India as a country is rich in diversity, so it comes as no surprise that their food would be a reflection of this. In fact, there are at least 30 types of Indian cuisine that are very distinct. Rice, lentils and potatoes are common almost everywhere while the coastal areas serve endless types of seafood dishes. You’ll also find a variety of flatbreads and curries. For something really distinct, try Goan cuisine, which is influenced by both Hindi culture and 400 years of Portuguese colonialism.
Japanese Cuisine
There is more to Japanese food than sushi and tempura. Fish, Udon noodles, flavorful tofu dishes, Yakitori (grilled meat) donburi (rice bowls with meat and vegetables) and the versatile tamagoyaki (fried, rolled up eggs that can be served sweet or savory), are just some of the many culinary delights that you’ll encounter if you visit Tokyo. Japanese food tends to be light and easy on the stomach, so you don’t walk away from a meal waddling like an overstuffed duck.
