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Munich on a Budget: How to See Bavaria's Capital Cheaply in 2026
Munich has a reputation for being expensive, but it can be done cheaply. Here is how to eat, sleep and travel in Bavaria's capital without overspending.
Uzbekistan in Autumn: Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva Guide 2026
Uzbekistan in autumn means cool air, golden light on blue domes and far fewer tourists. Here is how to plan Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva in one trip.
Where to Go in December 2026: 12 Destinations Worth Booking Now
Twelve destinations that shine in December 2026, from European Christmas cities to warm long-haul escapes, with typical weather and what to do.
Day of the Dead in Oaxaca 2026: A First-Timer's Guide
Día de los Muertos in Oaxaca: key dates, the Xoxocotlán candlelit vigil, comparsas, what to eat and drink, and how to plan a respectful trip when you're booking late.
Oktoberfest 2026 in Munich: A First-Timer's Guide to Tents, Costs and Timing
Oktoberfest 2026 runs 19 September to 4 October in Munich. When to go, which tent to pick, what a day costs, and how to see the city between the beer tents.
Transylvania in Autumn: Brașov, Sighișoara and the Carpathians - The Complete 2026 Guide
Why autumn is Transylvania's best season: golden Carpathian forests, medieval citadels with the crowds gone, harvest tables and Halloween at Bran Castle.
Scotland in Autumn: Edinburgh, the Highlands and Skye - The Complete 2026 Guide
Why late September beats summer in Scotland: golden glens, quiet Edinburgh, the red deer rut, Skye without queues, whisky season and a real chance of the aurora.
Tuscany in Autumn: Harvests, Truffles and Fewer Crowds (2026 Guide)
Grape harvests, white truffle markets and warm September light: why late September to early November is the smartest window for a Tuscan trip.
Albania on a Budget: The Complete 2026 Travel Guide
UNESCO towns, warm September beaches and mountain hikes at coffee-shop prices: how to travel Albania cheaply in 2026, from the Riviera to the Accursed Mountains.
Taste your next destination
Explore Food WorldIconic dishes from around the world - find what to eat before you go.
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Mansaf
Lamb cooked in fermented yoghurt over rice and flatbread.
Jordan ·
Nationwide 
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Ilish
Prized hilsa fish cooked in mustard sauce.
Bangladesh ·
Nationwide 
Pierogi
Half-moon dumplings stuffed with savoury or sweet fillings, boiled then pan-fried.
Poland ·
Nationwide 
Masgouf
Butterflied river fish slow-grilled beside an open fire.
Iraq ·
Baghdad 
Truffade
Truffade is a savoury Auvergne dish of sliced potatoes cooked in fat and melted with fresh Tomme cheese.
France ·
Auvergne 
Bariis Iskukaris
Fragrant spiced rice with goat, a feast staple.
Somalia ·
Nationwide 
Savoiardi
Light, crisp Italian sponge biscuits named after the House of Savoy, used in tiramisu and served with sweet wine.
Italy ·
Piedmont Ulam
Traditional Malay raw-vegetable side dish of over 120 wild and cultivated greens, served with sambal, fish sauce and rice as part of the everyday meal.
Malaysia ·
Malaysia (Kelantan, Terengganu, Kedah, Penang), Singapore, southern Thailand, Riau Islands