Here is a look at just some of the exceptional food holiday tours that are offered in this dynamic, exciting and culturally rich German city.

The Shoenberg Tour. On this food holiday tour, you will stroll through the ‘Village on the Beautiful Hill’. An experienced guide will walk you through the area, showing you all of the cultural icons that are represented here. While the sites are certainly an attraction worth seeing, the main attraction on this tour is the food. You will get the chance to taste some of the most amazing cuisine that is served in the local restaurants of this lovely region of Berlin.

Kreuzberg Tour. On this tour, you will get the chance to find out what life is like in this bustling, diverse and vibrant district of Berlin. A local guide will take you through the area, sharing insightful information, and pointing out the delicious foods. Don’t forget to try German classics, like dhal soup and German apple pie on this food walking tour.

Prenzlauer Berg Tour. This is one of Berlin’s most popular areas and, as you can imagine, it is bursting with interesting things to see and foods to taste. This was one the working district of Berlin, but today, it has grown into the trendiest spot in the entire city. You will get acquainted with the city, including the sites, the people and the things to do, as well as the delicious traditional German foods that are serve in the restaurants when you go on the Prenzlauer Berg Tour.

Friedrichshain Tour. This tour will take you show you the historic buildings and inform you about the history of this important part of Berlin. Of course, you will also get the chance to experience the extremely diverse foods that are served in this diverse region, including German, French and Austrian delicacies and delights.

Here’s a look at some of the most popular cookery classes that are being offered in the UK today.

The Scilly Isles. If you have always aspired to become a master baker, then look no further than a cookery course on the Scilly Isles. On this cookery holiday, you will learn how to bake some of the most delectable baked goods you will ever taste from master baker Toby Tobin-Dougan. In addition to learning how to masterfully prepare baked goods, you will also have the chance to enjoy the beauty and mystery that the Scilly Isles have to offer.

Le Manoir aux Quat’ Saisons. Head to the Raymond Blanc Cookery School and you will not only learn how to prepare a wide range of dishes, but you will also have a blast while doing do. On this cookery holiday, you will have the opportunity to cook in a two Michelin Star restaurant, which is indeed, quite an experience.

Rick Stein Seafood School. Head to Cornwall and learn how to prepare some of the most exciting seafood dishes that you will ever taste. At the award winning Rick Stein Seafood School, you will have the chance to work with the freshest seafood – you literally pick it right out of the boat. A master chef will teach you how to prepare your choices into mouthwatering delights.

Yorkshire Dales. In Yorkshire Dales, you will have the chance to not only cook with one of the many celebrity guest chefs, but you will also have the chance to stay in a 17th century castle. You will cook with the finest and freshest ingredients and learn from one of the best chefs in the UK, and when you are done cooking and dining, you will feel like royalty while enjoying the surroundings presented by your accommodations.

A cookery class in the UK promises to be an unforgettable, and a delicious, experience.

]]> http://dsmfoodlimited.com/foodholidays/become-a-master-chef-in-the-uk/feed/ 0 http://dsmfoodlimited.com/foodholidays/become-a-master-chef-in-the-uk/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/FoodHolidays/~3/_jTwz1-Ka6A/ http://dsmfoodlimited.com/foodholidays/a-delectable-food-experience-in-costa-rica/#comments Mon, 11 Mar 2013 17:24:46 +0000 Admin http://dsmfoodlimited.com/foodholidays/?p=386 It has been said that there is no better way to experience and gain an understanding and appreciation for a culture than through food. After all, each culture has their very own types of and methods of preparing food. When you think of Italy, China, Greece and the United States, for example, you think of very particular types of food, and that is because these regions prepare very particular types of dishes. These countries aren’t the only countries who have their own types of foods; the Central American country of Costa Rica also has its very own type of and style of preparing food – and it is absolutely mouth-watering.

If you to experience a bit of paradise, then head to Costa Rica, where you can enjoy some of the most delightful dishes amidst a beautiful jungle setting.

Where to Eat. No matter what part of the country you travel to, you will surely find an eatery that serve delectable and traditional Costa Rican cuisine. Whether it is an established, formal restaurant or the kitchen in the home of a local that has been opened up to the public, your taste buds will be delighted beyond belief.

What’s to Eat. In Costa Rica, just like in so many other countries around the globe, there are quintessential foods that are prepared and thus associated with the country. Gallo pinto, or rice and beans, is the quintessential dish of the country and you can expect to find it where ever you dine. And the rice and beans that you eat here are not like rice and beans you will eat anywhere else. Other types of traditional foods that are prepared in Costa Rica include delicious fried plantains, fresh tomato salsa, sausages andchorreados, which are large, thick corn tortillas that are blended with cheese and served with sour cream. These chorreados are served as a side dish, though they can be enjoyed as a meal on their own, as well.

Coffee in Costa Rica. Another food-related item that Costa Rica is famous for – and perhaps most famous for – is coffee. This country is home to acres upon acres of fields where coffee beans are grown and the beans are use to produce some of the best tasting coffee you will ever sip.

