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FOOD TRAVELER TIPS

Even though food travel is a big part of your travel experiences, we know your trip involves much more. 

In this section, you’ll find tips to help you get the most from your travels. From eating safely tips to packing and keeping fit, find the resources you need for your foodie travels.

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Featured Image U.K. June 2020 Box Universal Yums Review by Authentic Food Quest

Universal Yums Review: How To Tour the World With Snacks

Tasting snacks from around the world is a delicious way to travel and see the world. Even though travel may be restricted, it doesn’t mean the spirit of exploration has... Read more →
  • Rosemary
  • 72 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips, UK
Travel smart App Allianz Authentic Food Quest

Allianz TravelSmart App: 10 Benefits You Want to Know

When traveling, there are a lot of moving parts that can make things stressful.  On our travels, we use a few travel apps to keep us organized and make our... Read more →
  • Claire
  • 30 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips
7 Ways to Keep Sane in the midst of Chaos by Authentic Food Quest

7 Ways To Keep Sane In The Midst of Chaos

In the last five years of our nomadic lifestyle, we’ve been confronted with a lot of uncertainty and hectic times. Traveling and working on the road with no permanent base... Read more →
  • Rosemary
  • 12 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips
Drinking water a great tip to avoid stomach problems after traveling by AuthenticFoodQuest

10 Simple Ways To Protect Your Stomach When Traveling

Eating local food is by far one of the greatest pleasures of traveling. Yet, despite the appetizing sights and smells, lurking in the background is the desire to avoid stomach... Read more →
  • Rosemary
  • 28 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips
Eatwith Mexico City by AuthenticFoodQuest

How To Gain Local Friends With Eatwith in Mexico City

Connecting with locals is one of the joys of traveling. On our quest to find the best local and authentic food around the world, we always seek to connect with... Read more →
  • Rosemary
  • 29 Comments
  • Mexico, Food Traveler Tips
Take a Cooking Class on Your Travels by AuthenticFoodQuest

10 Fabulous Reasons To Take A Cooking Class On Your Travels

“Here’s a tip for you Xavier told us in a cooking class in Spain. “The right way to crack an egg is to hit two eggs together and then pour... Read more →
  • Rosemary
  • 27 Comments
  • Cooking, Food Traveler Tips
Allianz Travel Insurance Review by Authentic Food Quest

How to Get Covered on Your Travels – Allianz Insurance Review

Value and insurance are two words you wouldn’t necessarily put together. But with Allianz Travel Insurance, we found a great blend of value, maximum coverage and affordability. We travel quite... Read more →
  • Rosemary
  • 31 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips
We Travel Because by Authentic Food Quest for I Travel Because campaign

We Travel Because . . .

Why do you travel? What makes you want to see more of the world? What does travel mean to you? Have you ever actually stopped to really think through your... Read more →
  • Claire
  • 53 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips
Prevent Traveler's Diarrhea Authentic Food Quest

How to Prevent Travelers Diarrhea: Travelan Your Best Answer

In collaboration with Travelan When you hear the words, Delhi belly, Montezuma’s revenge, or travelers diarrhea, what comes to mind? For us, the mere mention of these words sends shivers... Read more →
  • Claire
  • 59 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips
How To Eat Local And Safely Authentic Food Quest

How to Eat Local and Safely on the Street

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. Local food, which often can be... Read more →
  • Rosemary
  • 113 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips
Food Traveler Gift Guide Authentic Food Quest

The Best Food Traveler Gift Guide To Make Your Travels Tasty

What gift should you give a food traveler in your life or perhaps yourself? If you find yourself short on ideas to find yet another gift for a food traveler,... Read more →
  • Claire
  • 48 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips
5 Tips Foreign Foods Authentic Food Quest

Scared of Foreign Foods on Your Travels? 5 Tips to Overcome Your Fear

For fussy eaters, the desire to try local foods in the countries they visit can be clouded by fear. Will I like the food? Will I accidentally offend the locals?... Read more →
  • Rosemary
  • 12 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips
Silent Retreat in Malaysia Authentic Food Quest

How to Best Prepare for Your First Silent Retreat

Now begins “Noble Silence.” We had just finished dinner after checking in and getting settled earlier that afternoon. The words uttered “noble silence now begins” was a defining moment of... Read more →
  • Rosemary
  • 24 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips
Unique Food Gifts for Food Travelers Authentic Food Quest

The Best Unique Food Gifts for Food Travelers

Are you looking for unique food gifts for this holiday season? Something you know the “hard to please” people on your list will enjoy. Something surprising, with an interesting backstory?... Read more →
  • Claire
  • 23 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips
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Quiz: What Kind of Food Traveler Are You?

