Having travelled quite extensively through southern, western and Mediterranean Europe, this summer my sister and I decided to visit some Eastern European capitals. This part of the world has a rich and fascinating history that spans various wars and political upheaval – the impact of which can be felt today.
From art nouveau to Russian cuisine to contemporary Latvian dining and rooftop cocktails. Passionfruit eclairs to colourful buildings to a walk through the central market, this is what a few days in Riga looks like!
Boutique hotels like the Grand Poet Semarah
Upscale day spas like this one at the Riga Kempinski Hotel
Pastries galore at the Riga Central Market 
Like these meat filled beauties
Pretty architecture that peaks out of every corner 
Russian cuisine is very popular in Riga
If vodka is you’re thing, Eastern Europe will be your jam! 
The Fat Cafe that serves up dozens of types of eclairs
The coolest cafes that look like this 
The 14th Century House of the Blackheads monument 
The colourful streets are fairytale like 
The three oldest buildings in all of Latvia are in Riga at 17, 19, 21 Maza Pils Street (iela) and called ‘The Three Brothers’
Contemporary Latvian dining at Vincent’s
Art nouveau architecture can be seen throughout and especially on Albert Street 
Rooftop cocktails at Riga Terrace (Terrace d’Arte)
Signing off from Trastevere
Baci, Maria
