Some of us travel to marvel at architectural wonders or climb a challenging mountain. Others travel for relaxation or a culinary experience. Then, there’s those who travel for it all. That’s what you get when you go on a food tour. You combine culture and once-in-a-lifetime experiences with a mouth-watering adventure. Here’s why you need to book a food tour this year.
Some of us travel to marvel at architectural wonders or climb a challenging mountain. Others travel for relaxation or a culinary experience. Then, there’s those who travel for it all. That’s what you get when you go on a food tour. You combine culture and once-in-a-lifetime experiences with a mouth-watering adventure. Here’s why you need to book a food tour this year.
What is a food tour?
A food tour’s goal is to take you through a particular region or country as you devour some of the destination’s best foods, combined with culture and good times. You discover a place through its local foods as you explore food markets, take cooking classes, eat at the tastiest restaurants, and interact with local foodies and travellers.
Why Book a Food Tour?
You will learn from the pros
A food tour’s priority is their clients and—you guessed it—food. That means it’s going to make sure you get the best of the best on your culinary escapade. That could be as varied as taking a cooking class from a Sri Lankan chef in his home or learning the expertise in pairing wine and cheese in France. Or if you book a food tour in Morocco, you can expect to learn the art of tajine, see Morocco through the eyes of a local, and master a proper Moroccan mint tea. Whatever’s best in the region, a food tour will offer it. It won’t take you to the ‘tourist traps’ and you’ll get the inside scoop on cooking these dishes yourselves.
Try new foods
A food tour’s all about trying and sharing new food. You’ll be taken to the food markets and backstreet stalls to learn how to choose your ingredients and try local fruits and delicacies. You’ll take a step away from the norm, trying stranger local dishes from guinea pig to spiders, from frogs to chicken feet. Share dishes in communal meals, top the evening off with a glass of snake wine and you’re good to go!
You’ll discover the hidden gems
So ‘tourist traps’ are off the table. Your tour guide will take you to where the locals go, you’ll discover the best side street stalls, the best bars in town, and so much more.
Plus, it’s not all about food. You’ll be taken to the main cultural sites but your guide will also take you to the best secret spots, ensuring an authentic experience.
Immerse yourself in culture
Societies revolve around food and eating. Learn about the culture of a country through the history of dishes, how to properly eat them and what to pair them with. Understand the importance of dishes and meals in different cultures. Think coffee culture in Rome or curry and the family meal in India. Food tours are a special experience into a place’s roots and culture.
Meet and mingle with other foodies
Part of travel is to get to know other travellers and locals themselves. A food tour sets you up to do just that, as you meet other like-minded travellers passionate about food.
As you sit around trying dishes in a busy food market with locals and other fellow foodies, you’ll learn insights, tips and tricks, and perhaps discover your next food tour destination.
