Foodies’ Haven
If there’s one thing in this world that unites everyone, it’s food. Everyone has an uncanny love for food. If you love travelling and eating then you have flipped the right page as SHALINI JHA lists foodie haven across the globe.
Planning to travel to best food destinations in the world? If yes, here’s your guide. The excellence and divinity of the cuisines at these places will leave you awestruck. Southern France, as you get some of the best wines in the world.
Brick Lane, London
Filled with colours, life and festivities, Brick Lane is the ideal blend of modernity and history. Also known as Banglatown (Because of the majority of Bangladeshis living there), Brick Lane is nothing but a culinary heaven. The southern part offers a wide array of curries. The hotels in Tower Hamlet have one of the best cuisines present in Brick Lane. you can also gorge on Bangladeshi biryanis, kababs and desserts available. So what are you folks waiting for? Go and explore Brick Lane.
Nice, France
Love French food? Nice has some authentic delicious French cuisine available. Specialising in French street food, it is one of the must-go places in France. The assortment and aromatic street food will fascinate you lusciously. Local delicacies like Pissaladiere (caramelised onion tarts), Socca (Pancakes infused with chickpeas) and Tourtes De Blettes (Sweet tarts with chard and pinenuts) are some of the mouth-watering dishes that should definitely be on your menu. Nice has some Michelin-star restaurants which serve wonderful French food.
Hanoi, Vietnam
Hanoi in Vietnam is known for street food; if you are a street food lover then what better place to be in. The Old Quarter in Hanoi is one of the most well known places for foodies and particularly for those who want to treat themselves with street food. The Chau Long market at the Old Quarter has a delightful set of multi-course studded street food shops. You will get some of the most lip-smacking Vietnamese dishes like Bun Cha (white noodles with grilled pork, lettuce, herbs rounded off with chilli and garlic), Pho Bo (kind of beef noodle soup), Robust Banh Xeo (egg crepes) and Banh-Cuon (steamed rice crepes stuffed with minced pork, shallots and mushrooms).In case you are a vegetarian, you can try out Bun Do, which is another tasty dish and has tofu as it main ingredient.
India
India is one of the biggest and the most popular food spots in the world. Known for its varied cultural heritage and unparallel diversity, in terms of food, regions and culture, every state has its own set of specialities unlike other destinations in the world. The enchanting country has variety of snacks and desserts. From Tikkas, Samosas, Biryanis to Kebabs, Idli Dosas and sweets, India will leave you spoilt for choice. Your imagination is bound to stagger when it comes to Indian food.
Istanbul, Turkey
Located right amid two continents, Asia and Europe, Istanbul offers the best of both worlds. It has unparallel combination of European and Asian cuisines and has some of the best varieties as well. This Spice Bazaar is a must visit. Located by the European shore of the city, this market is a paradise for those who love to cook. The exhilarating fragrance of spices, olives, nuts, freshly grilled kebabs and sausages will enchant your senses in the most appetizing manner. The Pandeli restaurant is one of the most well-known restaurants in Istanbul. Get lost in some of the most famous Turkish delights like hunkar begendi (lamb shreds over eggplant puree), kuzu tandir and kagitta levrek (parchment baked sea bass).