Other Experiences. Of course, food isn’t the only thing that Costa Rica is famous for; here, you will also have the opportunity to explore the vast wilderness of the jungle that surrounds the country. See trees that are taller than skyscrapers and wild animals walking about in their natural habit.

A food holiday in Costa Rica is an experience like no place else.

If you are a lover of Greek food and you want to experience it in its purest form, while taking in some of the most incredible culture, history and scenery, than you simply must plan a food holiday to Greece. Read on to find out about this fantastic experience.

Cooking and Dining on Poros Island.Head to the breathtaking Poros Island and discover how Greek’s, who were some of the first people to add spices and herbs to their food, season their recipes to create dishes that offer an experience for the senses. Here, you will discover how to prepare fresh seafood dishes, as well as fresh lamb, and you will find out how to season these dishes with the likes of thyme, oregano and rosemary to great dishes that will literally make your taste buds dance.

Food and Archeology in Crete. The island of Crete is perhaps the most famous of all of the Greek islands for many things, including food. Travel to the island on a cooking holiday and learn how to prepare some of the most beloved Greek dishes, including fresh hummus. In between cooking classes, explore the history of the island while visiting the many archeological wonders that have been exposed here.

Discover Exotic Foods and Historic Wonders in Athens. The city where some say started it all is an ideal place to enjoy a cooking holiday. In this city, you will have the opportunity to experience the culture and geological wonders that have put Greece on the map. You will also have the opportunity to explore some of the best foods that the country of Greece has to offer. In this worldly city, there are literally dozens of restaurants where you can learn how to prepare your favorite Greek dishes from professional chefs.

You will have the culinary experience of a lifetime on a cooking holiday in Greece.

Since apartheid was abolished, South Africa has really started to grow into a haven for travelers, especially for foodies. Food is really coming on the up and up in this country. No matter what your preferences, or what you hope to experience, you will be sure to find an experience that will delight your senses. So what type of options are available to you? Well, let’s have a look.

Pan-African Cuisine Tours. Head over to Gauteng and have yourself an amazing experience with food on a Pan-African Cuisine Tour. Since the end of apartheid, many immigrants from various locations in Africa have come to settle in South Africa, bringing with them different types of cuisines, thus creating a Pan-African cuisine option. It is hard to provide a definite definition of what a Pan-African style cooking is, since there are so many cuisines that make up this type of cooking, but loosely put, it is cooking that uses ingredients that are native to Africa. This type of food tour will allow you to taste the diversity of Africa.

Eco-Epicurean Food Tours. Are you conscious of the footprint that you leave on the environment? Want to enjoy amazing food, but don’t want to damage the environment? If so, then an Eco-Epicurean food tour is the right experience for you. These tours are designed so that you can eat and drink divine creations without leaving a negative impact on the environment. You will learn hunting and gathering skills and learn how to use natural, non-endangered elements to create dishes that will simply dazzle your taste buds.

Rooibos Tea Safari. If you love tea, than you are going to absolutely want to experience the unique and lovely Rooibos Tea Safari. On this tea tour, you will be have the opportunity to tour one of the largest tea plantations in South Africa, learning all about the teas that this plantation has to offer, how the teas are created and of course, you will have the opportunity to sample the teas.

In China, food is more than just something to eat for nourishment, it is an adventure; an experience for the senses. Throughout the different regions of China, you will find that there are some staple items offered on the menus, however the types and styles of food will vary.

Staple menu items throughout the country include rice, potatoes, bamboo and legumes. Various types of spices are also commonly used to season the foods that are prepared in this country. However, while these items may be featured throughout the country, when you travel throughout the different regions that make up this country, you will find very different approaches to cooking. In fact, China is famous for its eclectic food preparations, and that is because the different regions of this country have developed their own dishes, as well as cooking traditions. If you are planning on traveling to China to experience a food holiday, you should certainly intend to travel throughout the 8 different regions of the country. On your travels, not only will you get the chance to experience various types of tasty cuisines, but you will also be able to experience the beauty and wonder of this country.

The southwest region of China is famous for its Szechuan cuisine. This food is known the world over and it is characterized by a lot of spices, as well as garlic, peppers and ginger.

Travel into the Huangshan Mountains and you will have the opportunity to experience Anhui cuisine. Here, the main ingredients used in cooking are vegetables and herbs. Whatever dish you try here, you will likely find that mushrooms and bamboo are included.

In the coastal region of Fujian, you will find a wide variety of cooking techniques are used, including stewing, braising, steaming and boiling. As you can imagine, seafood is the main ingredient used in the majority of the dishes offered here.

In the Cantonese region, you will experience some of the most popular Chinese dishes, including Dim Sm, dumplings and stir fries.

In the Xiang prorovince and the Hunan region of China, you will find the famous Hunan style of cooking. This style of cooking is a large combination of cooking traditions from around the country, and that is due to the fact that this area is made up of a very diverse combination of ethnic groups.

As you taste the foods and experience the culture and the scenery, a food holiday in China is one that will delight your senses and fill your spirit.

