect sea breeze and golden-hour glow.

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    3 Reasons Giada at The Cromwell in Las Vegas Is Worth Trying

    ByLaura Dawson

    Giada brings fresh, approachable Italian cuisine to the Strip — Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef Giada De Laurentiis delivers family-style plates with bright flavours in a stylish, window-wrapped dining room overlooking the Strip. Start with the warm bread basket — house focaccia and crispy lavosh with homemade pesto, chilli oil and garlic aioli set an impossibly high standard. Fritto Misto (lightly battered shrimp & calamari) and pea & pancetta arancini are perfect sharers — crisp, flavour-packed and generous enough for two. The signature whole roasted chicken cacciatore (for two) arrives juicy and tender in rich tomato sauce — pair it with smashed lemon potatoes and parmesan-roasted broccolini for a memorable meal. Views, service and quality make Giada feel special without being stuffy — ideal for couples, celebrations or anyone craving elevated yet comforting Italian on the Strip.