The history of food in Penang island is inextricably linked to its founding back in 1786. Penang was acquired by the English Captain Francis Light, on behalf the British... read more →
When you combine the culinary traditions of Malay, Chinese and Indians, you get a wonderful collision of flavors that make up Malaysian cuisine. Malay food reflects the multi-ethnic makeup... read more →
When “Makan” or have you eaten, is the main greeting in Singapore, that immediately tells you something about the importance of food in the country. On our quest for... read more →
Have you heard of Hawker Centers? If you are traveling to Singapore, you will hear about them, see them and smell them. So, what is a Hawker Center? It... read more →
Food is a big part of most people’s travel experiences. It is for many, one of the best ways to experience the local culture. As fascinating as the local... read more →
Cambodian street food is not as famous as its counterpart Thailand. The cuisine, in general, is overshadowed by its popular neighbors Thailand and Vietnam. However, once you go deep... read more →
Vietnam is famous for its Pho soup, Bánh Mì sandwiches, and other delicious soups and rice noodles meals. What about Vietnamese desserts? Well, you will find yourself in dessert... read more →
Street food has been a growing food trend across the globe for the last few years. While in Argentina on our quest for authentic food, we looked to discover... read more →
Street food in Peru is very popular. Of the South American countries (Argentina, Uruguay, Chile) we have visited on our quest for authentic food, we’ve been surprised to by... read more →
“Tell me what you eat and I will tell you who you are” Brillat-Savarin, French Gastronome Wherever we live or whenever we are visiting new cities, the... read more →
Hi! Welcome to Authentic Food Quest. We are Claire and Rosemary. Our goal is to invite you to explore the local flavors on your travels. Follow our quest for authentic foods from around the world.
