Whether you’re nibbling meats grilled on a communal fire at a boisterous South Korean barbecue or dining off fine china in the hushed elegance of a Parisian bistro, eating is one of the best ways to explore a culture while you travel. A recent analysis of Tripadvisor data by Audley Travel has revealed which capital cities around the world have the highest number of five-star rated restaurants. Topping the list is Seoul, South Korea, followed by Tokyo, London, Paris, and Bangkok. Here, Audley's travel experts discuss what makes these destinations ideal for gourmet travelers. "Eating and drinking are both central to South Korean culture and are among the primary ways that many South Koreans socialize," says Rebecca Nagasaki, a South Korea country specialist. "Additionally, Seoul is ...
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It is now the first Italian UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy Parma Food Valley is a unique land where food is the key to memorable experiences, as an example of effective promotion and enhancement of the area and its products of excellence: creativity, excellence, future, and events are the pillars on which the Parma Food Valley brand rests, serving as a container of stories with food as protagonist. Parma Food Valley is the Italian territory with the highest number of typical products protected by quality trademarks. The first Italian city designated a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy. The brand, created by the Parma UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy Foundation, is promoted with the support of the Consortia for the Protection of Parmigiano Reggiano PDO and Prosciutto di...
Read MoreFood, more often than not, conjures up happy memories. It can nudge us into crossing miles for a Neapolitan pizza, Greek moussaka, or New York cheesecake. Read on if trying local delicacies ranks among your top five travel priorities. We have curated six experiences perfect for making World Food Day 2023 a delicious affair. Nth Trang Nem Nướng & Kem Chuối in Vietnam Despite the diverse cultural influences—French, East Asian, African, and Portuguese—Vietnamese cuisine has regional nuances. Consider Nha Trang, situated in the Southern Khanh Hoa Province, where The Anam Cam Ranh sits framed by lush mountains. At Lang Viet, skilled chefs craft delectable dishes, including cơm chiên, tôm cháy bơ tỏi, bún bò huế, cao lầu, and cơm gà, using innovative techniques and locally sourced...
Read MoreThe Puerto Rican food scene had reached its peak. Young chefs were inventing delicious new creations, restaurants popped up all over the island, the industry was no longer reliant on tourist season. Then a series of calamities hit: a hurricane, a series of earthquakes, a pandemic. Each time, Puerto Ricans recovered and rebuilt — restaurant owners right there with them. Now, as the pandemic starts to wane, the Puerto Rican food scene is thriving again. “It’s been rocky, but we’re resilient,” said chef Mario Pagán, who owns five restaurants in Puerto Rico. “You can definitely see it coming back around now.” FILE PHOTO: Chef Mario Pagán, who owns five restaurants in Puerto Rico, preparing a dish and drinks during The Food & Wine Classic in Aspen, Colo., on Sept. 11, 2021. (Ha...
Read MoreWay to gain a competitive advantage over rival destinations, says GlobalData As the travel industry’s recovery starts to gather pace, many tourist boards are looking to differentiate themselves from rival destinations by focusing on their cuisine rather than traditional natural hot spots, cities, or coastal locations, observes GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. According to GlobalData’s Ads Database, Destination Marketing Organizations (DMOs) for Turkey, Malta, and Indonesia have focused on their national cuisine to entice new tourists. Marketing campaigns have included glossy images and short videos covering traditional cooking methods to boost cultural appeal. The development of these marketing campaigns appears to be in response to growing demand for international ...
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