Foodie Travel Discovering the Best Culinary Experiences Worldwide
Food is a lot of peoples therapy. Food becomes a source of comfort when there is nobody to listen to your woes and sorrows and you have no one to confide in. In those tough times food helps you feel delighted and happy.
People all over the world love to share meals and bond over the food. Individuals love for various cuisines leads them to travel to various parts of the globe. In the last few years we have seen massive spikes in food tourism in which a voyager travels to experience a destinations foods and beverages.
Our world offers explorers and globetrotters with places and cultures that are disclosed and hidden from the general media. A great part of the culture and history is foods. Our foods have travelled through generations and are spread all over the globe with slight differences and variations which many of us today take pride in.
While travelling we all learn about various food cultures and ethnic practices. Take it this way If you visit Italy you will find some of the best handmade pasta dishes. In Turkey you can expect grilled kabobs and Mexico offers arguably the best street tacos and food. For the visitors who visit South Asia have experienced rich cultural diversity not just in people but it has also massively influenced the foods.
But what makes food so special that people travel all over the world just to have that kind of experience. What makes any culinary experience special and exquisite.
Main Elements of a Great Culinary Journey
-
High quality ingredients Fresh seasonal produce sourced locally whenever possible.
-
Expert chefs Skilled cooks with a deep understanding of their cuisine and innovative techniques.
-
Unique setting A beautiful location or interesting environment that enhances the dining experience.
-
Cultural immersion Learning about the traditions and stories behind the food you are eating.
-
Interactive elements Participating in a cooking class or market tour to engage with the culinary process.
My Personal Favourite Unique Food Experiences
Monal In Islamabad Pakistan
At Monal Restaurant you can expect a great dining experience with nice ambiance and fantastic views. It gives a fantastic view of the capital and is very popular among families. You can enjoy the local cuisine and tastes within affordable ranges. It is currently closed due to development in the area.
Al Romansiah in Makkah Saudi Arabia
Arguably the best place to taste the local spices in Saudi Arabia. Al Romansiah is a restaurant that serves Arabic and Saudi food including chicken meat and rice dishes. Many foreigners find it to be a life saver since it is considered to serve everyones appetite. They have chefs expert in cooking their traditional rice and meat recipes and can customise your food to meet the special dietary needs.
Hafiz Mustafa in Turkey
Turkey the land of diversity is very popular among foodies due to the high quality sweets. Among all the bakeries Hafiz Mustafa takes the lead. Although this is not a Michelin star restaurant or a very well designed eating place the sweets they have are sure to take you to heaven. Opened in 1864 they are known for their authentic Turkish taste secret recipes and fresh flavour combinations. My personal recommendation would be their authentic Kunafa dipped in sugar and cheesy goodness and their chocolate covered hazelnuts.
Coucou Rooftop in Dubai
Dubai is full of excellent restaurants with inclusive cuisine options which make it a great choice for the travellers all over the world. But my favourite one is Coucou which offers an unparalleled luxury dining experience with breathtaking views from the 52nd floor of Palm Jumeirah. The classy ambiance great music and professional service creates a fantastic setting for a night out. But be aware to check the pricing because it can turn out to be not so budget friendly.
Local Food of Mexico
No country does it quite like Mexico. The rich flavours carefully crafted foods and ancient cultural heritage is spread throughout the country. Head to Mexico City to explore a wide variety of street food like tacos tamales and pozole or venture to regions like Oaxaca for their unique mole sauce Yucatan for Cochinita Pibil and coastal areas like Puerto Vallarta for fresh seafood dishes all while immersing yourself in local markets and cooking classes to fully experience the rich diversity of Mexican cuisine.
Every region of this world has their own unique and savoury food cultures awaiting the travellers to enrich themselves with the new flavours and cuisines. Nothing binds together like food and what is more interesting than food that tells us a story and brings us back to times when life was simpler. Savour every bite and experience the delight in every dish that our planet has to offer.
