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]]>Florence, Italy: The Gelato Godfather
This Italian city holds the crown for crafting this frozen masterpiece. Its history dates back to the 16th century! Popular Florentine flavors include classics like pistachio and stracciatella, alongside seasonal flavors like fig and ricotta or chestnut. It’s a must-visit destination for ice cream lovers.
Charleston, South Carolina: A Southern Scoop
Charleston has carved its niche in the ice cream world. Here, expect handcrafted concoctions bursting with Southern charm and local ingredients. From classic favorites like peach cobbler and pecan praline to innovative options like sweet potato biscuit and lavender honey, Charleston’s ice cream reflects the city’s distinct personality.
Udon Thani, Thailand: Tropical Treats
Thailand isn’t typically associated with ice cream. But the northeastern city of Udon Thani has a unique and intriguing exception—coconut milk ice cream. This coconut-based dessert uses natural ingredients like sticky rice, durian, and palm sugar, giving it a refreshing and distinctly Thai flavor profile.
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]]>Phở
Arguably the most well-known noodle dish and the official national dish of Vietnam, phở is a savory soup made from thin rice noodles and meat in a delicate broth. The history of phở dates back over 100 years, with early versions consisting of rice cakes boiled with beef sold by street vendors in the Nam Định province. Today, variations of phở are enjoyed all over the country, often with fresh herbs, chili, and lime.
Bun Thit Nuong
Pork is a staple in Vietnamese cuisine, and one of the most common ways it’s consumed is along with some rice noodles in bún thịt nướng. Literally translated as “grilled meat on noodles,” bún thịt nướng is a flavorful dish consisting of smoky grilled pork, rice vermicelli, bean sprouts, herbs, and roasted peanuts. Vegetarian versions made with tofu also exist, though most vendors serve bún thịt nướng with a drizzle of fish sauce, so be sure to double-check if this is a concern.
Mì Quảng
Not for the faint of heart, mì quảng is a central Vietnamese dish featuring shrimp, meat, and quail eggs over a bed of wide noodles in a turmeric-infused broth. It’s typically served with herbs and native flowers, which balance the dish by providing a fresh, bitter element to an otherwise heavy composition.
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]]>Oaxaca, Mexico
In the mountains of southern Mexico, Oaxaca offers food-loving travelers the opportunity to sample a lesser-known side of Mexican cuisine. The city’s rich culinary heritage is shaped largely by native ingredients such as corn, beans, and fresh herbs, with many dishes prepared using traditional smoking methods. Most popular among them is mole, a spicy sauce made with seeds, nuts, and sometimes even chocolate, ground together and served over meat and tamales.
(@amorytacos)Chengdu, China
While Beijing and Shanghai tend to steal the culinary spotlight, Chengdu sits quietly in China’s Sichuan province as a secret haven for spice enthusiasts. As local tradition dictates using liberal amounts of garlic, chili, and the indigenous Sichuan pepper in most dishes, cuisine in the region is flavorful and bold, with meats and rice typically serving as a base. Try some authentic Kung Pao chicken, or stick with hot and sour noodles for a vegetarian option.
Porto, Portugal
When it comes to food destinations in Europe, Italy and France reign supreme, but Portugal can also certainly hold its own. Porto, in particular, has a unique gastronomic charm influenced heavily by the city’s position along the Atlantic coast. Fresh seafood and wine serve as staples within the local dining culture, with hearty soups and sandwiches filling in some of the more casual gaps. One of our favorites is Francesinha, a sandwich of toasted bread and cured meats, topped with melted cheese and a ladle of spiced tomato broth.
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Tourists in France’s northwest region of Brittany should be sure to try the galette-saucisse, a simple yet satisfying snack made from a grilled pork sausage wrapped in a buckwheat pancake. In addition to being a popular street food, locals often enjoy it during football games and other outdoor events.
Socca
Originating from the coastal city of Nice, socca is a type of chickpea flour pancake traditionally seasoned with olive oil and black pepper. With a light and crispy texture and simple ingredient list, socca reflects the Mediterranean influence on Niçoise cuisine and is perfect for gluten-free travelers in search of a quick bite or light meal.
(@ophelie_collignon)Crêpes
No list of French street foods would be complete without crêpes, the iconic thin pancakes that serve as a staple of Parisian cuisine. Made with a simple batter of flour, eggs, and milk, crêpes can be enjoyed as either sweet or savory depending on the other ingredients they’re served with. Try veggies and cheese for a flavorful snack, or berries and Nutella for dessert.
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]]>La Pignasecca Street Market
If it’s a variety of flavors you’re after, then consider paying a visit to La Pignasecca. Located in the bustling Montesanto area just outside of the Spanish quarter, this street market offers an array of fresh produce such as fruit and vegetables as well as local street food, including pizza, calamari, and pasta fritta.
Taverna dell’Arte
Tucked away in a cozy street near the University of Naples, this restaurant specializes in traditional Italian main courses and desserts. Since its establishment in 1990, Taverna dell’Arte has grown into one of the city’s best-known restaurants, serving veal, pasta, and an array of seafood.
