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Ask anyone about their greatest travel memory and often it will involve something they have eaten. Food unites us all, and exploring the cuisines of different cultures is one of life’s great joys.
Depending on your palette there are some real hot spots around the world where you can indulge in some exquisite culinary delights (and let’s not forget a bit of local tipple here and there).
Eating and drinking in Asia
If you like a bit of spice in your life, then Asia will float your boat. From the incredible curries of India, to the light and bright cuisine of Vietnam and elegant sushi in Japan, there is such a wide variety of flavours to be found in this region.
Making your way through the humid streets of Bangkok and sampling street food as you go is another holidays moment that you won’t soon forget, as is tantalising your palette with the world’s most mind-blowing dumplings in Shanghai. And if you find yourself in Singapore, you should check out Adam Liaw’s five must-try dishes.
12 must-try Korean dishes
From ‘addictive’ snacks to a seafood dish so fresh it’s still moving (in your mouth), Korean food is fresh, flavoursome and ...
A local’s guide to Kuta’s best restaurants and cafes
Kuta really is a melting pot of different flavours and, from a culinary point of view, there really is something for everyone in B...
Top 10 cafes and restaurants in Bali – for food AND photos
If travelling for you is as much about capturing the perfect foodie photo for Instagram as it is about experiencing a new place......
7 of Bali’s Best vegetarian and vegan cafes & restaurants
These eateries in Seminyak, Canggu and Ubud offer up a delicious range of meat-free fare and a side of cool cafe culture to go wit...
7 Best Bars & Beach Clubs in Canggu
Gone are the days when Bali was a hidden wonderland for adventurous surfers; now it is as much of a foodie’s delight as it is an...
Where to find the best Japanese food in Tokyo
It has been said that it is difficult to have a bad meal in Tokyo. But with an estimated 160,000 restaurants in the city, there is...
13 Japan foodie experiences to rival the Tokyo fish market
From a tempting tempura bar in an old Kyoto geisha district to bustling markets and barbecue joints in the ‘nation’s kitchenâ€...
Best places to eat and drink in Hong Kong
When it comes to food, there are not many places on Earth where the locals take more delight in the act of eating, or where they...
7+ strange Japanese foods to try while you’re there
A brief guide to all of the weird and wonderful dishes you can try during a visit to Japan. Japan is undoubtedly a country that h...
Adam Liaw reveals Singapore’s five must-try dishes
If anyone knows which dishes are worth spending your Singaporean dollars on, it’s Adam Liaw. (more…)...
Best places to Eat, Drink & Stay in Harajuku, Tokyo
From quirky cafes to cutting-edge fashion, here's how to explore Tokyo's hippest little 'hood. Harajuku is the heart of all thing...
Eat your way around Shanghai in 7 dishes
Walking The Bund and sailing the Huangpu River are great, but there’s no better way to get a feel for the heartbeat of China’s...
Why Osaka is the food capital you need to visit
If your trip to Japan is guided mostly by your stomach, Osaka is the best place to start your feast. Losing out to Michelin-starr...
Where to find Bangkok’s best street eats
After worldwide tears, local confusion and an official denial, it seems Bangkok’s street food is safe (for now). We explore s...
3 Singaporean culinary delights worth trying
Singapore is renowned for many things, including its culinary delights. In this article we explain the top 3 signature Singaporean...
Our list of top Singapore restaurants to dine at
Singapore has forged its place in the food lexicon as the home of award-winning cheap eats. (more…)...
Food secrets in Bangkok with Marion Grasby
Chef and TV star, Marion Grasby spills the beans on where to eat, drink and play in Bangkok (more…)...
The 6 must-eat foods in Japanese airports
Forget McDonald's, Subway et al when you need a snack or meal at an airport in Japan. These 6 pre-plane Japanese foods blow the ch...
Dizzy highs: Bangkok’s five best rooftop bars
Sipping a cocktail in a rooftop bar suspended high in the open-air is surreal and magical. These five Bangkok bars, perched at diz...
The quick food-lover’s guide to Sri Lanka
Sri Lankan food has a rightful reputation as some of the most delicious in south-east Asia, using very little meat, lots of seafo...
