8 most delicious cities in the world

By Afiur
December 25, 2025

Alba, Italy

Alba, designated a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, is famous for its white truffles, fine wines, rich cheeses, hazelnuts, and traditional Piedmontese cuisine. Food here is artisanal, seasonal, and deeply r

Arequipa, Peru

Arequipa brings Peruvian flavours with depth from spicy stews to rich regional recipes that combine Andean, Spanish, and native influences. Its designation as a gastronomy city reflects its rich pican

Belém, Brazil

Situated near the Amazon, Belém delivers one of a kind tropical flavours and dishes from river fish and exotic fruits to traditional Amazonian recipes. Its gastronomic identity draws from Indigenous,

Belo Horizonte, Brazil

This Brazilian gastronomy city offers a vibrant culinary scene with regional dishes from feijoada and cheeses to hearty local cuisine steeped in tradition. Its markets, street food, and home style coo

Chengdu, China

Chengdu, the cradle of Sichuan cuisine, is officially a UNESCO City of Gastronomy. Known for its bold flavours, think fiery hot pots, mala dishes, mapo tofu, Chengdu’s food culture blends centuries of

Macao, China

Macao’s food scene is a vibrant fusion of Chinese, Portuguese, African and other influences, a legacy of its colonial past and trade history. From egg tarts and Portuguese-style grilled fish to dim su

San Antonio, USA

One of the few U.S. cities recognised by UNESCO for gastronomy, San Antonio showcases a blend of Indigenous, Spanish, Mexican, German and other culinary traditions. Its food scene, from Tex-Mex to tra

Thessaloniki, Greece

As a Mediterranean food hub for over two millennia, Thessaloniki’s cuisine draws from Greek, Balkan, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean traditions. Expect fresh seafood, mezze, olives, cheeses, and a ri

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