Palazzo Petrucci
Located on the iconic Piazza San Domenico Maggiore city square, this restaurant’s exquisite food and breathtaking surroundings make it an ideal place to capture the best vacation photos. In addition to its iconic location, the Palazzo Petrucci is also celebrated for its scrumptious food, becoming the first restaurant in Naples to receive a Michelin star.
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]]>Nang Loeng Market
Over 120 years old, the Nang Loeng Market was Thailand’s first land market. This iconic open-air market is located in the heart of Bangkok’s Old Town, home to historic temples, ruins, and museums. Nang Loeng Market is an ideal place to find traditional street food dishes such as Vietnamese banh xeo crepes, sai krok pla name (rice sausage eaten with dried fish crumbs and wrapped in lettuce), and green curry, all while breathing in ancient sites from Bangkok’s past.
This market is open from 08:00 until 15:00 except for Sunday when it remains open until 17:00.
Khao San Road
If you’re in the mood for some late-night feasting while out on the town, then Khao San Road is sure to have all the food you could hope to indulge in. Filled with bars, hotels, and stores, this street comes to life once the sun goes down and all of the street food vendors come out to play. Whether you’re looking for a hearty Pad Thai or something sweet such as banana pancakes and fruit shakes, Khao San Road is sure to have something to tickle your tastebuds.
Khlong Toei Market
If you’re looking for an authentic, local food market experience, then Khlong Toei is the Bangkok market for you! This sprawling market is filled with street vendors offering an extensive array of goods, ranging from freshly-delivered fruits and vegetables to cooked traditional Thai dishes. What’s more, it’s open 24 hours, making it easy to fit in with your schedule.
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]]>Egg Hoppers
One of Sri Lanka’s most iconic dishes is the egg hopper, a small, thin pancake-like crust which contains a fried egg. As strange as it might look at sound, this dish, made with coconut milk and rice flour, is the perfect mixture of savory and sweet.
Pol Sambol
Coconuts can be found everywhere on this island, and its widespread availability is shown off with this dish. Made spicy with chili peppers and flavored with red onions, you’ll find pol sambol served as a side dish alongside many other classic dishes.
food (@lankaspiceboy)Fish Curry
It’s impossible to visit Sri Lanka without having some curry. The most popular way that it is consumed on the island is in a preparation with fish, which is generally spicy and served with sides like rice and pol sambol.
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]]>Oaxaca, Mexico
Oaxaca is the birthplace of mezcal, but it’s also got a food culture that isn’t to be missed. It’s the best place to visit if you like to cross traditional cuisine with modern cooking, which is exactly what you can expect in Oaxaca.
Must-haves while you’re there: tlayudas, mole, memelas, and huitlacoche.
Bangkok, Thailand
The minute you land in Bangkok you’ll be hit by a wave of aromas so strong that your mouth will start watering. Street food culture is huge there, with the best food coming to you from street vendors and markets. Follow your nose on a stroll and eat whatever you come across. You won’t be sorry.
Must-haves while you’re there: gai tod, moo ping, sweet potato balls, and crispy pancake.
Bologna, Italy
With a name like Bologna, you already know that this city has plenty of food to offer, though it’s much better than your school lunch meat. So go ahead, eat your weight in pasta. Seriously, you won’t regret it.
Must-haves while you’re there: mortadella, tortellini, parmigiano reggiano, and balsamic di modena.
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]]>Veneto
The northeast corner of Italy hosts the Veneto region, which is in close proximity to the city of Venice. You can find the best of it all at this crossroads between Southern and Central Europe, with fruity whites like Prosecco and Soave and bold reds such as Chianti and Corvina co-exist.
Piedmont
It’s hard to find a more prestigious and respected wine region than Piedmont in the foothills of the Alps in northwest Italy. Reds are the kings here, with tannin-rich Barolos and Barbarescos taking the cake as some of the region’s best.
Tuscany
You can’t talk about Italian wine without mentioning Tuscany, arguably the most famous wine region in the entire world. The hills of this north-central Italian region are dotted with spectacular vineyards that produce bold reds that everyone seems to fall in love with.
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]]>Here to help you out is Italian chef and true Venetian, Enrica Rocca. Rocca’s food philosophy is fairly straightforward: when in Venice, eat like a Venetian. “I never eat in Italian restaurants outside of Italy as I enjoy discovering the local specialties,” she remarked once in an interview with Suitcase Magazine. “I also know how difficult it is to replicate any cuisine outside of its original country.”
Rocca puts her money where her mouth is. Based in Venice, she teaches the art of Italian, and more specifically Venetian, cooking to both locals and tourists. Her classes include some legwork, beginning with shopping trips to Venice’s Rialto fish and produce market, where students are invited to touch, smell, taste, and finally purchase local produce.
Buying local, as it turns out, is fundamental according to Rocca. “A cuisine is built around the local ingredients so exporting a culinary culture is really difficult,” says the Italian chef. “You can’t access the same ingredients, not everything can be exported and compromises are not always successful.” According to Rocca, most of her dishes comprise just two or three ingredients, chosen well and cooked simply.
Her cookery classes take place in Venice’s Dorsoduro district, just across the Grand Canal from San Marco, where students are invited to cook alongside the master in her very own kitchen. But worry not because Rocca also teaches online courses, for those of us who hope to achieve a better understanding of what it takes to make the perfect Italian dish.
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