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BEST FOOD TO EAT IN LONDON While the exact location of the first fish and chip shop remains unclear, the earliest known shops opened in England in the 1860s, courtesy... keep reading

BEST FOOD TO EAT IN BOTSWANA Africa is a meat-eating continent, and Botswana is no different. The country’s national meat dish has two names: “ seswaa” in the Central District... keep reading

BEST FOOD TO EAT IN SANTIAGO CHILE Empañadas are bound to become your round-the-clock, go-to chow in Santiago. That’s because every empañada – no matter what the filling - starts... keep reading

BEST FOOD TO EAT IN PRAGUE One of my fondest memories of Prague is a meal I had in the Old Town Square. In fact, I was so enthralled, I... keep reading

BEST FOOD TO EAT IN SYDNEY While in Sydney, a stop at Black Star Pastry for a slice of their signature Strawberry Watermelon Cake is practically mandatory. The bakery opened... keep reading

BEST FOOD TO EAT IN RENNES Rumor has it that it’s practically illegal to leave the French region of Brittany without eating your weight in crepes. Good thing Brittany’s capital... keep reading

BEST FOOD TO EAT IN SANTIAGO DR Dominican cuisine is infused with African, Spanish, and Taino influences, meaning dishes are loaded with herbs, but not spicy in nature. La bandera... keep reading

BEST FOOD TO EAT IN PARIS What to eat in Paris? It would be easier to define what NOT to eat in Paris. The City of Lights tends to wow... keep reading

BEST FOOD TO EAT IN TALLINN The national dish of Estonia requires an open mind and adventurous palate, so don't say we didn't warn you. Enter verivorst (blood sausage), a... keep reading

BEST FOOD TO EAT IN MONTEVERDE There is absolutely no way to avoid eating casado in Costa Rica. This traditional comida tipica (typical dish) is on every restaurant and home... keep reading

EAT You can’t visit São Paulo without trying feijoada, a hearty black bean stew packed with slow-cooked pork and served with rice, collard greens, and crispy farofa (toasted cassava flour)... keep reading

BEST FOOD TO EAT IN COPENHAGEN When in Denmark, delight your palate with the country’s national dish stegt flæsk (fried pork belly). Cut ¼-inch thick, pork belly strips are lightly... keep reading

BEST FOOD TO EAT IN BUENOS AIRES It’s true, Argentina produces some of the best beef on earth. But given cattle’s impact on our climate, I’d prefer to steer you... keep reading

By: Brianna Sullivan Hi everyone! I’m Brianna Sullivan, and this Spring 2025, I’m studying abroad with CIEE in Rome, Italy. The people I’ve met, the places I’ve explored, the lessons... keep reading

By: Madeline Wooster Living in Rome as a study abroad student still doesn’t feel real most days. I’m constantly surrounded by beautiful old buildings, tiny cafes, and winding streets —... keep reading