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No matter what culinary indulgence you are searching for, it’s
only a flight away. According to a recent Travel Industry Association of
America (TIA) study, 58 percent of all U.S. leisure travelers say they
are somewhat/very interested in taking a trip to engage in culinary or
wine-related activities in the next year. With this in mind, Travelocity’s
editors scoured all corners of the globe with their taste buds to
highlight some unique foodie finds ranging from destinations both old
and new as well as a few that often get overlooked.
While several destinations are determined to hang on to the foodie
population, newcomers are making their mark with new inventions,
combining design and dining or seafood and stellar Asian cuisine. Based
on extensive research combined with many first-hand accounts, Travelocity’s
favorite foodie list includes:
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona: This Spanish city started getting
recognition just within the last five years. Catalan influences dominate
both the culture and cuisine with French and Mediterranean inspired
dishes more prevalent than traditional Spanish fare. Catalan cuisine
features a unique combination of ingredients such as red meat and fish;
poultry and fruit; and pork sausage with white beans. Each dish is
unique, original and utterly impossible to put down.
Boulder, Colorado
Boulder: It's no secret that Boulder is about as
eco-friendly and earthy as it gets, but what may come as a surprise is
how the recent addition of urban dwellers has led to a more
sophisticated and trend-setting approach to organic dining. Take The
Kitchen Café for example, which offers an
eclectic menu with superior organic ingredients, but moreover, is
completely green-they even compost all of the kitchen scraps and use
wind power. On top of this green approach, Boulderites have access to
some of the country's finest boutique ingredients, such as hormone-free
Colorado lamb, local cheeses, and even organic microbrews.
Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston: Some may call it soul food, but in
Charleston they call it Low Country cuisine. Prevailing as the
undisputed local favorite, this culinary specialty infuses restaurant
menus with dishes such as Frogmore Stew, She-Crab Soup and Hoppin' John.
Rice, grits and fresh, local produce play an integral role in the
creation of these truly Southern meals, and the waters that surround
South Carolina's Low Country inspire local cooks more often than not
with seafood dishes found on just about every menu.
Las Vegas, Nevada
Las Vegas: In the spirit of Liberace, Vegas' recent
restaurant boom is completely over the top-and we mean that in the best
possible way. If you want your foie gras topped with shaved truffles and
dusted with gold, it's a sure bet it can be found here. Top chefs from
NYC, Paris, and London are opening namesake outposts in hotels and
casinos with much fanfare, so keep an eye out for Emeril, Thomas Keller,
and Bobby Flay. Fortunately for our wallets, Vegas' famous buffets are
still a beloved part of life on The Strip.
London, United Kingdom
London: London is shaking its reputation for having
mediocre cuisine (we think it was undeserved anyway!). Celebrity chefs
like Gordon Ramsey have built on the English penchant for exquisite
service and fine surroundings, and have made the current restaurant
scene world famous. All the while, specialty gourmet shops have
continued operations for nearly 300 years, as in the case of Fortnum &
Mason, known for its fine teas, and Paxton & Whitfield, cheesemonger to
the royal family. Choose from afternoon tea, Indian curries, and classic
pub fare, like shepherd's pie-then wash it down with a black and tan
before hitting the museums.
Montreal, Quebec
Montreal: Known ubiquitously for its French
cuisine, the Montreal culinary scene also boasts imaginative carte du
jours from more than 80 countries. Dine at one of the city's 5,000
restaurants, or spend the day meandering through local markets in search
of the same culinary treasures used by Montreal chefs. While there,
sample a Montreal-style bagel topped with cream cheese or a smoked meat
sandwich, two local treats.
New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans: Many first time visitors head to New
Orleans to experience events such as Mardi Gras or JazzFest, but they
return time and time again for its food. NOLA's most famous restaurants
include Emeril's, Commander's Palace and Antoine's, but local favorites
such as Jacques-Imos and Port of Call deserve a spot on the map of
culinary treasures as well. Cajun and Creole dishes throughout the city
tempt the taste buds, and no visit to Crescent City is complete without
indulging in a beignet dusted with powdered sugar and a cup of café
au lait laced with chicory at Café Du Monde.
New York, New York
New York: Cabbies and billionaires alike clamor for
the city's famous slices, pretzels with mustard, and roasted chestnuts
in paper bags, but beyond streetfood, NYC boasts more restaurants per
capita than any other American city. Whether one is looking for a
neighborhood Italian joint or sweeping views of Central Park at Per Se,
there's something for everyone. The city is also home to some of the
best foodie souvenir shops around, including DiPalo's homemade
mozzarella, the Doughnut Plant's pistachio glazed version, and Vintage's
Long Island wines.
Rome, Italy
Rome: Dining in this Italian capital is an
experience that's arguably just as pleasurable as seeing the sites the
city has to offer and surprisingly, finding the best fare is as easy as
pie. While Northern Italy is famous for its pesto and truffles, Tuscany
for its olive oil and beans, Sicily for its sweets, and the south for
its seafood and spice, Roman cuisine boasts all of this and more. From
home-style Italian cooking in charming trattorias to innovative fare in
designer restaurants, the old streets of Rome will have you savoring la
dolce vita.
San Francisco, California
San Francisco: Alice Waters is credited with
changing the way Americans eat, and now her local, seasonal approach to
cuisine is now an integral part of San Francisco's venerable restaurant
scene. With Wine Country vintages at hand, Bodega Bay oysters on the
half-shell, and Northern California's bounty, visitors are able to try
ingredients they wouldn't have access to at home. As if that weren't
enough, the City by the Bay is a hotbed for artisanal products, such as
Cowgirl Creamery's Mt. Tam cheese, McEvoy Ranch olive oil, and
Scharfenberger chocolates, all of which can be found at the foodie mecca
known as the Ferry Building.
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