On the outskirts of old Bucharest, in an area that would undergo radical changes over the course of more than a century, a church built during Romania's War of Independence managed to survive urban transformations that erased streets, houses, and even other places of worship from the map. The S... Read more
In one of the most spectacular areas of Bucharest, right next to the Romanian Athenaeum and in the immediate vicinity of the former Royal Palace, a building with more than a century of history continues to change its role without losing its identity. This is the complex known today as the Boerescu-C... Read more
In interwar Bucharest, going to the cinema was not simply about watching a film. For an important part of the capital’s population, going to the movies had become a form of urban entertainment, an outing in the city and, at times, even a social ritual. At a time when American and European production... Read more
Turkish cuisine is one of the most generous gastronomic traditions you can discover in Bucharest. From kebab and döner to lahmacun, pide, meze, lentil soups, grilled dishes and pistachio desserts, the selection is varied enough to make every meal feel like a short journey into the gastronomy of Anat... Read more
Bucharest has become, in recent years, an increasingly interesting gastronomic destination for lovers of Japanese cuisine. From sushi and sashimi to ramen, tempura, teppanyaki, gyoza, and dishes inspired by Japanese home cooking, the capital's culinary scene is now diverse enough for every meal... Read more
In the heart of Bucharest’s Old Town, the ruins of the Old Princely Court preserve not only some of the most important traces of the medieval city, but also a fascinating collection of legends that have survived for centuries. The former residence of the Wallachian rulers is associated with the name... Read more
Autumn changes Bucharest not only through the rusty leaves in its parks and the softer afternoon light, but also through the atmosphere created by cafés, pastry shops and restaurants during this season. Decorative pumpkins, seasonal flowers, dried leaves, shades of orange, yellow and copper, togethe... Read more
Few Romanian actors entered the world of entertainment at such a young age as Horia Șerbănescu. He was only five years old when he first stepped onto the stage, in 1929, playing King Michael in the show “Miss Revista”, presented at the “Cărăbuș” Theatre. What followed was a career spanning many deca... Read more
Although Bucharest is located hundreds of kilometers from the seaside, fish and seafood lovers have numerous restaurants at their disposal where they can discover dishes inspired by the cuisine of the Danube Delta, the Black Sea, the Mediterranean or the Atlantic. The offer is diverse enough for a m... Read more
Lebanese cuisine has become one of the most appreciated Middle Eastern cuisines in Bucharest, and the range of restaurants in the capital is varied enough for a single meal out to turn into a true culinary journey. From smooth hummus and herb-filled tabbouleh to falafel, kibbeh, skewers, baba ghanou... Read more