Asia: food and travel guides

Asia: food and travel guides

by Great British Chefs1 August 2019

Planning a trip to Asia or simply want to know more about its many cuisines and dishes? Take a look at our food-focused travel guides and recipes for everything you need to know.

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Asia: food and travel guides

Planning a trip to Asia or simply want to know more about its many cuisines and dishes? Take a look at our food-focused travel guides and recipes for everything you need to know.

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Flavours of Japan

Planning a trip to Asia or simply want to know more about its many cuisines and dishes? Take a look at our food-focused travel guides and recipes for everything you need to know.

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Bangladeshi dishes are all too often lumped in with those from India, but a closer look at the country's cuisine proves it deserves its time in the spotlight. Dina Begum takes a look at how Bangladeshi food changes with the seasons, sharing six recipes that showcase the cuisine at its very best.

China

China is a vast, sprawling country with more regional cuisines than perhaps any other place in the world. Take a look at our Chinese food and travel guides page for a deeper insight into this incredible part of the world.

Chinese
Chinese
India

Indian food is beloved in the UK, but there are huge differences in ingredients and dishes in different parts of the country. Take a look at our hub of food and travel guides for a more in-depth understanding into what makes Indian food so good.

Indian
Indian
Japan
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Flavours of Japan

Japan is known for its food, and with good reason – apart from being home to one of the healthiest national diets in the world, it offers a vast array of dishes that celebrate everything from the pure to the indulgent. Take a look at our guides to see why there's so much more to Japanese food than sushi.

Japanese
Japanese
Flavours of Japan
Flavours of Japan
Korea

South Korean cuisine is perhaps most famous for kimchi, the fermented cabbage side dish that's served with every meal in the country. Look beyond the preserve, however, and you'll find a rich collection of dishes which combine umami, fiery, sweet and sour flavours with finesse.

Malaysia

Malaysian food is a melting pot of different cultures, resulting in some of the most exciting cooking in Asia. Whether you're visiting the country or want to see why its cuisine is so renowned in your own kitchen, take a look at our guides for a better understanding of the local way of eating.

Borneo

Borneo's food is little-known outside its borders, but in amongst this jungle-covered island (shared by countries Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei) is some fantastic food. Helen Graves traverses the national parks and stunning landscapes to discover some incredible local dishes.

Singapore

Street food is what Singapore has become famous for in recent years, and it's easy to see why. Join Jennifer Cauli as she takes us on a tour of the legendary street food markets, highlighting some of the most beloved dishes of the country.

Thailand

Thai cuisine has been embraced in the UK thanks to its incredible ability to balance different tastes in perfect harmony. Take a look at some of our favourite recipes from the country, or find out which restaurants you have to visit if you're planning a trip to the capital.

Thai
Thai
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Pork larb
Vietnam

No noodle soup enjoys the same worldwide fame as pho – the aromatic beefy broth loaded with slippery flat rice noodles. There are dozens more Vietnamese noodle soups, stir-fries and street foods to enjoy when you're in the country, however; take a look at these guides for more information.

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