The world’s best gourmet destinations

Food is universal, a language linking all humans.

Whether your interpretation of fine dining is a sizzling steak, a plate of crisp greens or mouth-tingling breyani, it’s a worldwide affair.

Chow down on our list of gourmet heaven stops:

Morocco, Africa

The tagine is the iconic vessel from this country, but we also love lamb dishes paired with tasty delights such as couscous, dates, almonds, apricots and honey.

Bangkok, Thailand

Although your first thought might be curry, the Thai people create awesome eats like Pad Thai (stir-fried noodle dish), Som Tum (green papaya salad) and tom yum kung (a spicy shrimp soup).

Napa Valley, USA

Known as a wine destination, food in Napa pairs well with wine. Combining Spanish, Mexican and Italian (and other) influences, expect the best from fresh, home-grown ingredients.

London, England

So maybe you just want to eat at Gordon Ramsay’s – take a chance on classic British fare at its heart. Think fish and chips, Yorkshire pudding, cottage pie; all that lovely grub plus cool accents.

Sicily, Italy

If you love Italian fare, this city is pulsing with local ingredients and recipes to bring out their best. Dishes vary from season to season, although the seafood is always the day’s best catch.

Honolulu, Hawaii, USA

If your idea of lip-smacking deliciousness is juicy pork, this is for you. Luau is a Hawaiian feast, and the centrepiece is usually Kalua Pig, cooked in an underground oven call an imu.

Mumbai, India

So it’s super-prosperous and boasts some of the greatest street food worldwide? Enjoy kebabs off the grill, fresh buttery crab and vada pav (a tasty potato ‘fritter’ inside a fresh bun).