Flavours of Europe: a gastronomic tour through the most gourmet destinations
Europe is a real playground for lovers of international cuisine. From Berlin’s street food to Edinburgh’s Michelin-starred restaurants, every destination offers a unique dining experience. This guide offers you a gastronomic tour through the most gourmet destinations in Europe. From Milan to Reykjavik, we discover all the flavors that the old continent has to offer.
Milan, Italy
The city of Milan is not only a fashion hotspot, but also a must-see gastronomic destination. Italian dishes like risotto alla milanese and cotoletta alla milanese are classics that you should definitely try. Risotto alla milanese is a creamy saffron rice dish, perfect as an accompaniment to a glass of Italian white wine. Cotoletta alla milanese is a breaded and fried veal cutlet, topped with fresh lemon for a sweet and sour flavor. If you are looking for authenticity, go to the restaurant Antica Trattoria della Pesa.
Bruges, Belgium
Bruges is a Belgian city that is popular for its chocolate making, but also offers fine Franco-Belgian cuisine. Bruges’ bars and restaurants offer specialities such as fried mussels, Flemish carbonades (beef stew) and grey shrimp croquettes. For local and international cuisine, come to Brasserie Raymond, which offers a varied menu and Belgian craft beers.
Berlin, Germany
Street food is a big part of Berlin’s food culture. In the streets of the city you can find a variety of international dishes, such as gyros, falafel and the famous currywursts. If you’re looking for traditional German dishes, try a classic like meatball (frikadellen) or fish fillet (fischfillet). For a complete street food experience, head to Street Food Thursday in Markthalle Neun.
Lisbon, Portugal
The city of Lisbon offers creative Portuguese dishes made by new generations of chefs. The famous fish dish, bacalhau, is a must-see, but local dishes also include seafood and fresh vegetables. If you’re looking for an innovative dining experience, head to A Taberna da Rua das Flores restaurant, which offers traditional Portuguese dishes with a modern twist.
Seville, Spain
The city of Seville is the perfect place to discover the art of Spanish eating and drinking. If you are looking for a delicious ham, do not miss the jamon iberico. Paella is also a classic Spanish dish that you can find everywhere in Seville. For an authentic tapas experience, don’t miss the Taberna Coloniales, famous for its small plates rich in flavors.
Edinburgh, Scotland
La ville d’Édimbourg est connue pour ses nombreux restaurants étoilés, mais aussi pour ses plats traditionnels comme les macaronis au homard des Orcades. Le bœuf écossais est également une spécialité locale. Si vous voulez une expérience culinaire nordique, rendez-vous au restaurant Scran and Scallie, qui propose des repas écossais modernes.
Les Cornouailles, Angleterre
Les Cornouailles, situées dans le sud-ouest de l’Angleterre, proposent des produits locaux comme la bière artisanale, le cidre et le fromage. Les Cornish pasties (une sorte de chausson) sont une spécialité régionale qui mérite d’être goûtée. Pour les amateurs de fruits de mer, pensez à manger des crabes de Cornouailles. Pour une expérience de table informelle, essayez le restaurant Canteen Cornwall à St Agnes.
Budapest, Hongrie
Budapest propose un authentique ragoût de goulasch et des crêpes hongroises (palacsinta). Le ragoût de goulasch est un plat chaud, épicé et copieux. Les crêpes hongroises peuvent être garnies de sucre, de noix, de Nutella ou même de confiture de rose. Pour une expérience de la cuisine hongroise authentique, allez au Kék Rózsa étterem.
Reykjavik, Islande
Reykjavik rassemble les influences des recettes nordiques et sud-américaines, en raison de sa position géographique unique. Les plats à base de fruits de mer, tels que le saumon fumé et le poisson frais, sont courants. Si vous voulez quelque chose de plus inhabituel, essayez le requin fermenté islandais. Pour une expérience de cuisine nordique, rendez-vous à Matur og Drykkur.