When travelling, people like to treat themselves, which is why dining in elegant restaurants is a must for many. On the one hand, it’s a way to relax, and on the other, it’s also a good opportunity to sample the local cuisine. But you also have to admit that when traveling, you don’t always have the time to sit down and relax in a restaurant. However, that’s not necessarily a bad thing. It gives you the opportunity to explore the street food culture.
The great thing about this is that you get a much better idea of what the city’s residents eat when they’re out and about. At the same time, you get to enjoy the most delicious sweet and savoury snacks of different countries.
Here are some street food snacks and where to find them for your next trip to Europe:
We start with a real street food classic: langos. This is a fried dough flatbread that is freshly prepared and can be topped with various ingredients after frying. The classic version is with sour cream, cheese, and garlic. But there are now so many different variations that there is something for everyone. Langos has become such a classic that you can now buy it in neighbouring countries such as Germany and Austria at various events like street or music festivals. But let’s not kid ourselves, the best langos are still found in Hungary.
If you prefer something sweet, you should try Kürtőskalács. This is caramelized yeast dough baked over an open flame, which can be filled with ice cream or chocolate, depending on your preference.
France is known for being chic and glamorous. The food is often extravagant. But French street food culture also has a lot to offer. The undisputed classic of the country is the crepe.
It is usually eaten sweet, filled with chocolate cream or fruit, and rarely comes with a savory filling. The classic savory version is a specialty from Brittany and is called a galette. One of the main differences is the type of flour used: sweet crepes are made with wheat flour, while galettes are usually made with buckwheat, which changes the basic flavor. Did you know that?
In recent years, Slovenia has established itself as a not-so-secret insider tip in many areas. One of these is the street food culture. A must-try is definitely burek, a savory puff pastry filled with cheese, spinach, potatoes, or meat, and a remnant of the Ottoman cuisine.
Apart from that, the weekly street food market Odprta Kuhna (Open Kitchen) has developed in the Slovenian capital Ljubljana. Here you can sample all the delicacies the country has to offer.
