Food and Drink: Travelling for Food

Whether you’re eating fresh tamales in a banana leaf in the Yucatan or trying crickets in Vietnam food is always about more than simply eating.

Food is about communication, history, stories, authenticity and culture. Food triggers memories both good and bad. Food is more than just what you eat every day. This site is dedicated to exploring food in all its various guises – you won’t find stacks of recipes here but what you will find will encourage you to explore the world of food, travel for it, taste it, and learn about it.

Authenticity in food is elusive, but it is something people are always looking for when they travel and food is a place where people search for it.

Come along with me on a culinary journey to learn more about local cuisines around the world, discover the vast history of food, and understand herbs, spices and where they come from. Here you will find insights into local culinary customs and food history, you can explore food culture and then journey out to taste the world’s kitchens.

Food Culture what is it?

Food Culture can be defined as the attitudes, beliefs and practices that surround the production and consumption of food. Food Culture incorporates our ethnicity, and cultural heritage and provides a mechanism of communication with others both externally and within our families and communities.

Food tourism what is it?

Food tourism may sound like some kind of new trend but culinary experiences, culinary tourism, gastronomy tourism, travelling for food and travel for food have all been around for a very long time – we just didn’t call it that. Foodie is a term that has been mocked as pretentious or affected and folks who call themselves foodies have been made the butt of many a joke.

