Here’s how Rick Steves finds his favorite restaurants in Europe.
Rick Steves is committed to eating like a local.
Its being part of the party, rather than just part of the economy, Steves said.
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In choosing a restaurant, Steves said, examine the actual street where you are looking to dine.
These spots tend to have a pre-printed menu, offered in multiple languages, that remains the same year-round.
Everythings wrong about this, and youre going to be eating with other tourists, Steves said.
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Eating seasonally is a great way to explore and learn about the regions culture, Steves said.
The book, written with co-author Fred Plotkin, showcases food and wine specialities from the countrys 20 regions.
And you feel like they know their staff, they know their customers its people to people.
Thats why Rick Steves Europe tours and guidebooks focus on these types of restaurants.
What distinguishes a good trip is not, How good was your gelato?
but the people you were licking it with, Steves said.
Its those connections that carbonate the whole experience.
