The best taste: $ 2 dish from a small takeout shop

The best taste: $ 2 dish from a small takeout shop

it is, admittedly, a dream job. I have the opportunity to travel and enjoy delicious food, everything in the name of work. For a decade I have been a Food and travelwriter for over five decades.

a culinary journey through the world

This means that I was incredible luck to dine in countless restaurants, from modest street stands to Michelin-Stern restaurants. Very good days in the office - well, at the table - gave me a mouthful for mouthful transcendental joy. Although I am grateful for every meal, many are quickly forgotten.

The best of the best kitchens

Some dishes were created by the best chefs in the world on menus where astronomical prices are printed in tiny script (unfortunately the font size does not relieve the pain). Others offer incredible value; Exceptionally delicious dishes, prepared by the tired operator of a back yard kitchen, a street stand or a car on wheels.

Over the years - and by centimeters of hip circumference - I have learned that an outstanding dish is a slowly cooked stew from different ingredients. When they are hungry, food tastes better and better. If you are in a good mood, you are often more lenient to the plate that stands in front of you.

creative inspiration in gastronomy

Sometimes it is the brilliant innovation that amazes you. How does the cook get such an ingenious idea and then implement it? It is also exciting to discover how a simple, familiar ingredient can taste as if it had been cooked and served by gods. The presentation is also crucial - often her eyes are, not her tongue, the judgment. A Michelin Star restaurant in Spain once served me a dish in which a brown spot in a pool of gray water was crushed. Not exactly something that many Instagram likes can collect.

The 20 most outstanding dishes

Truffel pudding, Valletta, Malta

Imagine a treat, about the size of a Jenga brick that brings your brain and palate to places ecstatic happiness. The sweet-salty truffle pudding by Simon Rogan, one of the most progressive and successful British chefs in the past two decades, is exactly that. In the Maltese capital Valletta, where terrace tables look over a 5000 year old port, I met the climax of Rogan's culinary expertise.

beef Guokui, Chengdu, China

Eating of small snack bars offers just as much culinary enjoyment - if not more - as well as first -class restaurants. In Chengdu in the province of Sichuan, known for his relaxed, friendly atmosphere and the often fiery, but always multi-layered cuisine, I experienced delicious beef Guokui from "Grandma Yan", which has been sold for years.

fried zucchini flowers with caviar, rom

The only cook in Rome who runs a restaurant with three Michelin stars really comes from Germany. His delicacies, including the fried zucchini flowers with caviar, are almost too beautiful to eat them. It is not only the food that impresses, but also the view over the eternal city that always inspires.

Fish Finger Bao, Sydney

A protein surrounded by bread is rarely a disappointment for me. Especially the fish finger sandwiches in king clarence in Sydney offer an exciting turn. For this purpose, fresh Barramundi fillets are fried and served with a mixture of spicy side dishes.

Taco Adobada, New York City

In New York there are many first -class places for eating, but a visit to Los Tacos No. 1 quickly became my definition of a "must-visite". The combination of slow cooking technique and fresh ingredients makes every bite an unforgettable experience.

Scottish scallops with caviar, London

Im alain ducasse at the dorchester spoils the talented chef with a hand-picked Scottish scottish in a delicate leafy. This combination is the epitome of fine food.

ema datshi, bhutan

The Kingdom of Bhutan offers an incomparable travel experience. EMA DATSHI, a stewing court of onions and fermented YAK cheese, gives an authentic insight into local culture and is both tasty and intoxicating. Available in many restaurants, the Como uma paro Resort a memorable version.

Fish and chips, County Donegal, Ireland

Fish and chips, an indispensable part of the British eating culture, are unforgettable, especially in Rathmullan in Ireland. There I spent the evening before a wedding with delicious Haddock and chips, freshly prepared and absolutely.

khachapuri, tbilisi

In Tbilisi I experienced the most delicious Khachapuri I ever had - a boat made of soft bread, filled with melted cheese. This traditional Georgian dish is simple but incredibly tasty.

oysters, West Mersea, England

I enjoy the freshest wild oxterns in company shed . Hatched from local waters, you only need a splash of lemon and a sip of white wine for the ultimate pleasure.

Donburi, Sapporo, Japan

A little unexpectedly I discovered the best Donburi sea curry in Sapporo. The best ingredients of the fishermen, freshly caught and directly into my bowl. Incomparably tasty and only for about $ 20.

East Coast Chowder, Prince Edward Island, Canada

an unforgettable dish that I in inn at bay fortune offered the delicious chow with fresh pussy and everything belong. The indescribable nature with the setting sun made the experience perfect.

cowboy toast, Copenhagen

Copenhagen's kitchen is blessed with a Michelin star, and the Connection by alan bates conjures up with an interesting interpreted cowboy toast is incomparably good.

Garden Smoothie, Okinawa, Japan

A fascinating lunch in okinawa showed me the versatility of fresh ingredients. A smoothie, prepared from locally harvested plants, revolutionized my idea of ​​vegetables.

Paccheri Alla Vittorio, Portofino, Italy

In the Belmond Splendido Mare in Portofino I experienced how to not only prepare pasta, but also present it delicious. Prices look like old fashion here, but the menu convinced.

Garden Vegetables, Manila

A dish at toyo eatery in Manila, served in a blooming plant, surprised me with a selection of 18 different vegetables and celebrated the Philippine culinary.

Brisket, Ribs and Cheddar Brats, Houston, Texas

The best BBQ dishes in Houston Enjoy in the pinkerton’s barbecue . Mahogany-colored, tough ribs and excellent brisket offer an unforgettable barbecue.

Char Siu, Hong Kong

The sweet caramelized pork from Hong Kong are widespread, but they are particularly special at Sun Kwai HEUNG BBQ Food. Enjoy tender, braised meat served on rice - an absolute must!

Piranha Fischkuchen, Lima, Peru

im Central I experienced the best piranhas in the form of fried fishing. An exciting culinary experience that leaves the last impression.

Banh mi, Hoi an, Vietnam

A simple but delicious Banh mi in Madam khanh is the inclusion of simple meals, which not only makes you saturated, but also happily. Anthony Bourdain once described the Banh Mi perfectly: "A symphony of the sandwich".

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