Bangkok, Thailand

Nothing can delight your senses like a plate of fresh Thai food. Whether you buy it from a street seller in Bangkok or a local restaurant on a nearby island like Koh Samui, authentic Thai food is simple to adore. Bangkok may be busy and noisy, but its scene is the best in the nation. Along Khao San Road, you can find the tastiest pad Thai, pad see ew, and curries.

Try a restaurant that should on your list to do. Gaggan holds fourth place on the World's 50 Best Restaurant list. The marketplaces in Bangkok are a must-see. The Ratchawat Market offers foods you never knew you'd like, such as fried rice noodles, Thai coconut pancakes, and mango sticky rice. Thewet Market, which is next to Thewes Pier, sells a range of products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, culinary equipment, and seafood. In Thailand, floating markets are also popular; the Taling Chan Floating Market in Bangkok gets the most visitors. You can sample grilled seafood and other regional foods that are served right from the boats in addition to fresh fruits. To master the techniques required to prepare your own authentic dishes at home, enroll in one of the many culinary classes provided across the city.