To see a little of why Lepzig is being hailed as a 'new Berlin', head out of the city centre and to the up and coming neighbourhood of Plagwitz. Pretty canal views, industrial architecture and art await. My visit definitely made me wish I had more time. Read our post for a quick introduction to the area and some recommendations for things to do and places to eat.
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Located in the heart of Saxony, Leipzig makes for a great place to explore the region from. And if you're looking to try some traditional food from Saxony, Leipzig boasts several great places to do just that. I check out Ratskeller, which occupies the basement level of Leipzig's New Town Hall. Ratskeller makes for a fantastic lunch or dinner spot to soak up the historic building (it's 'new' but it's still old at over a century old) as well as take a break from sightseeing. It's tasty and hearty fare so come hungry!
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If you want to get to know a city better, I would thoroughly recommend a visit to their market (or at least one of them if they have a few). See what the local produce includes, feast on local delicacies and just enjoy the sights and sounds of the hustle and bustle of a market in full flow. I go to the big produce market in Figueres just before heading to the Dalí Theatre-Museum and also discover the delightful xuixo. Read on to find out more. A
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Home to the world's best restaurant, El Celler de Can Roca, Girona is a hot destination for foodies. And if you can't wait for a booking there, it's worth a trip to enjoy the city's dining scene anyway! I try Nu Restaurant, a place that likes to dabble in molecular gastronomy doing modern Catalan cuisine with an Asian twist. Great for trying out a selection of tapas dishes, ordering a more traditional style menu or their tasting menu.
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