Travel and cuisine are, like airplanes and airports, inextricably linked. Some countries attract tourists with their unique cuisine, making them ideal destinations for foodies. Here’s a list of countries where your sense of taste is at its peak!

Thailand
Dishes are primarily spiced with garlic and hot chili peppers, including the famous Thai pepper, often called “mouse shit pepper.” Lime juice, coriander, and lemon zest also play an important role, imparting a distinctive aroma. The famous fish in sauce or pasta with shrimp are a true highlight of Thai cuisine and are well worth trying.

Greece
Here, it’s customary to hide or alter the unique flavors of ingredients, especially freshly baked bread, pink tomatoes, and fresh fish caught in the Mediterranean. A Greek lunch is the main meal, and dishes are served immediately after preparation.

China
From humble dumpling stalls to high-class five-star restaurants, Chinese cuisine is considered one of the most refined in the world. It embodies the cultural principles of Yin and Yang, reflected not only in the contents of your plate but also in the food pairings: cold vegetables and fruits coexist with hot spices and meat. Rice is especially revered in China, although noodles are also an integral part of many dishes.

France
France is famous not only for its cheeses and champagne, but also for its snails and aromatic baguettes, which call into question the theory of the harmfulness of carbohydrates. French cuisine is more than just food; it is a true art of long lunches, where variety of dishes and refined presentation play a key role.

Spain
Catalan cuisine, which has won the hearts of gourmets worldwide, is highly regarded in Barcelona. Like other Spanish culinary traditions, Catalan cuisine has its own unique palette of spices, including saffron and cumin, as well as honey-based sweets. The combination of ingredients and cultural traditions gives Barcelona’s dishes, which focus on seafood, meat, and a variety of sauces, a unique flavor.