Indonesian Baristas Test Their Brew
Coffee hype in Indonesia is rapidly growing, with cafes opening up throughout Jakarta and elsewhere. (JG Photo/J.P. Christo) A barista draws a figure of a dragon using latte art. (JG Photo/J.P....
View ArticleFinding the Rhythm and Soul of Brazil
A glimpse of downtown Sao Paulo, Brazil. (JG Photo/Vaso Ro) Better known for its stock exchange than the country’s national dish of feijoada , Sao Paulo is a huge melting pot where one might come to...
View ArticleA Weekend Away in Vienna, the World’s Top Livable City
A resident rides a bicycle in Vienna . (JG Photo/Vasco Ro) I decided to pay a visit to Vienna on a weekend in late fall. As a first-time visitor with no expectations, my decision to stay in the...
View ArticleHistoric Salamanca Entices Visitors With Its Cultural Mix
I had long wanted to explore Spain’s rich and glorious past. So, when the opportunity to visit Castile and Leon, a region west of capital Madrid, presented itself I reached out and grabbed it with both...
View ArticleVisiting Spain’s Medieval Frontier Between Christianity and Islam
Arcos’ majestic skyline. (JG Photo/Vasco Ro) It was quite late for breakfast and the cafe in the deep south of Andalusia didn’t have what I wanted.“You must try our classic Andalusian breakfast,” said...
View ArticleOne-Time Outpost of Empires Draws New-Age Explorers
A typical street in the Old Town district. (JG Photo/Vasco Ro) “What’s the name of the beach again, honey?” a woman asked while fanning herself on the train. Her companion checked out the stop before...
View ArticleSeville’s Inspiring Art and Old-World Charm
Sometimes you need a few glossy shots on a magazine spread to find inspiration. Honestly, I couldn’t even recall the name of the magazine but the potent image stayed. Jutting spires, swaying palms and...
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