This is an excellent article from Lonely Planet. It’s a RECOMMENDED READ, in my view. Check it out!
How to eat like a local – World food – Lonely Planet.
My wife and I are passionate independent travelers, and endorse the Lonely Planet view that food is a key part of the cultural experience of travel as well as a delight in itself. Here are links to two of our travel blog where food does receive plenty of attention:
Any thoughts?
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