Located in the south of France, directly on the Mediterranean Sea, Nice is an absolutely beautiful city. Here, you will find buildings that are washed with bright colors, people who are are and welcoming and a rocky coastline that hugs the brilliant blue waters of the Mediterranean. Aside from the culture and the beauty of the place, food is another one of the truly amazing experiences to be had in Nice.

I am sure that you have heard that food to the French is so much more than food – it is more like an art form and a way of life; and that certainly holds true in Nice.

Now, when it comes to experiencing the food that Nice has to offer, you can simply stroll through the many restaurants and cafes that can be found throughout the city and sample the delightful delicacies (which is always quite enjoyable;) or, you can opt to have get a little bit more involved with your food experience and actually attend cooking classes.

In Nice, you will find that there are a wide array of cooking classes that are offered. From cooking classes that are designed specifically for the novice chef, to cooking classes that are more well suited for those who have a little bit more experience in the kitchen, you can rest assured that you will find a cooking class that will suite your interested and your skill level in Nice.

Just to give you an idea of the type of cooking classes that are offered in Nice, some examples include a French Immersion and Cooking Course, which is a one week immersion class, in which you will have the change to live with your instructor, learn all about food and learn about the way of life in Nice. Talk about an experience!

Another option includes a Beginners French and Cooking Course, which is a one week course that is specifically designed for beginner cooks. You will learn the French way of life, the language, and of course, all about the food in this class.

So, no matter what your interests are, you will be sure to find a cooking class that will more than please you in the beautiful seaside city of Nice, France.

This southern city has adopted the slogan “Keep Austin Weird,” and it is a slogan that the people of the city are quite proud of. The city is quite diverse and is known for its eclectic population of artists, business people, musicians and the like, and while the city is the center of Texas government, you would never know it.

If you want to have a really unique experience and get the opportunity to sample some amazing Texas cuisine, then this is the city for you. The city, as you can imagine, features a wide array of restaurants that cater to different tastes and different personalities.

When you are in Texas, no doubt, you are going to want to sample some traditional Texas barbecue. This state is known throughout the entire country for serving amazing and unique barbecue. For a taste of some Texas-style barbecue brisket, ribs, burgers, slow roasted pork and the like, head on over to one of the amazing barbecue-themed restaurants – a personal favorite is The Salt Lick Bar-B-Que. The food is amazing, the portions are incredible and you will literally be liking your fingers while you are eating.

Now, Austin isn’t only famous for traditional Texas barbecue; if you are in the mood for pizza, grab a slice at Home Slice Pizza. This restaurant serves traditional New York style pizza (even though you’re in Texas,) topped with any sort of topping you’d like – pepperoni, sausage, meatballs, mushrooms – you name it, they’ll top your pizza with it. They also serve a variety of other Italian foods that are simply to die for.

If you want to sink your teeth into a big, juicy, beefy burger, then Austin will surely not disappoint. Hut’s Hamburgers and Hopdoddy Burger Bar are two of the local favorite burger joints. The burgers here are made of 100% ground beef and you know the saying, “Everything’s Bigger in Texas?” – well, that certainly applies to the size of the burgers you will get at these burger joints. Plus, you won’t believe the toppings options that are available.

Between tasting the amazing eats that Austin has to offer, make sure you take the time to check out everything else that the city has to offer, like the honkey tonk bars, the art galleries, the shops and you may even get to participate in one of the fun-filled and high spirited parades that seem to always be winding through the streets.

This lively South American city – which is often affectionately called the ‘City of Samba’ is an adventure seekers – and a food lovers – paradise. When you aren’t hitting the amazing beaches and soaking up the sun and surf, and you aren’t dancing the night away at the many nightclubs that pump upbeat samba music, explore the glorious food scene that this city has to offer.

There are three specific types of food that Brazil is known for – rice, black beans and manioc, which is a type of root vegetable that is very similar to a potato. These three types of food are used as the basis in a large variety of dishes, and they go quite nicely together. in addition to rice black beans and manioc, Brazilians also enjoy their wonderfully seasoned and tender beef, which can also be found in a large variety of meals that are prepared here.

The national dish of Brazil is feijoada, or meat stew. This plate is made up of a collection of meats and vegetables, including bacon, beef, sausage, tomatoes, onions, garlic and black beans. The meal is quite hearty and it has quite a unique flavor. You can experience this dish at almost any of the local restaurants, and it is certainly something that should not be missed.

Corn cake is another delightful treat that Brazilians are quite fond of. Similar to corn bread, corn cake is a lovely side dish that accents the national dish – feijoada – quite well. You can also sample this dish at virtually any restaurant in the city.

Other beloved dishes in Brazil are centered around meat, as well as fruits. Orange salad is a lovely, light and fresh dish, which is yet another favorite of the locals here. Ambrosia is also a lovely, light dish, that Brazilians enjoy. In fact, Brazilians are known for their sweet tooth and are quite fond of using fruits, spices and sugar in a lot of their dishes, so if you have a sweet tooth yourself, you will surely enjoy tasting the foods of Brazil.

Unique and scrumptious foods, beautiful beaches, a vibrant nightlife and a culture that is warm and welcoming? Who wouldn’t want to go on a food holiday in Brazil?