When I was eight years old, my mom took me on my first major travel experience: a month-long trip to Finland to meet my Finnish relatives, followed by a few weeks on the Greek half of Cyprus visiting with my aunt and uncle.
It was a trip I still remember vividly to this day and it was also the trip that taught me how a country’s food enhances the experience of visiting that country.
The traditional Finnish breakfast of bread, fruit and fresh cheese and the Greek-inspired dinners of Cyprus are food experiences that have stayed in my memory ever since.
Twenty-five years later, I’ve had the chance to experience the culture and the food of many other cities and countries around the globe.
From a five-course seafood meal in Cuba to wood-fired meat and vegetables in South Africa to cowboy-style steak cooked on a pitchfork in North Dakota, no vacation is complete for my boys and me until we’ve tried the food of the region.
In fact, my next trip is likely going to be to New Orleans and it’s definitely the food that has me the most excited about the trip!
Travelocity.ca knows all too well that great food can be one of the best things about a vacation and that’s why the company has created the first-ever Culinary Travel Trend Report!
This list of the top ten cities boasting unique and delicious food experiences is sure to inspire you to do a little tasty travelling.
Of course, I was pretty excited to see that New Orleans made the list, and now know to try some of the tasty craft cocktails the city has to offer when I’m there.
And, having read through the other top picks, I’m tempted to make some adjustments to my future travel plans.
I’ve always dreamed of exploring Venice, Italy but I must admit that Tuscany now sounds every bit as appealing to me!
After getting some travel inspiration from the Culinary Travel Trend Report, you’re sure to be dreaming of your own culinary-inspired vacation.
Personally, I’m a Global Gastronomer, always willing to try the different foods of a region no matter how exotic.
I was initially surprised that Toronto was recommended for me as a top destination but considering the diversity of the food available there, I must admit I would love to have the chance to eat my way through the city!
No matter what type of culinary travel personality you have, Travelocity.ca has some dream destinations to suggest that will allow you to indulge your love of food and travel in the perfect way.
Browse the trendiest culinary destinations for yourself, and start dreaming about your ultimate culinary travel adventure. You may just get the chance to experience it thanks to Travelocity.ca!
That scoop of teddy bear ice cream is soooo cute, my munchkins would luv it!!
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Everything looks so wonderful! Delicious!
Wow this post really made me hungry lol…& entered the contest.
Mmmm. Food, my best friend in good times and bad.
GREAT VARIETY
I would love to take my kids around the world and explore the different cultures, traditions and cuisine, but its not possible so we do our best at exploring the cuisnines locally. We’ve found many great ones. Enjoy your journeys!
This post made me really hungry!
Yummy! It all looks great!
I believe that food is a HUGE part of culture and thus to experience a new culture on your travels it is very important to try new dishes and restaurants that locals suggest!