Travel for food and drink

• Best Food in Paris: Top Eats & Hidden Gems (2025/6 Guide)
  Discover the best food in Paris: from croissants to Michelin stars. Beyond the Michelin stars and famous cafés,… Read more: Best Food in Paris: Top Eats & Hidden Gems (2025/6 Guide)
• 33 Traditional Irish Foods: An Essential Guide to Irish Cuisine
  33 Must-Try Traditional Irish Foods: From Classic to Contemporary Traditional Irish food celebrates hearty, comforting dishes that evolved… Read more: 33 Traditional Irish Foods: An Essential Guide to Irish Cuisine
• French Cheese 101: Explore the Best Fromage and Pairings
  Discover the Rich World of French Cheese: History, Types, Flavors & Pairings French President Charles de Gaulle asked… Read more: French Cheese 101: Explore the Best Fromage and Pairings
• Best things to eat in Krakow Poland
  Best things to eat in Krakow and where to eat them I knew a little bit about what… Read more: Best things to eat in Krakow Poland
• 38 of the best noodle dishes around the world
  The best noodle dishes in the world the top 38 noodle dishes I don’t believe anyone doesn’t like… Read more: 38 of the best noodle dishes around the world
• 42 best breakfasts in the world
  42 of the best breakfasts in the world Eating breakfast – never has a meal been so contentious.… Read more: 42 best breakfasts in the world
• Best food markets in Europe
  36 phenomenal Food Markets in Europe Worth Traveling For To me finding a local food market is the… Read more: Best food markets in Europe
• 26 Delectable hand pies from around the world
  26 Delectable hand pies from around the world I have to admit I do love a pie and… Read more: 26 Delectable hand pies from around the world
• All the best Restaurants in Donegal Town
  Best places to eat Donegal Town If you’re in search of the best restaurants in Donegal Town, I’ve… Read more: All the best Restaurants in Donegal Town
• Best Mexican Street Foods – Tasty, Spicy & Irresistible
  Authentic Mexican Street Foods: Must-Try Tacos, Elotes & More In every place, we visit we look for street… Read more: Best Mexican Street Foods – Tasty, Spicy & Irresistible
• Traditional Canadian foods
  The Ultimate Guide to Traditional Canadian Cuisine Canada’s vibrant food culture goes far beyond its reputation for poutine… Read more: Traditional Canadian foods
• Savoir Faire and Flavor Dive into French Food Culture
  The Art of French Food Culture: From Baguettes to Bouillabaisse Thanks to the world situation in 2020/21 I’ve… Read more: Savoir Faire and Flavor Dive into French Food Culture
• Traditional Irish Breakfast
  The Great Traditional Full Irish Breakfast what is it? You will see the signs everywhere in Ireland from gourmet restaurants… Read more: Traditional Irish Breakfast
• Food in Norway: Traditional Norwegian Food to Try
  Food in Norway: Traditional Norwegian Food to Try When it comes to experiencing a country’s culture, one of… Read more: Food in Norway: Traditional Norwegian Food to Try
• British Desserts
  Great classic and traditional British desserts you must try The British may not have been known for fabulous cooking back… Read more: British Desserts
• Best food markets and food halls in N. America
  41of the Best food markets and food halls in North America I’ve said it before and I’ll say… Read more: Best food markets and food halls in N. America
• English Market Cork Ireland
  A guide to the English Market Cork, Cork’s culinary Heritage I am obsessed with markets and the English… Read more: English Market Cork Ireland
• Traditional British foods
   78 Traditional British foods to try on your trip British foods don’t often bring to mind a gourmet… Read more: Traditional British foods
• Yorkshire Food
  Yorkshire Food 23 Must-Try Yorkshire Favourites Called God’s Own Country in Northern England, Yorkshire is famed for its… Read more: Yorkshire Food
• Scottish foods
  Scottish foods: Fabulous Scottish cuisine to enjoy Scotland land of kilted warriors, risqué and side-splitting comedians – think… Read more: Scottish foods
• How to spend one glorious day in Barcelona
  How to spend one glorious day in Barcelona Barcelona City, the sunny and vibrant Catalan capital has been… Read more: How to spend one glorious day in Barcelona
• Lebanese Food – 38 traditional Lebanese dishes
  Lebanese Food – 38 traditional Lebanese dishes Lebanese food is one of the highest-rated cuisines in the world.… Read more: Lebanese Food – 38 traditional Lebanese dishes
• UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage food culture around the world
  UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage food culture around the world Food culture binds us to our birthplace. Those of us… Read more: UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage food culture around the world
• Traditional Armenian food – 45 Armenian dishes you must try
  Traditional Armenian food – 45 Armenian dishes you must try Armenia may not be on every traveller’s list… Read more: Traditional Armenian food – 45 Armenian dishes you must try
• Best foods to eat in Rome 29 dishes to try in Rome
  Best foods to eat in Rome 29 dishes to try in Rome I’ve been to Rome and seen… Read more: Best foods to eat in Rome 29 dishes to try in Rome
• Mexican drinks: all the best Mexican drinks
  Mexican drinks: all the best Mexican drinks These days travellers to Mexico tend to be obsessed with tequila… Read more: Mexican drinks: all the best Mexican drinks
• What to eat in Prague
  What to eat in Prague delicious Czech Food in Prague When it comes to things to eat in… Read more: What to eat in Prague
• Traditional Dutch Foods to eat in the Netherlands
  23 Popular Dutch foods to eat in the Netherlands Dutch food has always been a secret pleasure of… Read more: Traditional Dutch Foods to eat in the Netherlands
• Traditional Welsh food: 25 Most popular Welsh foods
  Traditional Welsh food: 25 Most popular Welsh foods In England, culinary traditions tended to filter down from the… Read more: Traditional Welsh food: 25 Most popular Welsh foods
• History of Barbecue and Evolution of BBQ around the World
  History of Barbecue and Evolution of BBQ around the World What is BBQ, Who invented Barbecue? Humans began… Read more: History of Barbecue and Evolution of BBQ around the World
• History of the Cornish Pasty: the original handheld food
  History of the Cornish Pasty: the original handheld food Cross over the Cornish border and there’s barely a… Read more: History of the Cornish Pasty: the original handheld food
• Food in Brittany: Fall in love with the food of Bretagne
  Food in Brittany: Fall in love with the cuisine of Bretagne Brittany is the most northwestern part of… Read more: Food in Brittany: Fall in love with the food of Bretagne
• The best Cuban Street Food
  All the Best traditional Cuban Food to enjoy The first question I asked when I planned a trip… Read more: The best Cuban Street Food
• Croatian Food Discovering the delicious cuisine of Croatia
  Croatian Food – Discovering the delicious cuisine of Croatia As a tiny country nestled on the beautiful Adriatic… Read more: Croatian Food Discovering the delicious cuisine of Croatia
