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September 4, 2013  |  By Emma Smith In Experience

A to Z of cruise foods

A-Z of cruise foods

We’re going to introduce a new mini-series of things to enjoy while you’re at port based on an A-Z, so here’s the first one that I’ve come up with, an A to Z of ports and the interesting foods you can enjoy on a cruise that calls there:

Amsterdam – try a Stroopwafel, a large snack that consists of two layers of batter with a syrup layer in the middle.

Barcelona – as predictable as it is, tapas are a great option in Barcelona, with plenty of traditional options including potatoes, breads, seafood and meat options.

Casablanca – Moroccan lamb dishes are famous with good reason, so look to try a lamb tagine at one of the excellent restaurants.

Dubai – shawarma is very similar to a kebab, with spiced meats cooked on a slowly rotating skewer and flavoured with spices.

Ephesus – there are many renowned Turkish foods but you may not have heard of Dolma – delicious vegetables stuffed with rice and herbs.

Falmouth, Antigua – if you’re in the Caribbean then you simply have to try BBQ foods, with jerk chicken popular across the region.

Gibraltar – while the British influences suggest a classic fish and chips dish, instead opt for a Japonesa, a fried doughnut with a custard-like filling.

Ho Chi Minh City – Banh Mi Thit is the official sandwich of Vietnam, with pate and six different kinds of pork.

Incheon – be brave and give Kimchi, the national dish, a go – it’s fermented cabbage that has a spicy, sour taste.

Juneau – there are few places in the world that match the quality of salmon offered by Alaska, and it’s served in a variety of ways.

Kotor – pork dishes, in particular ribs and ham, are used widely in the country. Enjoy a fresh pork stew made with rastan, a bitter cabbage-esque vegetable.

Lisbon – piri piri chicken originates from Portugal, and you’ll find plenty of fine examples in the capital.

Muscat – if you are fine with eating tripe then try the authentic Muscat dish of muqalab, with pluck also used and cooked in spices.

New York – the only snack that should even enter your mind in New York is the hot dog, best bought from a stand.

Oslo – lamb and seafood are both popular but why not try Rommegrot, a porridge dish that is made using soured cream.

Paris – so many to choose from but since croissants, croque monsieur etc are all available commonly elsewhere, be bold and try escargot.

Quebec City – in Quebec you simply must try the poutine. A mix of fries and cheese curds and served with gravy, it’s a warming snack.

Rio de Janeiro – carnivores and other meat lovers will delight in churrasco, a mix of up to 10 different meats that is served with beans and salad for a mega-protein hit.

San Juan – carne guisada is a Latin beef stew that has even spread into the southern US states, popular as it is.

Tokyo – sushi is huge in Tokyo, so it makes sense to taste genuine flavours with various vegetable and seafood items to choose from.

Ushuaia – shellfish is the main speciality of the most southern city in the world including crab and prawn dishes.

Valletta – with so many cultures inhabiting Malta over the years, food is generally homely with mixed influences, including kapunata, a version of ratatouille.

Wellington – Hangi food is a traditional Maori cooking method, and these pit ovens conjure stunning fish and chicken dishes.

Xiamen – noodle dishes are the staple of Xiamen and China in general, and noodle soups are wholesome and filling.

Yangon – Yangon is also known for noodle dishes, but instead sample one of the fine curried dishes available.

Zeebrugge – heading into Bruges, you just have to visit a chocolatier and taste some of the fine confectionary items that they have created.

By Ian Lewis
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Emma Smith
Emma has more than seven years' experience as a writer and has been in the travel industry for nearly five years. She loves learning about new places and cruise ships coming to market, as well as discovering fun and exciting activities to do while you sail. She has cruised with Princess Cruises, Cunard, Celebrity Cruises, Virgin Voyages, Avalon Waterways and Royal Caribbean and is looking to get something in her diary for 2024! Her favourite things to see on a ship include excellent entertainment, a delicious cocktail menu and extraordinary dining venues.

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