Kuala Lumpur’s most eclectic eats
Cindy Bingley-Pullin brings her appetite to Kuala Lumpur, finding eclectic eating options from everyday to exclusive. (more&hellip...
Tokyo’s weirdest bars
When it comes to eccentricities and kooky establishments, few do nightlife like Japan. From charmingly offbeat to downright unhing...
Taiwanese cuisine: so much more than dumplings
Deborah Dickson-Smith eschews more well-known Asian fare on offer and goes in search of modern Taiwanese cuisine. (more&helli...
Hanoi’s hippest new hangout
Formerly an abandoned, Soviet-inspired pharmaceuticals factory, Zone 9 is now an enclave for all things hip and happening in Hanoi...
Top 5 French restaurants in Vietnam
France's colonial rule may have ended in Vietnam over 50 years ago, but coffee and croissants are still almost as easy to find as ...
Review: Il Ristorante Restaurant, Bulgari Resort Bali
High-end Bulgari brand combines with Italian cuisine and an idyllic Bali setting to create Il Ristorante Restaurant at Bulgari Res...
Tamarind of Laos: Underrated Southeast Asian Cooking School
Easily the most underrated cooking school in Laos, and perhaps all of Southeast Asia, Tamarind is building a reputation for quali...
Christine Manfield on eating in India
One of Australia’s most celebrated chefs, Christine Manfield has been eating her way around India for more than two decades. She...
Eating and drinking in Europe
Of all the continents, Europe boasts some of the most diverse cuisines (and some of the most picturesque locations to enjoy them in).
Familiarise yourself with the Mediterranean diet by supping on grilled fish, feta-filled salads and a platter of dips on a Greek island.
Carb-load on a trip to Italy with more pasta and pizza than you can poke a stick at and find out why French cuisine is often considered some of the best in the world.
If you’re a wine buff Europe has some of the best wine regions in the world just waiting to be explored, and if you find yourself in London there are a range of secret bars for you to discover. Bar-hopping in Zurich is also a great way to get to know this beautiful city.
The 12 prettiest pubs in the UK
Your guide to the most picture-perfect pubs across the UK. When it comes to picking which pubs to go to in the UK, it’s never j...
A local cook’s guide to Italy’s hidden flavours
Imagine being guided through Italy’s cobblestone streets to indulge in authentic dishes and standout delights in a luxurious fiv...
The best British street food – ranked
Because England is more than just fish and chips. Let’s get to it. The UK is not particularly renowned for its street food. Ra...
The 12 most incredible Rome restaurants, from pasta to antipasto
Whether it’s melt-in-your-mouth cacio e pepe or perfectly cheesy slices of pizza you’re looking for, you’ll find it at these...
10 of the best wallet-friendly restaurants in London
The cuisines of the world are at your fingertips in London – and sampling them needn’t cost the earth. Over the past couple o...
Five ways to eat haggis
Considered Scotland’s national dish, haggis – a mix of offal (sheep hearts, livers and lungs), onions, oatmeal, suet, spices a...
By borough: these are London’s best markets
Whether you’re a devout foodie, a shopper on the hunt for a good bargain, or just into all things vintage, London markets have a...
Where to eat, stay and play in Brittany, France
Boasting Megalithic monuments, extensive, pink granite coastline and fortified cities, France’s north-west region of Brittany (o...
Where to find Nonna-style pizza and pasta in Rome
From hole-in-the-wall pizza joints to fine diners and all the trattorias in between: here’s where to find the best traditional c...
5 best secret bars in London and how to find them
Hidden in London’s rabbit warren of streets – between the old pubs and office buildings, trendy cafes and quirky shops – are...
5 of the best secret bars in Paris and how to find them
In theory, going out for a cocktail in Paris should be a thrill in itself, discovers Ruby Boukabou. Yet sometimes it can be disa...
The four best American food joints in London
From calorie-laden burgers to New York-style pizza and southern soul food, our pick of the best American food joints in London. A...
Bizarre but scrumptious foods to try in Scotland
Want to try Scottish fare but can’t quite stomach the idea of haggis? Here are some bizarre but scrumptious foods to try as you ...
Piemonte by van: hunting truffles, Nutella and Italian reds
You had us at 'truffles and Nutella'... (more…)...
