Food Tour-5 Most Famous Destinations For
Food Lovers
Creating delicacies is an art that is as
old as humanity itself. Although every culture has its standards of taste,
there are certain foods which cut across cultures. And there are certain chefs
who have perfected how to awaken these cosmopolitan tastes. Such chefs have
made their backyards a hub for those who appreciate the tastier things of life.
The following destinations have consistently received the highest ratings from
epicureans, culinary enthusiasts and food travelers.
Paris
The French have a reputation for paying
great attention to detail; nowhere is this more obvious than in their bread and
pastries. They are so infinitely delicate that a person can almost taste every
delicious ingredient in them. And yet the combined fusion of those the ingredients
pamper the palate with a richness that is indescribable. Whoever takes a bite
is left in a state of awe. That is before they sample the rich offerings of
cheese. With up to 400 different cheese varieties on offer, one is stupefied
about where to begin. The eternal battle is between the Camembert and Brie de Meraux.
Tokyo
Mention Japan cuisine and most people think
about sushi. This is both an accurate portrayal and an over simplification. It
is an accurate because Japanese are masters of sea-inspired culinary delights.
It is a simplification because there is much more than just sushi. The Japanese
expertly prepare sumptuous squid, sea urchin, salmon and kakani (hairy crab).
The main characteristic of Japanese cuisine is the use of seasonal ingredients
– meaning that the taste of signature dishes like tempura change with seasons.
Of course what draws most visitors is the legendary sushi, but what greets them
upon arrival is a delightful array of sea foods they hadn’t even imagined
possible.
Rome
The reason why Italian pizza is incredibly
tasty is a mystery that is yet to be solved. What is no mystery though is that
it is the tastiest in the world. Although this sounds presumptuous, whoever
takes a bite of this thin crusted slice of deliciousness comes to the same
conclusion – a least the well-travelled ones do. However, the delights of
lasagna, salmon-spaghetti and the eternal cannoli leave one with a feeling of
having had a taste of paradise.
New York City
Given the eclectic nature of New York,
there isn’t a culinary culture which isn’t represented among its collection of
restaurants. However, what draws enthusiasts is the simple sophistication of
its street food. Simple because unlike traditional culinary cultures, there is
no set etiquette as to how it is served or consumed. Sophisticated because it
is a perfect representation of the spirit of The Big Apple. There is a feeling
of freedom that accompanies savoring the delights of a hot dog or hamburger,
unfettered by any culinary conventions or traditions.
Hawaii
This tropical paradise has a reputation of
having the juiciest fruits on the planet. Whether it is pineapples, coconuts or
mangoes – enthusiasts say they are sweeter and juicier than the ones found
anywhere else. However, Hawaii also has an endless supply of fresh vegetables –
and a tradition of preparing true vegetarian delights. And then there are the
famous cocktails such as Okolehao which is made from fresh roots. Everything in
Hawaii is fresh, organic and natural – and that is what draws purists.
Therefore, whoever would like to take their
palette on a sumptuous adventure can visit any of the above destinations. A
number of Airlines offer direct flights to these destinations.
