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Embark on a culinary journey across Europe and Latin America with our foodie travel tips. Experience the transformative power of travel through diverse flavors, from bustling street food markets to Michelin-starred dining. Savor Montreal third-wave coffee, French natural wines, creamy Italian gelato, Mexican tacos, Moroccan tajines and Colombian exotic fruits.

Discover food festivals, take part in cooking classes, and learn about traditional dishes and innovative fusions. With Air Transat, explore hidden gems and local favorites, making every meal a memorable part of your transformative travel adventure.

If you fancy getting out of your Montego Bay all-inclusive to see the local face of Jamaica, follow our tips for escaping the crowds.
In the Tuscan village of Tavarnelle Val di Pesa, meet Wilma, a most charming Italian nonna, with whom you’ll tackle the ancestral know-how of Italian pasta.
Alongside state-run restaurants for tourists and home cooking (the famous paladares), a new culinary scene is slowly but surely emerging in the Cuban capital: private restaurants.
Discover Peru’s culinary gems with this list of restaurants in Lima! Discover and indulge in local delights, from ceviche to Lomo Saltado.
Energetic and seductive, here’s a suggested itinerary to make sure you don’t miss a thing in the capital of the Spanish region of Catalonia.
Where to find the most authentic Italian coffee in Rome, and most importantly, how to order coffee in Italy like a local.
Croatia is full of gastronomic treasures, no matter the region. Here is a list of several places that are definitely worth trying.
Actress Julianne Côté, an epicurean traveler who feels particularly loyal to the City of Light, shares the places she loves to visit whenever she’s in Paris for a red carpet.
As far as chatty residents go, you’d be hard-pressed to beat the Glaswegians, residents of beautiful Glasgow and Scotland’s underrated gem.
With her small family, the journalist has been on a constant quest to explore her adopted city. Here are her favorite San Francisco haunts, including cafes, markets, and a few well-kept secrets.
A handy travel guide to explore the restaurants, beaches and attractions of the Bloodline series in the Florida Keys. Guaranteed fun and sun!
Pastéis de Belém or Pastel de nata is the egg tart that you’ll find served all over Lisbon, Portugal, especially in one iconic place!
There are all sorts of options that in luxury hotels and cafes, but our favorite is the afternoon tea at The Barbican Conservatory.
Porto, the belle of the north, presents a different face of the country. A village feel, with streets paved with black and white stone mosaics and hyper-local culinary delights.
These London markets are a great place to find food in London, along with clothes, antiques and more! Check out our favourite picks.
Is Portugal is Europe’s best-kept culinary secret? Find out the essential things to eat in Lisbon to properly taste Portuguese cuisine.
Here’s our guide to where to eat in Glasgow for classic Scottish fare that’s all too often overlooked and underrated.
Indulge in the best food festivals in Italy, from Venice’s Carnevale to Alba’s Truffle Fair. Taste authentic Italian tradition and culture!
Panama City’s Casco Viejo district, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997, has a lively nightlife. Here are a few of the best places to go.
Dublin hаѕ some оf thе best Iriѕh pubs and food you’ll ever find in thе wоrld. Here are some of the dishes you must try.
Who among us doesn’t have “eating a gelato in Rome” on their bucket list? But how do you pick the tourist traps from the authentic shops? Here are 9 great gelaterias to try on your next visit.
One of the best things about being on holiday is trying all of the new food and there’s no better place to do this than Mexico. Here are our top 7 fruits!
Florida’s sunniest and most jet-set city is ready to welcome you for a quick, fun-filled getaway. Here are our favourite places for a long weekend in Miami.
If you’re wondering what to eat in Rome besides pasta, here are 6 dishes to be on the lookout for in this delicious city.
Street food in Mexico is nothing short of spectacular, and no trip would be complete without a taste of these delicious staples.
The cuisine of the Yucatan is truly unique, shaped by its historical isolation and diverse influences. If you’re a foodie with a taste for adventure, you’re in for a treat.
What exactly are tapas and whis is dinner time 10 p.m. in Barcelona?
Just a 40-minute train ride from Florence, this stunning medieval city is a feast for the eyes and the palate—and with no crowds, it’s refreshingly affordable.
On a trip to Italy, discover aperitivo, the Italian equivalent of happy hour. Enjoy a cocktail accompanied by delicious antipasti.
People flock to Munich from all over the world to take part in the time-honoured tradition of Oktoberfest in Germany. You can too, and with our help you’ll know what to expect.
Here are some of deliciously flaky, buttery, rich breakfast pastries in some of our favourite European cities.
While 24 hours may seem short, this compact city offers a perfect blend of iconic landmarks, delicious cuisine and cultural treasures within walking distance.
Venice does offer a treasure trove of authentic and delightful eateries if you know where to look.
You can eat well in Madrid at any budget, whether it be at a Michelin star restaurant or a tacsa, here are 6 restaurants not to miss in Madrid.
Whether you’re an amateur oenologist or simply love good wine, Bordeaux is a destination of choice. Here are our suggestions for places not to be missed.
Join us as we explore the main traditions of Italian cuisine, its fundamental principles, unique methods and regional specialities.
Here are the most emblematic dishes in Naples… and the restaurants where you can taste them!
Discover this little corner of the Pyrénées Orientales, with its breathtaking views and elegant simplicity.
Traditional food in Halifax are often those most readily available from the sea and influenced by immigrants to the region. Do not leave without trying these ten meals!
The Okanagan Valley is increasingly attracting the attention of wine lovers. Here are five that stand out in the Kelowna and Osoyoos regions.
Even though this is my third time in Panama City, I’m looking forward to wandering the narrow streets of Casco Viejo again for a Food Tour.
England was not always known for its gastronomy. Thankfully, this has been changing in the last few decades!
Each city has its own best taco, for this list we’ve focused on the coastal cities of Mexico.
Traditional Jamaican food is one of the most underrated cuisines on the planet. You won’t want to miss out on these tasty finds.
A mix of immaculate beaches, warm turquoise waters, lush mountains and laid-back culture (not to mention the reggae), Jamaica is a perfect destination for a sun-filled vacation.
It’s the sweetest thing in the world. Chocolate. Here are some of the best places on Earth to take your chocolate obsession to the next level.
Bordeaux is most often known as one of the best places to drink red wine in France, and in fact all of the world. But second to that it’s known for its gothic architecture and is home to one of the best cities to eat in France.
If you’re looking for fantastic classic French food with seafood caught that morning, Nantes must be on your list. When you visit you cannot miss these restaurants in Nantes!
From tomato fights to cheese-rolling competitions, savour some of the most delicious food festivals around the world. Here is a list you don’t want to forget.
Here are some places you could visit that have a big history with cocoa and chocolate!