48 elegant hours in Champagne, home of the ‘real stuff’
Australians consume more than seven million bottles of Champagne every year, making us the sixth largest consumers of ‘bubbles' ...
An insider’s guide to where to eat and play in Rome
Pierluigi Roscioli, fourth generation baker and Rocco Forte Hotels ambassador, shares with you a deeply personal side of Rome for ...
Forget cava, it’s cider you should be drinking in Spain
A culture of cider drinking with ancient Celtic origins is a surprising proposition in Spain. To find it, head north to Asturias. ...
By neighbourhood: these are London’s best restaurants
The newest hot spots and the legendary establishments... Landing in London, our first thought – after a pint at a classic pub, ...
Review: 58 Tour Eiffel, Paris
Tourist fare or tour de force? Tiana Templeman takes a chance on a dining experience at the iconic Eiffel Tower. It is hard not t...
The five best curry houses in Birmingham
From butter chicken to Vindaloo, these are where to get the best curries in Burmingham... (more…)...
Cadaqués: sublime seafood, wild winds and Dali’s ghost
Home to the sublime landscape of Cap de Creus, delectable seafood and the ghost of Salvador Dalí, Cadaqués on Spain’s wind-bl...
What and where to eat in Barcelona
Not sure what the difference between a fideuà and a jamon is? Here's a nifty guide to help you on your way. What to buy Catal...
Bach, battles and bratwurst: Germany’s cultural icons
From Berlin to Leipzig, IT reader Michael Azize explores Germany’s historical depths and cultural icons. (more…)...
5 of the best bars in Rome
Looking for 5 of the best bars in Rome? A few years ago Rome’s bars had lost their way, churning out slushy, sugary cocktails fo...
Thé Pour Deux: Inside Paris’s extraordinary tea culture
You haven’t been to Paris until you’ve explored its rich history of tea-making and found a favourite salon de thé for a macar...
Inside Caffè Florian: Venice’s grandest coffee house
Leigh-Ann Pow shares her love affair with a grand old Venetian coffee house. (more…)...
Paris’ most sophisticated dining spots
No city in the world can rival Paris when to comes to eating and drinking. As the world's greatest gastronomic city, you'll want...
Where to find the finest cheese in Italy
Andrew Marshall takes us on a culinary tour to find the best examples of Italian cheese in Parma, Emilia-Romagna. Parma, in the n...
Where to find the finest cheese in France
Andrew Marshall takes us on a culinary tour to find the best examples of French cheese in Pays d'Auge, Normandy. (more…...
Where to find the finest cheese in England
Andrew Marshall takes us on a culinary tour to find the best examples of English cheese in the Yorkshire Dales. (more…)...
Zurich’s secret bars
Welcome to the lesser-known side of Zürich, where the term 'dive bar' takes on a whole new meaning, discovers Nikki Wallman. ...
Vienna’s Top Coffee Houses
The best places to to indulge in a Viennese caffeine hit, by Jennifer Pinkerton (more…)...
Coffee Lovers’ Guide to Vienna
The Viennese kaffeehaus elevates coffee drinking to an art form, says Jennifer Pinkerton (more…)...
Review: Fortnum and Mason Tea
An afternoon tea at the iconic Fortnum and Mason in Piccadilly helps Susan Murphy find shelter from the London snow. (more&...
A culinary journey in Spain with Frank Camorra
You cannot call yourself a well-eaten traveller without having tasted your way through the cities and towns of Spain. Owner of Sy...
Italian Chef shares top ‘underrated restaurants’ in Italy
The master of casual but sophisticated Italian dining, Enrico Paradiso has a soft spot for some underrated Italian restaurants and...
Turkish feast with chef Somer Sivrioglu
Chef Somer Sivrioglu, an Istanbul native, reveals the authentic and occasionally crazy way to feast in Istanbul. Tuck in... ...
Exploring the best boutiques, bars and bistros in Paris
We wander the alluring boulevards of Paris (and plenty of side streets) to find the new and chic boutiques, bars and bistros of th...
Eating and drinking in the Americas
North America has plenty to offer: treat yourself to a degustation at one of New York’s incredible Michelin-starred restaurants, amble along a food trail in Oregon, or find out what all the fuss is about with some deep south barbecue in St Louis.
