Choose Local

Choosing Local Food And Drinks

One of the best parts of travelling is trying all of the authentic food and drinks from the country that you are in. While it can be tempting to look for food that is similar to what you are used to eating, or to eat at fast food and chain restaurants that are familiar to you, ultimately it is much more rewarding to really indulge yourself into the culture that you are in and just eat locally. 

Local food and drinks are often much better priced then chain restaurants and westernised food. This is because they are made locally, and with ingredients that are native to the country, which lowers cost. Therefore, it is both better on your wallet, and adds to your travelling experience to eat and drink local.

 So how do you go about finding the best local food? First of all, ask for recommendations. Ask the staff at where you are staying, they are usually more then happy to recommend a few favorite local places, and circle them on a map for you. You can also ask other travellers who you meet where their favorite place to eat or have a drink was. 

By choosing local food and drinks, you are also helping to support the community and the city that you are staying in. Rather then giving your money to a chain-run place, you are giving back money to the locals and helping to keep local businesses and unique places alive.