10 foods every traveller has to try (at least once)
One of the best parts about travelling is the incredible foods you get to try along the way. We’ve scoured the globe to bring you 10 of the tastiest.
1. Peking duck – China
Synonymous with Chinese cuisine, Peking duck is a rich, flavoursome dish with garlicky sweet, crispy skin and plating up the dish is generally an event in and of itself!
2. Escargots – France
Snails are eaten around the world from Morocco to Cambodia, but it’s France who does it the best serving these creepy crawlies in a garlic butter that’s simply divine.
3. Wiener schnitzel – Austria
A thin veal cutlet, breaded and deep fried, Wiener schnitzel is a must if you find yourself in Austria and is generally accompanied by a side of potatoes or rice.
4. Biltong – South Africa
If you’re a fan of beef jerky, you would probably like biltong just as much! Generally made with beef or game meats, biltong is salted, spiced, dried out and delicious.
5. Gallo pinto – Costa Rica
In Costa Rica they don’t do breakfast by half measures. This traditional meal of rice and black beans, scrambled eggs and a small tortilla is some way to start the day.
6. Masala dosa – India
India can seem like an assault on the senses (in the best possible way) and masala dosa features a thin pancake or crepe with a range of delicious fillings.
7. Cicchetti – Italy
Sure, everyone knows about pizza and pasta, but if you’re ever in Venice try Cicchetti, a local speciality with small side dishes cooked to perfection and served together.
8. Pho – Vietnam
While you’ve probably tried pho here, the pho you will find in Vietnam is on another level with fragrant, long-simmered broth and tasty rice noodles.
9. Sushi – Japan
It might cost you an arm and a leg, but you owe it to yourself (and your tastebuds for that matter) to try fresh sushi at one of Tokyo’s fine establishments.
10. Poutine – Canada
On the other end of the spectrum (but just as delicious) is Quebecois classic poutine, a combination of French fries, cheese curds and gooey, brown gravy.
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