Calling All Foodies

Best travel destinations for food.

Episode Transcript

Speaker 1 (00:00):
Hello listeners, it is time once again for another episode
of the World Traveler podcast. I cannot thank you enough
for stopping by. Today's episode is gonna be a fun one.
You're in for a treat. We're gonna take a look
at the top travel destinations for footies. I was hungry,

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so I thought I'd just sit here and talk about
food the entire time. Where to go for this and that,
you know, in no particular order, but a great place
to start. If you are a foodie and have not
been to Tokyo, Japan, stop what you're doing right now

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and go Sushi, raymon, temporun, sushimi, kaiseiki, the list goes
on and on. You'll just sit around and eat the
whole time. Tokyo is home of not some the best

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sushi in the world. The city has the most Michelin
starred sushi restaurants with iconic spots made famous by the
documentary Jiro Dreams of Sushi. From high end sushi counters
to conveyor belt options, the quality is unmatched. Tokyo is

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also famous for its ramen. These cities. Raman culture is
incredibly diverse, ranging from rich bros to lighter varieties visit
famous spots tastes Okio's ramen scene, and if it isn't

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breaded and deep fried, don't give it to me oram
battered and deep fried. Vegetables and seafood originated in Japan.
In Tokyo, you'll find it served in specialty restaurants like
Timpura Condo, where delicate tempore is paired with light crispy batter.

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For a truly traditional and luxurious Japanese dining experience, try kaisiki,
a multi course meal that emphasizes seasonal ingredients. Tokyo has
several Michelin star restaurants where each dish is crafted with
precision and artistry. While the inner market has moved Sukiji,

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the outer market is still bustling with seafood and street
food vendors. Here you can try fresh sushi, grilled seafood,
and iconic Japanese snacks. And while you're in that part
of the world, Bangkok, Thailand would be an ideal plays

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for pad tie psalm tom tom yum, or other massamann curries.
Bangkok is renowned for its street food culture. You can
easily find street food vengers serving everything from the perfect
pad tie to grilled satai skewers. Street food is fresh, flavorful,

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and incredibly affordable. Palm tom is a spicy and tangy
salad made with shredded green papaya, chilis, lime fish, sauce, peanuts,
and shrimp. Each vendor has their own variation, so be
sure to try a few different ones. Tom Yum is

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a hot and sour tie soup that is often made
with shrimp, mushrooms, lemon grass, lime leaves, and galangle. The
soup is an explosion of flavor with spicy and citrusy notes.
Massaman curry is a mild cocoanut milk based curry with
influences from India and Malay cuisine. It's typically made with

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bee for chicken, potatoes, peanuts, and spices. You should also
check out Chinatown in the markets. It's a food lover's
paradise where you'll find everything from roasted duck and dim
palm to sweet ti desserts. The week end market is
also a must visit, offering a variety of food stalls

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selling fresh fruit, cocoanut, ice cream, and other savory dishes.
Next on our list another true fouities paradise, Barcelona, Spain
get ready for tapis, Paea, jaman and crima cataiana. Barcelona
is home to one of the most vibrant tapes scenes
in Spain. You can visit restaurants that specialize in small

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plates featuring a variety of meats, sea food and vegetables
such as patatas bravas, fried potatoes and spicy tomato sauce
and al bondigas meat balls and grilled squid. While Paeo
originates from Valencia, Barcelona's proximity to the sea makes it
an ideal place to sample this classic dish. Seafood Paea

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with fresh mussels, shrimp and squid is especially popular. Jaman
or cured ham. Spain's jaman, particularly the famous Jaman aberco,
is a mustry, thinly sliced and melt in your mouth tender.
It pairs perfectly with a glass of Spanish wine. A

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Cattalian dessert similar to crim brulet Krima cattalian is a
custard with a crisp caramelized sugar top. It's often flavored
with lemon, zest and cinnamon. One of Barcelona's most famous
food markets, the La Baguoria, is a feast for the senses.
Here you can sample fresh fruit, juices, cheeses, cured meats

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and sweets, or sit down for a meal at one
of the many eateries. Next up Bologna in Italy for
Bullognese sauce or ragu, Tortellinian, mortdella, Bulletnese sauce or ragou.
Bologna is the birthplace of ragou, the rich meat based

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sauce that is often served with pasta. Unlikely tomato based
bognese popular in other parts of the world. The original
ragou includes meat, butter, and a rich blend of vegetables.
Tortellini are small, ring shape stuffed pasta pieces and are
typically filled with mixture of meat and cheese. The tortellini

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are often served in brodo or broth, which enhances their
delicate flavors. Bologna is known for mortadella, a large, flavorful
Italian sausage made from pork. Is typically served thinly sliced
and is a perfect appetizer for snack. Next up to

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Mexico City in Mexico for some tacos, molay to, malaes
chios and street corn. The tacco is the heart of
Mexico City's food culture. Whether it's carne soda, alpastor, or
fish tacos, street venders and fine dining establishments alike offer
creative and mouth watering options. Molay is a complex and

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rich sauce made from ingredients like chilis, chocolate, nuts, and spices.
It's most famously served over chicken or turkey, especially during
special occasions. Tomales are a traditional Mexican dish. Tomales are
corn dough filled with meat, cheese, or vegetables, wrapped in

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corn husks and then steamed. They are often enjoyed during
holidays and celebration. A beloved sweet treat, churos are deep
fried dough sticks rolled in sugar and cinnamon. They are
best enjoyed with a hot cup of Mexican chocolate or
cafe con Leak. Street corn is a popular street stack

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in Mexico City. Corn on the cob is grilled and
slathered with mayonnaise, cheese, chili powder, and lime, making for
a bold and savory treat. La merch Ed Market, one
of Mexico City's largest and most famous markets, is the
place to go for fresh produce, meats, and traditional Mexican ingredients.

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You'll also find vendors serving everything from tacos to fresh juices.
Next on our list, let's go to New Orleans, USA
for some good old gom boy, pole boys and jumbalaya.
Gumbo is a rich, thick stew made with rue bass.
Gumbo is a quintessential New Orleans dish. It typically includes shrimps, ousage,

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and okra and is served with rice. The flavors vary
depending on the chef's style. Pole Boys are a traditional
sandwich made from French bread. Pole Boys are often served
with fried seafood like shrimp or oysters, or roast beef.
They are typically served with lettuce, tomato, and a tangy sauce.

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You can also take in some jumbalaya, a Creole rice
dish made with meat, seafood, and vegetables. It's often cooked
in one pot and comes in different variations, from seafood
jumboalaya to the meat heavy version. Beignets are fried, square
shaped doughnuts dusted with powdered sugar and are beloved New

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Orleans treats. They are best enjoyed with a cafe alat
at the famous Cafe DuMond and Crawfish. Something else New
Orleans is known for is a type of fresh water
lobster that is boiled with spices. You can enjoy them
in a variety of dishes or simply as part of
a crawl fish boil take in the French Quarter, a

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historic district filled with iconic eateries like and tomes where
you can enjoy traditional Creole dishes, as well as numerous
food stalls serving everything from pole boys to preleens folks. Unfortunately,
that's all the time we have for today's episode of
the World Traveler Podcasts. I've just made myself too hungry

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and now I've got to go eat until next time.
I can't thank you enough for listening.