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Michelle Altenberg

Michelle Altenberg is a writer, traveler and member of the U.S. embassy community abroad. Originally from Texas, she and her husband have lived in London, England, Washington, D.C. and now Bucharest, Romania as part of the diplomatic mission. As a teenager, Michelle lived and studied in Florence, Italy, and she now returns as often as possible. In addition to traveling, Michelle enjoys spending time at home with her two dogs, Maple and Watson, and her rabbit Maxwell. Follow Michelle on Instagram or Threads at @AmericanExpatAbroad.

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Best Restaurants in Bucharest | Where to Eat in Romania’s Capital

The best restaurants in Bucharest for every occasion! One of the first things I realized after moving to Bucharest was that gosh—people here can cook! Almost every restaurant we’ve tried has exceeded our expectations. The depth of flavor, the creativity, the seasoning—chefs across Bucharest clearly know what they’re doing. Below I’ve included my list of …

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