4 safe ways to enjoy local specialties while traveling

When traveling, food is always a top concern for everyone. How to enjoy local delicacies in the right way, at the right place, without being overcharged, is not an easy task. Understanding this, Mytour suggests 4 safe ways to enjoy local cuisine that you can apply anywhere.

4 ways to safely enjoy local specialties while traveling

1. Visit Local Markets

This is the most traditional way that almost everyone who has traveled has tried at least once. Night markets, food markets, or local specialty markets all offer 'mouthwatering' dishes that you are looking for. The lively atmosphere, with stalls closely packed together and competitive prices, will overwhelm you and confuse you with the psychology of wanting to eat everything.

Depending on the locality, the market gatherings vary. In the Mekong Delta, floating markets are common, while in the Northwestern mountains, there are small highland markets. Famous tourist cities like Vung Tau, Nha Trang, Da Nang, Hanoi, or Saigon all have nightly markets operating every day. Tourists can freely choose their favorite dishes and enjoy them right on the spot.

When visiting these food markets, it's important to be careful with your belongings and money. Theft or pickpocketing is common in crowded areas.

2. Seek Help from Locals

When visiting a place where you have little information, locals are your best helpers. Don't hesitate to ask hotel receptionists about reputable eateries in the area. Don't hesitate to smile and greet locals sincerely. You'll definitely receive valuable information from them. Because they understand their hometown the best, know the delicious, nutritious, and affordable dishes that match the local taste.

You'll be surprised by the hospitality of the locals. They're willing to guide you bit by bit about places to visit, explore; show you local specialties; and share interesting things that no newspaper has ever introduced. However, be cautious and vigilant, especially in big cities because you won't know who truly has goodwill to help you.

3. Consult Experienced Travelers

If you have many connections with travel enthusiasts, now is the time to leverage those relationships. In addition to locals, those who have experience traveling to that region will help you feel more confident about the accuracy of the information. For frequent travelers, they enjoy sharing information with others, so just asking about regional cuisine might get you a bunch of experiences about that place. This guidance will bring many benefits to you because you won't have to bother searching for a suitable or reasonable eatery as there have been many previous reviews.

Of course, each approach has its drawbacks. If a restaurant is closed or its location is deeply hidden and difficult to find, then it's a whole different story.

4. Order food online through the foodpanda.vn app

Planning to travel to a place you've never been before, where none of your friends have been either, and you're not keen on interacting with strangers? This is probably the only way you can use to find suitable local eateries. foodpanda.vn helps you save time, convenience, and safety while still being able to enjoy your favorite dishes at home.

As the world's leading online food ordering website, catering to all your dining needs quickly, simply, modernly, and efficiently, foodpanda.vn has been and is operating in 5 major cities such as: Hanoi, Saigon, Nha Trang, Danang, Can Tho, serving over 10 rich culinary categories from over 1000 delicious restaurants. You can browse restaurant menus as well as easily order food online from anywhere.

No matter which restaurant you're in, the food will be carefully packaged, ensuring hygiene and delivered to your doorstep while still hot within just under 30 minutes. Furthermore, you can pay online or on delivery. Give ordering a try to experience foodpanda's very safe food delivery service.

By Tiểu Duy

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Reference: Travel guide from Mytour