We all enjoy a fantastic meal abroad, in fact for many it’s a highlight of travelling and an opportunity to try something new. With that in mind, we have compiled a list of some of the most moreish meals from all over the world, and the best places to enjoy them. From the vast Vietnamese city of Hanoi to the beautiful Basque Country city of San Sebastian, these are the most divine dishes that will have you eating like a local in no time.
Tacos al pastor – Mexico City, Mexico
If this doesn’t make you hungry, nothing will: thin layers of marinated pork, shawarma style, served with fresh onion chilies and wrapped up in a warm corn tortilla. Originating from Mexico, this smoky, juicy meat is the only dish that Mexico City can truly claim as its own. Try it for yourself at Ayuntamiento 21, and then wander the beautiful streets around the Centro Historico district.
Pintxos – San Sebastian, Spain
Locals tend to wander from bar to bar in the Old Town of San Sebastian, enjoying the divine pinxtos, which are small, bite sized, tapas dishes. You can even join a walking tour and find some of the hidden restaurants tucked away in the quieter parts of the city. Visit La Mejillonera restaurant and dig into the incredible variety of the culinary creations with a top local favourite the baked spider crab or hake cheeks in green sauce.
Barbecue – Texas, United States
Texas, in the United States, is the home of the big and the bold, and nothing demonstrates this more than the barbecued food that the state is famous for. Take a break from watching a Texas rodeo with a visit to the Salt Lick Driftwood near Austin. This restaurant, featured in popular TV series Man Vs Food, is famous for cooking enormous beef briskets over a live oak wood pit and then searing the meat slowly over coals – a meat lover’s heaven.
Tandoori Chicken – Delhi, India
This popular Punjab dish is a must for anyone visiting India. The fiery red colour and rich charred exterior makes this an iconic dish. Prepared in the traditional tandoori clay pot, you can head out onto to the street and taste this dish all across India. Accompany the dish with tasty roti bread and coriander puree.
Mussels and Frites – Brussels, Belgium
The most well-known dish of Belgium, marinated steamed mussels, served with crunchy frites and homemade mayonnaise – true comfort food! Sample this famous dish in its peak season during September to February, in the renowned mussel restaurant Chez Leon Rue de Bouchers, which serves ½ ton of delicious mussels every single day!
Pho – Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Vietnam is alive with activity 24/7 and pho is what keeps everyone moving. Pho, a delicious hearty soup, is eaten for breakfast, lunch and dinner and is known as the signature dish of Vietnam. This complex broth with noodles is often served with succulent beef, with a side accompaniment of lime and chilli to spice it up. Visit Hanoi, the home of the dish and visit one of the street vendors for an authentic taste of Vietnam.
Peking Duck – Beijing, China
As one of the most popular dishes in China, Peking duck is a must for any visitor to Bejing. Try the sweet and aromatic dish with sliced cucumber and a sweet bean sauce. Visit the popular Quanjude restaurant, where the ducks are roasted in an open oven using non-smoky fruitwood to create an incredible flavour.
Thai Curry – Bangkok, Thailand
World famous for its curries, Thailand is home to some of the most divine dishes in the world. Krua Apsorn, on Sam Den Road in Bangkok, is one of the best places to try traditional Thai curries. Take your pick from the extremely spicy meat dishes to the gentle coconut milk and vegetable curries. Made with recipes handed down the years through the family, the place is always full of hungry locals.
Currywurst – Berlin, Germany
Currywurst is fried pork sausage that is cut into slices and covered with a delicious curry sauce blended with tomato. First created in Berlin in 1949, the dish has since spread across the country to become a national favourite. Visit Curry 36 and eat currywurst the local way with plenty of other varieties available such as bockwurst and krakauers.
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