Food to Savor on Trips in the Food and Travel Blog
In our enjoyment blog we present you with ideas and suggestions on how you can make your trip enjoyable. There is more than you probably think. Of course, restaurants, cafés and hotels play a role. But that is by no means everything. Your travel destination is guaranteed to have specialties that are typical for the region. There are plants and animals there that you will also find on the menus. Have you ever wondered where the ingredients for your food come from? Who prepares them? And how? You can find out at markets, for example. But it is even more exciting to visit their producers. Here you will find suggestions on where and how this is possible.

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With these tips for culinary trips to savor you can turn your journey into an unforgettable experience.
Visiting producers – tips from the Genuss Blog
Discover, what local producers do and how they work. Get insights on how they make local specialties and products. Such visits also offer the opportunity to meet and talk to locals. A look behind the scenes is fun and also shows you your travel destination from an indepth perspective.
Visit a restaurateur and let him explain what is special about his menu selection. Go to the meadows with a herbalist. From her you can learn, for example, what to make from the herbs of her homeland. Visit a brewer and find out what types of beer he produces. Or shop in a farm shop and let the farmer explain what specialties she has on offer. You can find tips for this in the Genuss Blog:
Discover specialties in markets and shops in the pleasure blog
Another way to get to know the cuisine of a region is to visit markets. A market in China offers different foods than a market in Quebec. You can find inspiration and suggestions in the Genuss blog.
The same applies to shops. Here you can also get to know a region. In this case, however, the enjoyment is not limited to culinary delights. Of course, you can discover that too. However, there are also shops that also give you insights into regional everyday life or art and culture. A confectionery in Salzburg makes different chocolates than one in Toronto. A traditional clothing store in Scotland shows you different clothes than one in Bavaria. And a glass dealer in Sweden offers different designs than one in Vermont or Bavaria. It is worth taking a deeper look with the enjoyment blog.
Restaurants and Cafés to Savor
The best restaurants are not always the most expensive. Why not sit down in a restaurant that only serves dishes from recipe books that are over 200 years old? Or enjoy a coffee table, which consists of four courses and lasts the entire afternoon. Try a home-made goose for St. Martin's Day in Burgenland, Austria. And don't miss the delicious snacks on the Alpine pastures. The restaurants at the travel destinations often offer surprises that are worth discovering.
Enjoy wellness and spa experiences
Enjoyment is not just culinary. It is also about well-being. Where can you experience this better than with a wellness treatment, in the spa or in the sauna? Being pampered is also about enjoyment. That is why we also collect wellness and spa experiences on our travels that we get to know along the way. After a day full of discoveries, there is nothing better than relaxing in the spa. Get a massage. Enjoy the warmth in the sauna after a walk in winter. Or relax your body and mind in an aromatic bath.
Hotels for connoisseurs in the pleasure blog
A real pleasure trip includes hotels where you can enjoy your stay. There are various things that make a hotel a gourmet hotel. These can be culinary offerings, for example. It can also be the lovingly furnished rooms. The ambience of a hotel plays a role. You can also enjoy wellness and spa offers. Or it is a particularly beautiful environment that makes a hotel a gourmet hotel.
Culinary pleasure trips: Discover the best gourmet regions in the Genuss Blog
Gourmet trips are more than just good food – they are a journey of discovery through the flavours of a region. Whether a glass of South Tyrolean Lagrein with a view of the Dolomites, freshly caught oysters on Canada's coast or a pint in a rustic Irish pub – every region has its specialties. Every trip tells its own culinary story.
South Tyrol: A region of pleasure between the Alps and Mediterranean lightness
South Tyrol combines alpine tradition with Mediterranean sophistication. The valleys smell of bacon, freshly baked Schüttelbrot and spicy mountain cheese. Excellent wines such as Lagrein and Gewürztraminer mature on the vineyards around Kaltern or Tramin. In a rustic parlor, the host serves you Schlutzkrapfen with brown butter while you enjoy the view of the snow-capped peaks. High up on a mountain pasture, the Kaiserschmarrn for childhood and freedom.