New Orleans is a bustling, multicultural melting pot of people from all over the globe who have been influencing the city’s food culture for hundreds of years. It is also widely considered to be the only place in the USA to get real Cajun and Creole Louisiana-style cooking.
In Canada you can indulge in one of the world’s most indulgent comfort foods, and in central America you can eat your fill of tacos and tequila in Mexico. Further south you’ll discover that Argentina is famous for its beef and elevates the humble barbecue to new culinary heights.
3 New York restaurants to have on your radar, according to Neil Perry
Wondering where to eat in New York? Let Neil Perry's top picks guide you on your next trip to the Big Apple. Earlier this year I ...
3 wine towns to visit in Sonoma County, California
Great wine is just the beginning in this Northern Californian County that every wine lover needs to visit. Often overshadowed by ...
7 delicious Brazil street food dishes you have to try
There are plenty of reasons to visit this South American country, but Brazil street food is a delicious cherry on top. Brazil is ...
23 unique restaurants to visit on your next trip to Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i’s resorts may offer lots of fine gourmet restaurants, but it’s well worth getting out into the community to taste th...
Where to eat, stay and play in Brooklyn, New York
Eat, drink and stay your way around New York City’s coolest borough. If you want to experience a different side of New York C...
A local’s guide to Vancouver’s best places to eat
Let a local take you on a journey through the best of Vancouver's foodie scene. British Columbia has some of the greatest produce...
A definitive list of the best restaurants in New York City
If you’re a foodie you’ve come to the right place. From excellent Mexican to mouth-watering Italian and authentic eastern Euro...
Where to eat in Honolulu, Hawai’i
Hawai‘i hasn’t always been considered a hot culinary destination – but change is afoot, as Megan Arkinstall discovers as she...
New York’s 7 iconic snacks: We tried and ranked them all
Want to try all the famous snacks in New York City but just don’t have the time/tummy space? We had both, so we did the legwork ...
Where to eat, sleep, drink and play in Phoenix, Arizona
From delicious Mexican food in an old abode mission to mountainside spas and Wild West history, McKenna Uhde discovers the best bi...
Where to nosh and nap in South Dakota
To get the most out of South Dakota’s great outdoors, you’ll need to fuel up on food and get your beauty sleep – Tiffany Lei...
Where to eat, drink and sleep in Tulum, Mexico
Tuck into inventive Mexican cuisine in secret gardens and sip mezcal by campfire; sleep beach-side in boutique hotels and jump int...
Where to eat, drink and sleep in Mexico City
From design hotels to dining institutions and witchcraft markets, Celeste Mitchell gives us the lowdown on all the best bits, what...
Foodies, it’s time to taste Vancouver Island
Lisa Perkovic heads to Vancouver Island and discovers how this once-sleepy region awoke to become the domain of small-scale produc...
The (best-kept-secret) Californian wine region road trip
From Santa Cruz to almost Mexico, Craig Tansley takes you on a road trip through California’s best-kept-secret wine regions. ...
A southern sojourn along Canada’s Route 66
It truly is about the journey, not the destination, as Alissa Jenkins travels the forgotten southern route from Vancouver to Calga...
12 crazy only-in-Newfoundland foods you must try
From Climax candies to beer made from icebergs, here are 12 crazy Newfoundland foods to discover, if you dare. By Nikki Bayley....
Hungry? Track down Vancouver’s world-class street eats
Brett Atkinson munches his away around Vancouver's burgeoning food truck network. From Vietnamese bánh mí sandwiches to slow-co...
Follow Vancouver Island’s quirky food trail
A ferry hop from the mainland, Vancouver Island is crammed with local culinary experiences well worth hunting down. Local writer ...
Where to eat and drink in San Francisco
Those who've made the journey know that San Francisco is home to some of the most initiative and delicious culinary delights throu...
The best places to find good coffee in New York City
New York has long been slated for its coffee by espresso-loving Australians surprised to find the Big Apple isn’t so big on the ...
Craft beer in Canada: everything you need to know
From bold IPAs and puckering sour beers, to smooth pilsners and chocolatey stouts, Canada’s craft beer industry has it all. Bett...
10 Brazilian food winners at Rio Olympics
Who says that the Rio Olympics have to be all about sport? Brazilian expat Ana Lucia Ferreira gives us 10 dishes that you simply m...
