In the pristine waters off the coast of Croatia, just outside Dubrovnik, Pero Sare and his family have been farming oysters and mussels for generations. These delicious gems of the sea live just beneath the surface and take about a year to grow to maturity.

In 1756, Portugal's Douro Valley was established as the world's first protected wine-producing region, and is today a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Even though less than 20 percent of the land is farmable, there are 155 different grape varieties grown in Portugal.

Spiced and nutty in flavour, these traditional German Christmas cookies resemble soft gingerbread. Enjoy them at home or give as a gift either way they fill your home with delightful aromas while baking.