Sunday, April 14, 2013

Being familiar with Food Customs When Travelling

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By Carla Rossouw


A part of travelling is learning different cultures around the world. Culture encompasses a lot of things. It involves the languages, the traditions, the beliefs, the legends, the history and the food. In this article, we are going to focus on food specifically those recommended in reviews such as hotel reviews and restaurant reviews. Below are some tips on how you can satisfy your taste buds while you are enjoying a vacation.

It is a fact that people worry about what they can and should eat. Not everyone will like the food just because it is popular in the world. People have different taste buds and preferences. Some may like spicy dishes while some prefer savory dishes. Some may be okay with oily food while others who are healthy conscious may not appreciate greasy dishes. However, when you are travelling to a country, you need to respect the locals and the dishes they serve. In most cases, there is a story behind a particular dish. It may represent the town's culture and history. In fact, it will be good if you can ask locals about it. While you are at it, you should also ask about the proper way to eat the dishes. If they tell you to slurp, slurp. If they tell you to use your hands, then go and use your hands. This is part of respecting the tradition they have.

Keep things as simple as possible if you are dining out with friends especially if you are unfamiliar with the menu. Ask the staff about the dish -what the ingredients are how it was prepared and how it will be served. Ask about the restaurant's specialty and the dishes that are most sought-after by the customers. If you find starred items on the menu, it means that the item is recommended. You may want to limit your choices to them in order to ensure that you will enjoy the dining experience. It is fun to try new things.

In addition, you should always consider your health when ordering in a restaurant. When you eat out, watch your portions. Do not eat too much because it is not good. Share the dish with others so you do not have to eat everything on the plate. Be careful about tap water because it may not be clean. Choose only the clean restaurants to ensure that the food will not make you sick. Try to eat healthily by choosing the dishes that are well-balanced when it comes to nutrition and calories. Of course, you can request for healthy substitutes if they are available. Health is always a priority for the people.

Food is very important in every culture. It is a defining factor when travelling. However, there are really no rules about food. You just have to enjoy it and appreciate it in your own way. If you can't enjoy the taste, at least respect the person who prepared it for you.




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