O‘ahu’s flavourful food truck scene
A full-on good food movement is taking place in O‘ahu’s sybaritic North Shore from the hatches of bespoke trucks, and it’s a...
Deep South foods y’all HAVE to try
Roll up your sleeves and loosen your belt as Megan Arkinstall reveals the most finger-lickin’ dishes in America’s Deep Sout...
Local’s guide to the best wine in Argentina
As one of the world's biggest wine-producing countries, we chat with Andrew Maidment from Argentina Wines to find out where to go ...
15 bucket-list eats in New York City
Hungry for the latest and greatest restaurants that New York has to offer? Look no further. We spoke with New York restaurant revi...
Best places to eat in Los Angeles
The International Traveller edit of the best restaurants and bars in Los Angeles. (more…)...
Love crab? Read this!
It’s rare that an eatery claiming to have ‘the best in town’ lives up to its hype. But Tracy's King Crab Shack may just be t...
The gourmet’s guide to Napa Valley
Ground zero for gourmets, Susan Gough Henly wines and dines her way around California’s gorgeously abundant Napa Valley. (mo...
The best wineries in Canada
Unheard of 30 years ago, Canadian wines are fast gaining a reputation for quality. Here are five of the best wineries from across ...
Spicy New Orleans cuisine
The birthplace of jazz is serving up a mean cuisine. Shaney Hudson gets to the heart of this delicious city. (more…)...
The world’s best food and drink
Beyond these continents you can also explore South Africa’s winelands, acquaint yourself with the spiced, deep-fried, textured, flavourful food of Egypt and experience the best brunch of your life in Dubai.
Last but not least, for little extra inspiration, check out the world’s 10 most booked food experiences and places around the world where you can learn to cook like locals.
This food and wine precinct has elevated New Zealand’s South Island foodie scene
A historic sheep farm in Queenstown weaves together colourful stories from the past with a laser-focused eye on the future. The f...
The 9 best budget Michelin restaurants around the world
Treat yourself to a Michelin-starred meal with plenty of holiday funds to spare. A Michelin experience is a lot like travelling. ...
9 of the world’s weirdest national dishes
Take a trip around the world via nine weird national dishes. One way to get a taste of a culture is by eating its food. From saut...
Best cellar door experiences in Queenstown
Sally Scott goes in search of the perfect pinot noir in Queenstown. Adrenalin-packed adventures aside, New Zealand’s Central Ot...
The Best Places to eat in Queenstown
There’s more to New Zealand’s adventure capital than just adrenaline. Surrounded by striking mountains on one side and a sere...
These are the world’s 10 most-booked food experiences
If you’re looking to get your gourmand on, it’s well worth checking out this list, because we know what the most-book food exp...
Eat, play and stay in New Zealand’s famous wine regions
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Live like a Sheikh in Abu Dhabi
Live like a sheikh in Abu Dhabi and find out exactly why this mesmerising Emirate deserves your attention, and your time. (mo...
The best countries around the world for breakfast
From black pudding to smoked fish and coconut chutney, here are five countries that do breakfast better than most... Raw fish bef...
5 Best Bars with a view in the world
If you like your Pina Coladas with a side of OMG, then you should definitely try out these incredible bars when ordering your nex...
Culinary delights you must try when visiting New Caledonia
With its idyllic South Pacific location and sophisticated French influences, New Caledonia is a culinary hot spot on the rise. Wr...
The definitive list of Dubai’s best brunches
Friday brunch is favourite pastime in Dubai (the weekend falls on Friday and Saturday, not Saturday and Sunday). Involving a four-...
New Zealand’s greatest gourmet experiences
In a country rich with local produce and cross-continent influences, we reveal a tummyful of NZ’s best foodie experiences to sin...
Darling, only the best high tea will do
To mark the 250th anniversary of the birth of Charles Grey, and because taking tea is just such a chic thing to do, IT slipped on ...
Where in the world you can learn to cook like locals
Undertake culinary instruction in some of these exotic cooking schools and you’ll never have to pass off burnt food as ‘Cajunâ...
Moscow’s Best Sushi Bars
These days it’s easier to find sushi than borsch in Moscow, here are our top five. Warning: some come with a hefty price tag. W...