Food walking tours: Exploring world-class culinary destinations
The most intimate way to discover a city's culinary soul is through its streets. Food walking tours blend cultural immersion with gastronomic discovery, revealing authentic flavours and traditions that define each destination.

Budapest: A thousand years of Hungarian flavours
Hungarian cuisine reflects centuries of history, from nomadic roots to imperial influences. Food walking tours through Budapest reveal traditional goulash, local sausages seasoned with prized paprika, and the historic café culture that rivals Vienna's grandeur. The city's sophisticated distilling heritage shines through Unicum, a complex herbal liqueur, and Pálinka, a protected fruit brandy.

Local tip
Hungarian wine bars often offer 'borkóstoló' (wine tasting) portions at 50ml - perfect for sampling premium Tokaji wines without committing to a full glass. For the best lángos, skip the tourist spots and head to Flórián tér Market early morning.
Where to stay
Nestled in the elegant 7th district, Anantara New York Palace Budapest Hotel offers curated food walking tours that include private tastings at the historic Central Market Hall and traditional pastry shops.


San Sebastian: The art of pintxos
The Basque Country's culinary jewel offers an unrivalled food walking tour through its pintxos culture. The medieval streets house over 200 pintxos bars, each with unique specialities. Experience the 'txikiteo' — the beloved custom of bar-hopping — while sampling signature pintxos paired with txakoli, the local sparkling white wine.
Local tip
For authentic pintxos experience, avoid bars with pre-made pintxos on display during dinner hours – the best places prepare them fresh to order. Visit popular spots like La Viña for cheesecake between 6-7pm, before the evening crowd arrives.
Where to stay
The Old Town (Parte Vieja) puts you in the heart of pintxos culture, while Gros neighbourhood offers a more local experience with excellent dining options.

Nice: Mediterranean meets French cuisine
Nice's culinary identity stands distinct from typical French fare, shaped by Mediterranean influences and Italian heritage. Food walking tours through the historic Cours Saleya market capture Provençal gastronomy's essence. Taste socca, a crispy chickpea pancake with Ligurian origins, alongside traditional pissaladière and authentic Niçoise salad.
Local tip
The best socca is served at lunch – look for locals queuing at Chez Thérésa in the old town, and never eat it as a starter; it's traditionally a main course or street food snack.
Where to stay
The elegant Anantara Plaza Nice Hotel, overlooking the Promenade des Anglais, arranges guided food walking tours through Nice's culinary landscape, including private tastings at historic establishments.


Johor Bahru: A fusion of Malaysian traditions
Malaysia's southern city presents a vibrant tapestry of Chinese, Malay and Indian culinary traditions. Food walking tours through the historic district reveal century-old establishments where traditional cooking methods endure. Experience local breakfast rituals centred around kaya (coconut jam) toast and freshly-brewed local coffee, while wood-fired ovens produce pillowy soft coconut buns and the famous Hainanese-influenced banana cake.
Local tip
Visit Hiap Joo Bakery early morning (before 10am) for their wood-fired banana cake, and don't miss their coconut buns – locals buy them by the dozen, and they usually sell out by noon.
Where to stay
Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas, along the pristine Johor coastline, arranges food walking tours exploring the city's diverse culinary heritage as well as the famous bakeries and cafes.


Tokyo: From Markets to Midnight Izakayas
Navigate Tokyo's culinary landscape from the early morning tuna auctions at Tsukiji Outer Market to the small but intimate izakayas around town, most famously in Shinjuku's Golden Gai. The city's food culture is filled with speciality restaurants obsessing over perfecting a single menu item, whether that's ramen masters crafting their broths or tempura artisans spending decades learning the art of deep-frying.
Local tip
Visit depachika food halls an hour before closing for significant discounts on high-end bento boxes and fresh sushi.
Where to stay
Choose Shinjuku for Golden Gai's nightlife and exceptional ramen shops, or Ginza for proximity to Tsukiji and upscale dining.
Food walking tours offer more than just culinary delights – they're an immersion into the heart and soul of these remarkable cities, where every bite tells a story of tradition, innovation and cultural exchange.
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