Canada: Maple syrup, ice wine and fresh seafood
Canada surprises with an incredible culinary diversity. In Quebec you can stroll through markets and try creamy cheese, crispy butter tarts and fresh cider. Further east, on the Atlantic coast, you can get freshly caught lobster served – cooked in sea water and refined with melted butter. In the wineries of Niagara, Ice Wine served, a sweet, intensely aromatic drop that goes perfectly with a dessert made from maple syrup.
California: Wine, enjoyment and the relaxed lifestyle
A world of enjoyment unfolds between the rolling hills of Napa Valley and the rustic wineries in Sonoma. It's not just about wine, but about the perfect interplay of flavors. A glass of strong Cabernet Sauvignon accompanies a juicy steak, while a tangy Chardonnay harmonizes with regional cheese. In Sonoma, where there are fewer tourists than in Napa, family-run wineries invite you to relaxed tastings.
Ireland: Pubs, Whiskey and Hearty Specialties
In Ireland, a lot revolves around comfort – and good food. In Dublin, the day begins with a hearty Irish breakfast. At lunchtime, there might be a warming Irish stew, simmering slowly while the rain drums against the windows outside. The best pubs not only serve Guinness, but also excellent whiskey. A tour of the distilleries in Bushmills or Dingle shows how water, malt and time create real masterpieces.
Culinary experiences that remain in your memory
Whether it is a wine tasting in the Wachau, a cheese tour through Quebec or a truffle meal in South Tyrol – every region has its own culinary treasures. In Austria, the first sip tastes Grüner Veltliner of summer on the Danube, while in Canada the smell of campfire and freshly grilled Salmon is in the air. Gourmet trips are an experience for all the senses. They are an invitation to discover new flavors, immerse yourself in the culture of a country and take the taste of a place home with you.
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Questions and answers to our Genuss Blog
How do I find the best restaurants off the beaten track?
Eating off the beaten track often means discovering the most authentic culinary experiences. A good place to start is to talk to locals - be it your accommodation host, a winemaker at a wine tasting or a vendor at the market. They often know the best insider tips. Small, family-run restaurants with handwritten menus or ones that are mostly populated by locals are also a good sign. If you want to delve even deeper, you can stick to slow food organizations or culinary tours that focus on regional specialties.
Which culinary souvenirs are really worth it?
Not everything that tastes good on holiday will have the same aroma when you get home. However, there are some specialties that bring the taste of your trip into your own kitchen. In South Tyrol, for example, it's air-dried bacon or a well-stored Lagrein, while high-quality maple syrup from Canada is a good choice. In Ireland, you should look for hand-made whiskey or a special cheddar, and in California, it's mainly wines or olive oil from small manufacturers that make a good culinary souvenir. It's important to make sure that the products are well packaged and comply with customs regulations.
When is the best time to travel for a culinary pleasure trip?
This depends largely on the destination and the specialties you want to experience. Autumn is the high season for wine tours, as the grape harvest is in full swing and many wineries offer tastings and festivals. If you are interested in truffles, the best time to travel to South Tyrol or Piedmont is in late autumn. For fresh seafood, the cooler season is often the best choice, as oysters and mussels are particularly aromatic then. Festivals and culinary events take place throughout the year - if you want to visit one specifically, you should find out about it early and adjust your trip accordingly.
How do I plan a culinary trip without falling into tourist traps?
Good preparation is crucial to experience culinary highlights without ending up in overpriced restaurants. It is worth looking for blogs, slow food guides or recommendations from food journalists before you travel. A smart strategy is to try out the upscale restaurants at lunchtime, as many offer a cheaper lunch menu. In the evening, small, inconspicuous restaurants are often the better choice. If you shop at markets or take part in tastings at wineries and cheese dairies, you not only get to know the products, but also their origins - and often get to talk directly to the producers.
Why are gourmet trips more than just good food?
Culinary arts are a direct expression of a country's culture, history and way of life. If you discover a region through its food, you automatically delve deeper into its traditions. A visit to a market in Quebec tells stories about the city's French roots, and dinner in an Irish pub gives an insight into the country's convivial, warm culture. The flavors, ingredients and cooking techniques are often linked to landscapes, seasons and rituals. Gourmet trips are therefore always an encounter with the people who produce these specialties with passion.

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