Just as the list of activities related to gastronomic tourism, Culinary and Wine Tours in France for example is not short, there are several destinations around the world with the opportunity to guarantee quality experiences, which have already been printed in catalogs and will be analyzed below.
France
The first country by The International Kitchen for example to stand out in terms of the gastronomic tour in France, which managed to expand its cuisine to many other countries, from foods such as croissants, fondue, and petit gâteau, among many others. In addition to the fact that it stands out for standard tourism, always present in various ornaments and decorations, French cuisine has a high potential to please tourists and serve as a reference point in culinary tourism. In addition to its popularity, French cuisine was recognized as an intangible heritage of humanity, according to Unesco.
A fixed feature of the French eating process, even on ordinary days, is the order in which it is followed: appetizer, starter, main course, cheese, salad, dessert, digestif, and coffee or tea. Paris is one of the cities that stands out, concentrating most of the modern and luxurious restaurants. However, the city of Provence is also popular thanks to the typical Ratatouille and Burgundy and Bordeaux for the wine.
Another option is the south coast region, the Côte D’Azur, considered one of the most luxurious, with characteristic Mediterranean cuisine, having the number 1 restaurant in the world in 2019 in the city of Menton. Finally, Lyon, located in the northeast of the country, has desirable street markets, with the main point being the sapeur tablier, a regional specialty, where you can taste meat marinated in white wine and help yourself to potatoes and sauce. Gribiche.
Portugal
Cod is the most famous typical dish in Portugal; it is also the most consumed fish in the country and can be prepared in different ways; sardines and other fresh fish are popular with sauces and oils. In addition, it is impossible to forget the well-known pastéis de belém, made with cream, and the francesinha snacks. The central place for its consumption is in Lisbon, with several recognized and appreciated restaurants.
Argentina
Because it has a mixed culture of all the cuisines of the European continent, Argentina combines different techniques, being well known for its meats, barbecue, and wines, starting with the capital Buenos Aires. In the city of Mendoza, there is a huge variety of typical dishes, including roasted meats and stews, empanadas, and wines, in addition to the possibility of joining dinner with tango, which is very characteristic of the place.
Peru
The millennial Peruvian gastronomy culture is considered exotic but diverse, covering different tastes and palates, which makes Lima one of the main gastronomic capitals of the world.
Thanks to its external influences, cuisine in Peru has unique touches, such as ceviche, recipes with seafood and very spicy, the strong presence of potatoes and pisco, a local specialty, and the brandy made from grapes. Therefore, it is advisable to carry a personalized bottle of water in your luggage whenever it is carried out, as flavors worldwide can be more different than you might think, making it worth trying everything.
Brazil
In addition to being a country with continental dimensions, Brazil is rich, with a great mixture and variety of cultures, which means that each region has different characteristics and typical cuisine. Therefore, a great destination to discover different seasonings and typical dishes, it becomes an opportunity for gastronomic tourism.