Do you love to travel and discover new destinations and sites? On your travels, what role does “food” play? What kind of food traveler are you? Some people design their... Read more →
  • Rosemary
  • 38 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips
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How To Get Reliable Internet Access in Southeast Asia

In Southeast Asia, it is surprisingly easy to get internet access. The main challenge though is finding reliable internet access. On our quest in Southeast Asia staying connected was a... Read more →
  • Rosemary
  • 48 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips
How to Drink Water safely in Southeast Asia Authentic Food Quest

How to Drink Water Safely in Southeast Asia – Helpful Tips

In many parts of the world, you don’t have to worry much when you drink water from the tap. Southeast Asia, is unfortunately not one of those places. When traveling... Read more →
  • Claire
  • 52 Comments
  • Drinks, Food Traveler Tips
Best Parks for Running in Bangkok Authentic Food Quest

Best Parks to Make You Love Running In Bangkok

Running and exercising are fundamental components of our routine while on our authentic food quest. No matter where we are in the world, we always seek out ways to stay... Read more →
  • Claire
  • 23 Comments
  • Thailand, Food Traveler Tips
10 Tips HowTo Eat Like A Local Bangkok by Authentic Food Quest

10 Tips on How to Eat Like a Local in Bangkok

When you first arrive in Bangkok, chances are you will find the sprawling mega-city to be quite intimidating. And when it comes to the food, delicious smells will tempt you... Read more →
  • Rosemary
  • 49 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips, Thailand
Gifts for Food Travelers: The Ultimate Guide That will Make You Drool

Gifts For Food Travelers: The Ultimate Guide That Will Make You Drool

Understanding the local culture through food is our goal at Authentic Food Quest. Our mission is to inspire people to travel through authentic food. To help you and the travelers... Read more →
  • Claire
  • 38 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips
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Kerry Sports – The Best Fitness Center For Your Stay in Manila

We were blown away as soon as we  walked into Kerry Sports, at the Shangri-La at the Fort in Manila. We knew at that point that all kilos we had... Read more →
  • Rosemary
  • 24 Comments
  • Philippines, Food Traveler Tips
how to stay fit on your travels to the philippines Authentic Food Quest

How to Stay Fit On Your Travels to The Philippines

To stay fit on your travels to the Philippines can be more challenging than you think. Especially if underwater diving is not an activity that you enjoy. Why do I... Read more →
  • Claire
  • 32 Comments
  • Philippines, Food Traveler Tips
Travel Insurance for Food Adventures Authentic Food Quest

Why You Need Travel Insurance On Your Food Adventures

Dental insurance isn’t something most travelers think about when looking to purchase travel insurance for long term travel. This was certainly the case with us. As we prepared to start... Read more →
  • Rosemary
  • 42 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips
5 Reasons Why You Want to Stay With Locals On Your Travels Authentic Food Quest

5 Reasons Why You Want To Stay With Locals On Your Travels

What are your best memories from your travels?  Is it about the places you visited? Or the people you met? Often times the reasons that we choose to visit a... Read more →
  • Claire
  • 37 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips

How To Avoid Tourist Trap Food When Traveling In a Tourist Town

So you are finally at your dream vacation destination, it might be Paris, Buenos Aires or Singapore. You're eager to taste the local cuisine and eat your way through the... Read more →
  • Rosemary
  • 46 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips
How to enjoy great authentic food on your travels AFQ

How To Enjoy Great Authentic Food On Your Travels

When it comes to traveling, most people play it safe. The more exotic or different the place is, the more safe people tend to become with their food choices. We... Read more →
  • Rosemary
  • 48 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips

Special Edition: 10 Essentials for Foodie Travelers

Are you planning to travel for food? Do you know anyone planning a foodie travel?  As you prepare for your trip around food or to help friends/family prepare for their... Read more →
  • Claire
  • 18 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips

How To Stay Healthy As We Eat Our Way Around Argentina – Five Tips – Part 1

We are now entering our third month of experiencing authentic food in Argentina and it has been a delicious experience. One question we get asked often is “how do you... Read more →
  • Rosemary
  • 6 Comments
  • Argentina, Food Traveler Tips

Traveling This Summer? 4 Tips to Have Authentic Restaurant Experiences

June 21st or the Summer Solstice usually marks the start of Summer in the Northern Hemisphere. With this comes longer days and warmer temperatures.  And for many, it is also... Read more →
  • Rosemary
  • 17 Comments
  • Food Traveler Tips
Claire and Rosemary Hi! Welcome to Authentic Food Quest. We are Claire and Rosemary. Our goal is to help you explore local culture through food. As digital nomads, we travel to share authentic food recipes and food guides from around the world so you can savor them during your travels or in your home kitchen. Learn More

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