Burgundy
East across the stream from Cluny's medieval centre, this popular eatery is pleasantly situated in an old stone building with a glassed-in porch and…
Burgundy
East across the stream from Cluny's medieval centre, this popular eatery is pleasantly situated in an old stone building with a glassed-in porch and…
Côte d'Azur
Blackboard menus, pavement tables, a wall of wines and hearty dishes such as steak béarnaise, fish soup and slow-roasted lamb: really, what more do you…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Housed in beautiful 16th-century Hôtel de Marle, this gorgeous cafe in the Institut Suédois (Swedish Institute) cultural centre lures Parisians with its…
The Cotswolds
Tucked away in a cobbled yard, Jesse’s is a very pleasant little spot, with flagstone floors, wood-beamed ceilings and mosaic tables. Delectable dishes…
Lyon & the Rhône Valley
At first glance, you know Le Restique is a find. Tucked in a side street in the heart of the old town, this cosy little place with a wooden interior…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
Whether you're in search of an artsy canal-side hang-out or a picnic to go, this winning cafe has all the goods: soup served in army-issued tin bowls,…
Keswick
It's a little out of the way, in Portinscale, but this cafe is a popular stop-off for passengers on the Keswick Launch, with a lunch menu of flatbreads,…
Rouen
Walk through the grand and historic, early-20th-century façade and you’ll discover a delightfully civilised selection of pastries, cakes and chocolates…
Évora
Along the pedestrian lane of restaurant-lined Alcarcova de Baixo, the cavernous Piparoza is a standout for its huge menu and lively ambience. Open from…
The Beiras
On the main road through the modern village, O Celta (The Celt) serves up a cheerful farmhouse atmosphere and filling country staples, including a…
St Ives
Tucked away in the old artists' quarter and housed in a converted net loft, this relaxed bistro is a good bet. The menu has a choice of meat, seafood and…
Guernsey
Guernsey's best Chinese restaurant is decked out in sultry crimson and the seafood-heavy menu (mostly Cantonese with some Szechuan dishes) makes great use…
Aix-en-Provence
Smack bang in the centre of old Aix, this jolly little restaurant specialises in southwestern cuisine, which means copious amounts of duck, rabbit and…
Marseille
Peron is a premium address for seafood in Marseille, with the advantage of a stunning cliftop perch and views over the water to the Îles du Frioul. Expect…
Dublin
It's quite the scene at this underground Mexican restaurant, where the music is loud and the food – tacos, tostadas and main courses such as salmon…
Amiens
Fruit and veggies grown in the city's market gardens, the Hortillonnages, are sold at this one-time floating market, now held on dry land.
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Craft cocktails marry perfectly with the exquisite dishes of chef Terumitsu Saito, flavoured with edible flowers and a profusion of herbs, at this…
Rennes
A lovely spot for breakfast, Cafe Albertine is bright as a new pin and a relaxing environment for a pick-me-up coffee or a snack. There are friendly…
South Cornwall
Falmouth's much-loved wholefood hang-out, where everyone heads for their pulses, local veg, tofu and ecofriendly goods, also has a small cafe serving…
The Lake District
Run by a local family, this bright and cheery cafe makes the perfect stop for lunch – whether you're in the mood for homemade soup, a big chunky sandwich,…
Setúbal
A standout among Avenida Luísa Todi's long line of carbon copy seafood restaurants more for its size and intimacy than anything, but the food here is a…
St-Tropez
Super-friendly staff serve delicate specialities like a perfectly poached egg with foie gras, all under the watchful eyes of Marilyn, Brigitte and Audrey …
Annecy
A zestier alternative to heavier Savoyard cuisine, this build-your-own Thai noodle bar does a roaring trade from a small shopfront. Choose a rice or…
Bruges
Duck the tourist crowds at this popular lunch spot for well-heeled locals. The monochrome boutique styling is a bit formal, but it’s a friendly place and…
Clerkenwell, Shoreditch & Spitalfields
Perfect for a sunny day when its sides are opened onto bustling Exmouth Market, this place is a relaxed affair, offering all-day dining and drinking. The…
Clerkenwell, Shoreditch & Spitalfields
The Moorish cuisine on offer at this Exmouth Market institution straddles the Strait of Gibraltar, with influences from Spain, Portugal and North Africa –…
Lowland Perthshire & Kinross
The Boathouse serves brunch and lunch (plus dinner Friday and Saturday), mostly with an Italian or Scottish flavour, and there's a deck with a view across…
County Clare
The choice of soups changes daily at this cosy cafe, which dishes up warming bowls of creamy garden pea, French onion with croutons, vegan leek and potato…
Paris
No typo – it's that cheap. This pocket-sized den feels like you've been let in on a secret. Sandrine prepares excellent food that anyone can appreciate –…
Amsterdam
A lovely open-fronted bar right by the canal, with a superb terrace that's just perfect for a summer drink. Quaff beers by local Amsterdam breweries…
Scotland
Britain’s most elegant equine accommodation – the stables of grand Hopetoun House, where the earls of Hopetoun once housed their pampered racehorses – is…
Parc National des Pyrénées
Inside the market (Les Halles de Cauterets), cheese lovers can swoon over the seemingly endless varieties of fromage as well as liqueurs (including one…
Leith
The atmospheric dining room in the popular Shore pub is a haven of wood-panelled peace, with old photographs, nautical knick-knacks, fresh flowers and an…
Outer Hebrides
The stylish and family-friendly cafe-bar at the arts centre serves a broad range of freshly prepared dishes, from tasty bacon rolls at breakfast to…
Outer Hebrides
Black-and-chrome decor and grey-granite tabletops lend an art deco air to this busy diner, whose menu covers all bases from gourmet burgers to smoked…
Anglesey & the North Coast
Wal is a convivial little place, its cosy interior bisected by Roman arches and packed with merry people. The staff are charming and the plates are big,…
Caen
Popular Sa Se Su serves up delicious bowls of bun bo (rice noodles mixed with lettuce, carrots and coriander, and topped with beef, chicken or shrimp). It…
Strasbourg
Victor is almost single-handedly reinventing fast food in this corner of Strasbourg, with his wholesome tartines (open sandwiches), salads and soups,…
Inverness
This spectacular glass-fronted restaurant offers a great menu of top Scottish produce with a Mediterranean or Asian touch, and a view over the River Ness …
Edinburgh
The Buffalo Grill is cramped, noisy, fun and always busy, so book ahead. An American-style menu offers burgers, steaks and side orders of fries and onion…
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