There is an inextricable link between travel and food. No, it is not about the quality and variety of dishes offered on the plane. Food from different countries can give not only taste pleasures, but also tell a lot about the traditions and cultural attitudes of a particular country. For example, it is difficult for a Russian to force himself to eat insects, lizards or frogs. But in many Asian countries this is the order of the day.
Lonely Planet experts have compiled a list the most delicious dishes for touristsbased on the taste of the food, its cultural significance, and the atmosphere of the place where it was served. So grab yourself a snack to keep you from getting hungry while you read, and let's get started.
10. Dim Sum in Hong Kong
The Temple Street Night Market in Hong Kong is a place to buy cheap food, including tasty dim sum snacks, which are served on small plates and traditionally accompanied by a cup of Chinese pu-erh tea. The snacks can include not only fruits and vegetables, but also desserts and seafood. You can find dim sum in small restaurants (tables are located right on the streets).
If after a hearty snack you are going to walk around the market and buy souvenirs for relatives and friends, do not hesitate to bargain desperately. Prices are usually inflated five or even ten times.
If you are a fan of extreme gastronomy, try snake soup - one of the most unusual national dishes in the world.
9. Pizza Margherita in Naples, Italy
There is no better place on Earth to enjoy this melt-in-your-mouth pizza than its birthplace – bustling and beautiful Naples.
It is widely believed that in June 1889, Pizzeria di Pietro chef Raffaele Esposito invented a dish called pizza Margherita. He named it after the Queen of Italy, Margherita of Savoy, and the toppings – tomato (red), mozzarella (white) and basil (green) – symbolized the colors of the Italian flag.
However, this story is questionable because pizza with the same toppings was already being prepared in Naples between 1796 and 1810, although it was probably not called "Margherita". In 1849, Emanuele Rocco recorded various pizza toppings such as basil, tomatoes and thin slices of mozzarella. In this case, the mozzarella cheese was arranged in the shape of a flower on top of tomato sauce, along with basil leaves. This may explain the real origin of the name "Margherita" (which means chamomile).
8. Bibimbap in Seoul, South Korea
The traditional dish is made from boiled white rice and topped with vegetables, meat or seafood, seasoned with hot gochujang peppers and topped with a raw or fried egg. It is a firm favourite when it comes to finding a tasty and filling meal in South Korea.
The name "bibimbap" literally translates as "a mixture of rice and other products." Simple, but this food was rumored to have been served even at the royal table.
7. Spiny lobsters in Kaikoura Game Reserve, New Zealand
For seafood lovers, a visit to Kaikoura, a coastal town on New Zealand's South Island, wouldn't be complete without sampling the local lobster. Funnily enough, the word "Kaikoura" means "lobster food" in Maori.
In Kaikoura you can also see whales and seals, and even swim with dolphins.
6. Smorrebrod in Copenhagen, Denmark
One of the most delicious dishes in the world is the Danish multi-layered rye bread sandwich. They have a variety of fillings, from shrimp, herring and smoked salmon to champignons, roast beef and liver pate. There are about 180 varieties of smørrebrød.
By the way, the high caloric content of smorrebrod is due to the severity of the local climate. Some sandwiches reach 10 centimeters in height.
Lonely Planet recommends the sandwich bar Hallernes Smørrebrød as the best place to enjoy a smørrenbrod. They have reasonable prices and very high-quality products.
5. Som Tam in Bangkok, Thailand
The top 5 best food for tourists opens with a popular Thai salad made from shredded green papaya and dressed with a sweet and sour sauce. It can be found throughout Southeast Asia. Sometimes raw crab is added to it, but we do not recommend buying such a dish, there is a risk of catching hepatitis.
4. Texas-Style Beef Brisket, USA
There's no shortage of barbecue restaurants in Texas, but Franklin BBQ in Austin is one of the establishments that has claimed to have created a "brisket cult" since opening in 2009. The lines are horrendous, though, so be prepared to spend about an hour of your time getting the best beef brisket in the world.
Fans of this juicy, mouth-watering dish include such celebrities as the late writer and chef Anthony Bourdain ("the best brisket I've ever had"), former US President Barack Obama (he jumped the line but paid for everyone behind him) and American rapper Kanye West (he tried to cut in line, but failed).
3. Sushi in Tokyo, Japan
The best sushi in the city can be found at the Tsukiji fish market, as well as at the small restaurant Sukiyabashi Jiro in the city's most expensive district, Ginza. In Japan, there are special rules of etiquette when eating sushi.
- When a fresh piece of sushi is in front of you, pick it up with your hands, not with chopsticks.
- Don't dip your sushi in soy sauce or ask for extra wasabi. The chef may find this insulting, as it will alter the taste of the dish he worked so hard to create.
- Between servings, use chopsticks to pick up the pickled ginger and a hand towel to clean your fingers.
- Remember to pay attention to the rice, not just the fish. Sushi masters spend years perfecting the preparation of rice and consider it as important as all the other ingredients.
2. Curry Laksa in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Even if you don’t like soups, don’t miss out on a fragrant curry soup, which traditionally consists of coconut milk, rice noodles, fish balls, shrimp, chicken and deep-fried tofu. It can be found at street vendors located in Madras Lane (off Petaling Street), in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. Pick the one with the longest queue.
If desired, you can add hot chili paste to the soup, it is served separately. This soup is a unique tourist culinary experience that can only be had in Malaysia. Trust us, your taste buds will say "thank you".
1. Pincho in San Sebastian, Spain
The tourist rating of the best food in the world is headed by the "child" of hot Spain. Pincho is something like a small sandwich. The bread may or may not be toasted, it is not as important as what is on it. And here the scope for imagination is very wide. How do you like the combination of goat cheese, quince marmalade, walnuts, fried green peppers and jamon? Or a large shrimp, a boiled egg grated on a coarse grater, mayonnaise, champignons and balsamic vinegar from Modena? And this is only a small part of the components from which pincho can be prepared.
Lonely Planet's experts especially recommend pintxos in San Sebastian. To get the most out of this dish, spend a lazy day in the city, don't forget the afternoon nap, and when 9pm rolls around, head to one of the local bars. There, you'll find a new menu of tasty treats and groups of people eating and drinking with gusto - just follow their example.
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