• Food and Travel: 27 food experiences from around the world
  Food travels around the world – 27 Foodies Favourites Yes, I am one of many food travelers, there… Read more: Food and Travel: 27 food experiences from around the world
• Leather Lane Market London a Delicious street food hub
  Leather Lane Market the best place for street food in London 2024 I’ve been visiting Leather Lane street… Read more: Leather Lane Market London a Delicious street food hub
• Where to eat in Dublin | from Vegan to Michelin for foodies
  Where to eat in Dublin best restaurants including vegan 2024 A few years back Irish food didn’t even… Read more: Where to eat in Dublin | from Vegan to Michelin for foodies
• Traditional Egyptian Food what you should eat in Egypt
  Traditional Egyptian Food what you should eat in Egypt When you think of Egypt the first thing that… Read more: Traditional Egyptian Food what you should eat in Egypt
• Food in Malta the ultimate guide to traditional Maltese food
  Food in Malta the ultimate guide to traditional Maltese food We cruised into the stunning grand harbour of Malta on… Read more: Food in Malta the ultimate guide to traditional Maltese food
• Eating in Italy: 26 Tips for Eating the Italian way
  Eating in Italy: 26 Tips for Eating the Italian Way Italian food culture, unlike North America, is centuries old… Read more: Eating in Italy: 26 Tips for Eating the Italian way
• National Dishes across Europe
  National Dishes across Europe Most countries have a favourite or national dish. National dishes from every country are… Read more: National Dishes across Europe
• The ultimate guide to coffee around the world
  The ultimate guide to coffee around the world – 33 coffee traditions & rituals Taking part in a coffee… Read more: The ultimate guide to coffee around the world
• Guide to the best of West African Food
  11 West African Dishes you need to try Traditional West African food is a distinctive, cuisine that varies… Read more: Guide to the best of West African Food
• Traditional Turkish foods to try
  Turkish cuisine scrumptious traditional Turkish foods to try Turkish food is one of the best in the world.… Read more: Traditional Turkish foods to try
• Best things to do in Notting Hill
  Best things to do in Notting Hill London’s prettiest neighbourhood Visiting Notting Hill in West London is a… Read more: Best things to do in Notting Hill
• Famous Pubs in Dublin for a pint and some craic
  Famous Pubs in Dublin for a pint and some craic One of the first questions anyone asks about… Read more: Famous Pubs in Dublin for a pint and some craic
• Traditional Swedish food to try when you visit
  Traditional Swedish food to try when you visit Introduction to Swedish Food Swedish cuisine, known for its simplicity… Read more: Traditional Swedish food to try when you visit
• Irish Soda Brown Bread, a recipe and history
  Irish Soda Brown Bread History and a recipe One of the most popular food items when you are… Read more: Irish Soda Brown Bread, a recipe and history
• What is Irish Boxty and Irish potato Cake?
  What is Irish Boxty and Irish potato Cake? Boxty is a traditional Irish potato pancake. When I was… Read more: What is Irish Boxty and Irish potato Cake?
• Dublin’s Best Coffee Shops: Guide to the 20 best cafes Dublin
  Dublin’s Best Coffee Shops: Guide to the 20 best cafes Dublin Dublin, the vibrant capital city of Ireland,… Read more: Dublin’s Best Coffee Shops: Guide to the 20 best cafes Dublin
• 17 Fabulous food street markets in London
  Street Markets In London for fabulous food, vintage & more Traditional street markets in London have been my… Read more: 17 Fabulous food street markets in London
• Burgundy Pinot Noir
  Burgundy Pinot Noir: The Heart of Wine Excellence Welcome, wine lovers, to a fascinating journey through the heart… Read more: Burgundy Pinot Noir
• Yorkshire Market towns
  The Most Stunning Yorkshire Market towns The buzz and hustle in the north of England’s Yorkshire market towns… Read more: Yorkshire Market towns
• Turkish Coffee: 7 things you should know for the perfect cup
  Turkish Coffee: 7 things you should know for the perfect cup of coffee Have you been looking for… Read more: Turkish Coffee: 7 things you should know for the perfect cup
• Borough Market London the best gourmet Guide for foodies
  What to eat at Borough Market London Borough Market has been around in different forms for around 1,000… Read more: Borough Market London the best gourmet Guide for foodies
• Best things to do in Covent Garden Market London
  Best things to do in Covent Garden Market London Historic Covent Garden Market is a fairground of west… Read more: Best things to do in Covent Garden Market London
• Camden Town: All the cool things to do in Camden
  Camden Town: All the cool things to do in this eclectic neighbourhood Finding things to do in Camden… Read more: Camden Town: All the cool things to do in Camden
• Easter food around the world: 29 traditional Easter dishes
  Easter food around the world: 29 traditional Easter dishes Our Easter celebrations were pretty non-religious and for me,… Read more: Easter food around the world: 29 traditional Easter dishes
• The Ultimate Guide to Spanish Olive Oil
  The Ultimate Guide to Spanish Olive Oil Olive oil is one of the earliest known foods in the world and… Read more: The Ultimate Guide to Spanish Olive Oil
• Spanish Food: 43 of the best foods in Spain
  Spanish Food: 43 of the best foods in Spain Traditional Spanish food is one of the world’s best… Read more: Spanish Food: 43 of the best foods in Spain
• What to eat in Amsterdam: A local’s guide
  What to eat in Amsterdam: A local’s guide In a lot of countries we’ve been to, we’ve stumbled… Read more: What to eat in Amsterdam: A local’s guide
• Unusual Foods Around the World
  17 Unusual Foods from Around the World That Will Surprise You One of the most amazing things about… Read more: Unusual Foods Around the World
• Fabulous Food of Cyprus
  The fabulous traditional food of Cyprus The traditional food of Cyprus has many influences – Cyprus sits at… Read more: Fabulous Food of Cyprus
• The Best Traditional Portuguese Food: feasting in Portugal
  The Best Traditional Portuguese Food: feasting in Portugal When my Irish family arrived in Ontario we discovered a… Read more: The Best Traditional Portuguese Food: feasting in Portugal
• Greek Food Guide: 49 Traditional Dishes to Look For in Greece
  Greek Food Guide: 49 Traditional Dishes to Look For in Greece I fell in love with the food… Read more: Greek Food Guide: 49 Traditional Dishes to Look For in Greece
• The history of Macarons
  The history of Macarons and where to buy them in Paris Macarons are a HUGE thing in the… Read more: The history of Macarons
• 33 of the best Dumplings of the World
  33 of the best Dumplings of the World The best dumplings in the world are found on every… Read more: 33 of the best Dumplings of the World
• Cooking Class in Tuscany with a private Chef
  Cooking Class in Tuscany with a private Chef If you love food then I will bet that you… Read more: Cooking Class in Tuscany with a private Chef