subject: Fussy Eaters Guide To Going On Holiday [print this page] When it comes to travelling with children, it can be challenging to find a restaurant that everyone can agree on. We've rounded up a list of cuisines that are good for the whole family.
Perhaps the best country for kids food, however, is the United States of America. The food culture of America is perfectly tailored to children, consisting of imported favourites from across the world, with a flair for extravagance and big portions. In America, food is an event, and this is evidenced by the wealth of food challenges that take place across the country, where people line up to eat five-pound burgers and thirty-inch pizzas. A childrens favourite, though, which has become something on an American tradition, is the corn-dog. Picture it: in 1942 at the Texas State Fair, a young vendor named Neil Fletcher had the bright idea of dipping hotdogs in corn meal, deep frying them, and then popping them on a stick. The rest, as they say, is history: a staple of American cuisine was born.
If you happen to find yourself in the south of the country, make sure to visit a classic American diner, which serves up a host of authentic food that will appeal to children, such as wraps, macaroni cheese, scampi, and steak sandwiches. The south is also characterised by soul food namely fried chicken and barbeque. In terms of chicken, the list is endless. And whats more, its all fun finger-food: buffalo wings, chicken fingers, chicken fries, popcorn chicken, chicken nuggets. Dont just settle for the stuff you can find easily at fast food restaurants in the UK; seek out a proper diner that specialises in old-school cuisine. The same goes for barbeque. Different areas of America will have different methods of preparing and eating barbeque but one thing remains consistent: its a massive tradition in the south. From pulled pork and ribs to cowboy-style beef, its an experience the entire family to enjoy. Barbeque in the United States lets children decide what they want to eat, and is usually a very informal affair, eaten in the open air, while everyone watches the preparation of the food a real spectacle!
Wherever in the world you find yourself, be sure to check out the local cuisine before you visit. Local food is always worth indulging in, and is a true experience of a different culture. However, its always worth knowing where to find the food you love especially for children! Theres plenty of information on sites like MyTravel.com to help you decide.
