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
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- National Dishes of the Americas: Canada, USA and MexicoNational Dishes of the Americas: Canada, USA and Mexico’s Iconic Foods The culinary landscape of the Americas and… Read more: National Dishes of the Americas: Canada, USA and Mexico
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- Food Culture: How Culinary Traditions Shape Global IdentityFood Culture: From Ancient Traditions to Modern Identity In Milan, ordering a cappuccino after noon earns you a… Read more: Food Culture: How Culinary Traditions Shape Global Identity
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- 33 of the best Dumplings of the World33 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
- Famous Pubs in Dublin for a pint and some craicFamous 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
- The best sausages around the worldTravelling the world for the best sausages This post on sausages was inspired by my husband and a… Read more: The best sausages around the world
- 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 Cuisine33 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 PairingsDiscover 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 PolandBest 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 worldThe 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
- Breakfasts Around the World: Top Dishes & Hidden GemsFrom Croissants to Congee: The Ultimate Global Breakfast Guide Eating breakfast – never has a meal been so… Read more: Breakfasts Around the World: Top Dishes & Hidden Gems
- Best food markets in Europe36 phenomenal Food Markets in Europe Worth Traveling For To me finding a local food market is the… Read more: Best food markets in Europe
- Food and Travel: 27 food experiences from around the worldFood 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
- 26 Delectable hand pies from around the world26 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 TownBest 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
- 39 of the Best Sandwiches in the world39 of the Best Sandwiches in the world A discussion that has gone on for years is what… Read more: 39 of the Best Sandwiches in the world
- The history of MacaronsThe history of Macarons and where to buy them in Paris Macarons are a HUGE thing in the… Read more: The history of Macarons
- 23 types of flatbread to try when travelling23 types of flatbread to try when travelling Bread is of course known as the staff of life… Read more: 23 types of flatbread to try when travelling
- Best Mexican Street Foods – Tasty, Spicy & IrresistibleAuthentic 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 foodsThe Ultimate Guide to Traditional Canadian Cuisine Canada’s vibrant food culture goes far beyond its reputation for poutine… Read more: Traditional Canadian foods
- Lucas de Gálvez Market Mérida Insider’s Shopping GuideLucas de Gálvez Market Mérida: A Local’s Guide to Secret Food Stalls & Souvenirs” Lucas de Gálvez Market… Read more: Lucas de Gálvez Market Mérida Insider’s Shopping Guide
- Savoir Faire and Flavor Dive into French Food CultureThe 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 BreakfastThe 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 TryFood 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
- Best British Desserts – Traditional & Must-Try Sweet TreatsGreat classic and traditional British desserts you must try The British may not have been known for fabulous cooking back… Read more: Best British Desserts – Traditional & Must-Try Sweet Treats
- Borough Market London the best gourmet Guide for foodiesWhat 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 food markets and food halls in N. America41of 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
- Camden Town: All the cool things to do in CamdenCamden 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
- English Market Cork IrelandA guide to the English Market Cork, Cork’s culinary Heritage I am obsessed with markets and the English… Read more: English Market Cork Ireland
- Unusual Foods Around the World17 Unusual Foods from Around the World That Will Surprise You One of the most amazing things about… Read more: Unusual Foods Around the World
- Traditional British foods78 Traditional British foods to try on your trip British foods don’t often bring to mind a gourmet… Read more: Traditional British foods
- Yorkshire FoodYorkshire Food 23 Must-Try Yorkshire Favourites Called God’s Own Country in Northern England, Yorkshire is famed for its… Read more: Yorkshire Food
- Scottish foodsScottish foods: Fabulous Scottish cuisine to enjoy Scotland land of kilted warriors, risqué and side-splitting comedians – think… Read more: Scottish foods
- Limerick Milk Market IrelandThe Limerick Milk Market – foodie paradise As in many countries, Ireland is working to emphasize buying local, buying… Read more: Limerick Milk Market Ireland
- How to spend one glorious day in BarcelonaHow 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 dishesLebanese 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 worldUNESCO 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 tryTraditional 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 RomeBest 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 drinksMexican 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 PragueWhat 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 Netherlands23 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 foodsTraditional 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 WorldHistory 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 foodHistory 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 BretagneFood 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 FoodAll the Best traditional Cuban Food to enjoy The first question I asked when I planned a trip… Read more: The best Cuban Street Food
- Leather Lane Market London a Delicious street food hubLeather 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 foodiesWhere 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 EgyptTraditional 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 foodFood 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 wayEating 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 EuropeNational Dishes across Europe Most countries have a favourite or national dish. National dishes from every country are… Read more: National Dishes across Europe
- World’s Best Coffee: Global Brews & Hidden GemsCoffee Around the World: Iconic Brews, Unique Traditions & Tastes Taking part in a coffee ritual or simply enjoying a coffee… Read more: World’s Best Coffee: Global Brews & Hidden Gems
- Guide to the best of West African Food11 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 tryTurkish 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 HillBest 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
- Traditional Swedish food to try when you visitTraditional 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 historyIrish 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?
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- 17 Fabulous food street markets in LondonStreet 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