Sofia, Bulgaria’s laid-back capital, offers many things to do. The city is a surprising blend of modern buildings, Ottoman mosques and monuments built during the communist era. Right in... read more →
Taking food tours is one of the ways we discover the local and authentic cuisines of different countries we visit. A recent Chicago Chinatown food tour surprised us in... read more →
Bulgaria is one of the oldest wine making countries in the world. Historical evidence can be traced back to ancient Thracian tribes between 4000 and 6000 years ago. Plovdiv,... read more →
Porto is a quaint old city built on the hillsides, overlooking the Douro river in northern Portugal. Its charming historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site worth visiting.... read more →
Sir Winston Churchill, former British Prime Minister was said to be a huge fan of Bulgarian wine, specifically Melnik wine. Legend holds that Winston Churchill declared Melnik wines to... read more →
Bulgaria is a well kept secret and its great wines are largely unsung. Melnik and Struma Valley wine region is a small and significant wine region in southwest Bulgaria.... read more →
The coastal and historic city of Porto is the perfect place to explore northern Portugal and in particular, Douro Valley, the home of Port wines. You can enjoy several... read more →
Porto, Portugal and Port wines are inextricably linked. Port, a fortified wine is made from wines grown in the Douro Valley in northern Portugal. While in Portugal, exploring the... read more →
Within an hour ride from Porto by train, visiting Braga is one of the most fascinating day trips from Porto to take. Braga is a surprising city in a... read more →
Da Nang in Central, Vietnam is the third largest city in the country after Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, respectively. The cuisine in Central Vietnam has a lot... 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. 
