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- 25 Augtibi60 in Food Experiences | NO COMMENTS
The food lover’s guide to Tasmania
Tasmania is famous or being one of the wildest, most unusual places in Australia, which is no mean feat considering the country’s outback and forests. This piece of untamed land is notoriously windy and it not exactly the paragon of good weather, but it is one of the cleanest places on the planet and does not only have a unique fauna, but flora as well.With the great fresh ingredients found in Tasmania, it’s only natural that the cuisine is not bad at all. The culinary offerings of Tasmania range from neighborhood bar food with surprising twists, as well as loads of high class restaurants where some of the best chefs in the world create wonders. So here’s a food lover’s guide to Tasmania. …
- 27 Junpapillon in Food Experiences | NO COMMENTS
A guide to street food in Hanoi, Vietnam
Hanoi, the Vietnamese capital, is the beating heart of Vietnamese life and culture, and one of the most exciting travel destinations in Asia. It’s well known that many of the most interesting local delicacies in Asia can be sampled on the street, and in Hanoi the situation is no different.While the modern past of the city is just as cosmopolitan as any other major capital in the world, there are little corners of the old Hanoi left where you can have a taste of life in the city decades ago, as well as its present rhythm and culture. So if you’re ready to experience the Vietnamese capital’s amazing cuisine, here’s a guide to street food in Hanoi. …
- 23 Junevike14 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
A backpacker’s guide to Bhutan
Bhutan
Nestled between two conspicuous and even notorious neighbors like the huge country of India and the autonomous region of Tibet, Bhutan seems hardly noticeable on the map. Not much is known of this country in general, and even less is heard about it, but adventurous tourists will probably know that this tiny mountain country is one of the best places to visit nowadays.
The untouched beauty of Bhutan is very little affected by the globalizing powers of tourism, and its national and cultural identity set it far apart from any of its neighboring countries. Bhutan is a place waiting to be discovered, and the best way to see it (as well as the easiest) is through a backpacking trip, so here’s a short backpacker’s guide to Bhutan. …
- 22 Junitachan in Food Experiences | NO COMMENTS
The scariest dishes in the world
photo by Will Merydith
Traveling and cuisine go fabulously well together, and so does traveling and extreme sports, but what about all three of them together? In some places, eating the local delicacies counts as an extreme sport, especially when your dish can land you in a hospital or even worse.
Fortunately for them, these dangerous dishes are also extremely delicious, and when they are well prepared there is no risk in eating them. Still, you’re likely to get a thrill or two while tasting the scariest dishes in the world, even while your mouth is watering, and here are a few examples. …
- 02 Junkachou_n in Food Experiences | NO COMMENTS
A short guide to Caribbean cuisine
The Caribbean is one of the most popular summer holiday destinations in the world, thanks to its lovely islands with tropical beaches and hundreds of resorts. Caribbean culture, with its art and music and (of course) food is also one of the most important things that draws tourists to these islands.Of course, there are lots of differences between the various islands and nations that make up the Caribbean, but if you have the option of visiting more than one destinations, here’s a short guide to Caribbean cuisine. …
- 24 Maykachou_n in Food Experiences | NO COMMENTS
The best street food in Cambodia
photo by Charlotte Marillet
Cambodia has had a pretty rough history, and even today, the country is quite poor by western standards. However, despite its streak of bad luck, it is still one of the most amazing places on the planet. Cambodia is a very diverse country with a fascinating culture – it’s enough to take a look at its magnificent temples and beautiful beaches to see why it’s becoming one of the most popular destinations in south-east Asia.
Best of all, there are many places in Cambodia that haven’t made it yet into the popular tourist brochures, which leaves you the pleasure of discovering them yourself. And on the topic of discoveries, here’s one of the treats that away you: the best street food in Cambodia. …
- 02 Mayevike14 in Food Experiences | NO COMMENTS
A short guide to Norwegian cuisine
photo by cyclonebill
Most anyone knows about smorgasbords, but what about other delicacies of Nordic cuisine? Norway doesn’t instantly conjure up images of mouth-watering concoctions, like the mention of France, but there is much to be found for foodies in these parts of Scandinavia. Norwegian cuisine is largely based on raw ingredients that were readily available for people in the past, and many of these unusual recipes are still widely used.
While ‘global’ dishes like pasta or pizza are just as commonplace in Norway as anywhere else, it is worth looking at the more traditional foods too on your trip to this amazing country, so here’s a short guide to Norwegian cuisine. …
- 25 Marevike14 in Food Experiences | NO COMMENTS
Where to eat the best gumbo in New Orleans
New Orleans
Southern cuisine is one of the most recognizable regional cuisines in the US, and also the most complex and refined one, according to many (but mostly locals from Louisiana and beyond). The objective truth is that Southerners have good reason to be proud of their cuisine.
The French, Cajun and Spanish influences have brought some exciting flavors into the food of the South, especially in the coastal states where there is plenty of seafood. Flamboyant New Orleans is the place to be if you’re craving some southern dishes, like gumbo, for example, that delicious Louisianan seafood stew. Here’s a list of places where you can eat the best gumbo in New Orleans. …
- 22 Marlizzy_a in Food Experiences | 2 COMMENTS
A short guide to Hungarian cuisine
photo by gran
Every country in Eastern and Central Europe has some special about its cuisine, and although sometimes it can be difficult to pinpoint where a particular dish came from, there are a few foods that are emblematic of their countries. Hungary might be a small country, but its cultural heritage, as well as its cuisine, are not to be neglected.
Nowadays, you can find traditional Hungarian restaurants and bakeries in most big cities, so here’s a short guide to Hungarian cuisine so that you’ll know what to order if you decide to try it out. …
- 15 Janitachan in Food Experiences | 1 COMMENT
Top 5 travel destinations for vegetarians
Keeping up a vegetarian diet while traveling is not as easy as it sounds, especially since this lifestyle is not equally popular everywhere on the planet. While at home you can prepare your meals for yourself or eat out at places where you know that there are vegetarian or vegan dishes on the menu, in a foreign place you might end up chewing on french fries and cheese sandwiches for lack of anything better.But luckily for the herbivores among us, there are many countries where the vegetarian gourmet will be in heaven. Here are the top 5 travel destinations for vegetarians. …
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