Wow, what a beautiful and thoughtful food tour. This was an amazing collection of things we all love - history, food, beauty, heart, and just simply wondrous. I wanted to be there with the author, submerged myself in all the food glory, and just enjoy the cuisines. The illustrations were a feast to the guys while I hunger to taste all the dishes. Simply well done. Loved this.

I wish the book was more specific on where you could find the dishes. That being said the broad stroke of the book is intriguing and I enjoyed reading it. The illustrations are really interesting and cool.

The book is beautifully illustrated and provides a bucket list of places to visit around the world to experience extraordinary food. I loved the descriptions and evocative writing, however what would have made it perfect for me would have been the inclusion of the recipes for each dish.
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Thank you to the author, White Lion Publishing and NetGalley, for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This collection highlighting 25 "food capitals" around the world is visually stunning, with vibrant illustrations - although many if not most of the illustrations have nothing to do with food. As with any type of collection, the selection will not meet everyone's expectations, and I certainly found the book very Euro- and western-centric. I was also hoping for a bit more depth than I got in the texts - for some, I wondered whether the author had actually been to the place she was describing - and I wish there had been a few authentic recipes or at least a bit more in-depth description.

This is a lovely tribute to some culinary hotspots around the world, highlighting a variety of cuisines from Chinese, French and more. Pinpointing a specific city to explore the culinary journey and a specific staple, this book highlights how varied but similar culinary trends can be and how cultural influences feed into culinary staples. With lovely illustrations, this book is a great guide to how to eat your way around the world.

Book Review: "Foodie Places" by Sarah Baxter, Illustrated by Amy Grimes

4/5 Stars

If you're a food enthusiast or a travel aficionado, "Foodie Places" is the perfect guide to embark on a culinary journey around the world. Sarah Baxter, a seasoned travel journalist, takes readers on a delightful exploration of 25 food capitals, each offering a unique and mouth watering experience.

The book beautifully intertwines the cultural heritage and history behind the world's best cuisines, making it a truly immersive read. Amy Grimes' stunning illustrations bring each destination to life, adding a vibrant and captivating visual element to the narrative.

One of the standout features of "Foodie Places" is the wealth of information provided about each location, including insights into the local culture, popular dishes, and must-visit culinary hotspots. The brief "Where?, Why?" sections before each entry offer a sneak peek into what makes each place a gastronomic paradise.

Personally, I found the cover of the book to be incredibly inviting, setting the tone for the culinary adventure that awaited within its pages. The colorful and lively illustrations further enhanced the reading experience, making it both informative and visually appealing.

After reading "Foodie Places," I was left with a strong desire to pack my bags and explore each featured destination to savor the tantalizing flavors and immerse myself in the rich culinary traditions. This book is a must-have for anyone who appreciates good food, travel, and the stories that connect them.

In conclusion, "Foodie Places" is a delightful blend of gastronomy, culture, and travel, making it a valuable addition to the collection of any food or travel enthusiast. Whether you're seeking culinary inspiration or simply want to indulge in armchair travel, this book promises to satisfy your wanderlust and tantalize your taste buds.

⚠️This review was written based on personal opinions and experiences with the book. Individual preferences may vary⚠️

Foodie Places is a beautiful peek into some of the most delicious foods around the world. The author not only does an excellent job of describing the dishes but also does a fantastic job of providing the history of the food, the area, and the people. The illustrations throughout the book are absolutely gorgeous. Each page is a piece of art. There are so many foods out there that I can't wait to try and so many places I can't wait to visit. I would highly recommend this book to anyone that loves food and travel.

Warning: do not read this book on an empty stomach.

Foodie Places has a little bit of food, history, and culture. It spotlights different countries, tells you of a place or city where you can find good food--either one dish or many. This is not a cookbook but a travel book with food as the focus! The art style is beautiful.

Thank you to NetGalley, Quarto Publishing Group – White Lion, and White Lion Publishing for the ARC!♥

Another lovely addition to this series, Foodie Places whisks us off to a variety of locations, showcasing them for their unique and vibrant food scenes.

With a wide array of countries mentioned (Osaka, Melbourne, South Korea, and Portugal, to name but a few) this book focuses in on specific cities and the history and culture around the dishes they’re most known for.

Beautifully illustrated as always, each place was brought vibrantly to life on the page.

Overall, the book left me with my mouth watering, wanting to try the region specific delicacies, and with more knowledge than I had when I picked it up.

Thank you to the publishers, and Netgalley, for the early copy to review.

As a foodie enthusiast and traveler at heart, this guide offered wonderful locales high up on my bucket list of places to wander and foods to try. I appreciate the informative and extensive history paired with delightful illustrations throughout the pages. It featured two of my favorites cuisines: Cajun and Asian. But it has also drawn me to places like Montreal, Israel, Denmark, and many more. This book is a haven for food travelers and its pilgrimage-worthy descriptions do capture some of the best eats and is a great source for further research! Highly recommend.

Foodie Places by Sarah Baxter

A book that will keeps you mouth-watering when reading it!

Great content. It’s such an enjoyable read for me. If you are a traveller and foodie, this is your book. No matter whether you have visited all the places or eaten all the food the author introduced, you will love it. I love how the author connects the food, places, cultural identity and the history together.

Each place just occupies a few pages, then you will travel to another city with another cuisine!

It’s not a history book, not a travel book, not a cook book, but it is all you need if you are a foodie!

Many thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for my copy.

Pub date: March 5, 2024

A mouthwatering journey of food meccas around the world. I've long been a fan of Sarah Baxter and her Inspired Traveller Series, including Literary Places, Mystical Places and Hidden Places. Her writing style is beautifully descriptive and her vignettes are accompanied by gorgeous, whimsical illustrations. She consistently and masterfully creates a strong sense of destination to elevate all of your senses.

This is one of those books that barely needs a description because the title says it all. It's beautifully illustrated and takes you to some interesting places. Readers who enjoy armchair travel and food (who doesn't?) will certainly enjoy this book.

Thank you to NetGalley for an advance copy of this book. I look forward to relishing it in hard copy.

The illustrations make this book. I enjoyed learning info about all the locations, but I wish there had been recipes from each place or recommended things to eat. A lot of it read like the author hadn't actually been to any of these places and had only read about them.

This was such a delight for world travel aficionados as well as foodies! I loved browsing through descriptions and beautiful illustrations to look for destinations suitable for my family. I also like the fact that the author did not pick up the most famous cities in each country (for example, Osaka instead of Tokyo). It makes this book unique and gives a reader a chance to re-consider their travel plan.

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FoodiePlaces presents itself as a visually stunning journey for culinary enthusiasts seeking to delve into the rich cultural tapestry behind the world's finest cuisines. Sarah Baxter, a seasoned travel journalist, takes readers on a delectable tour of 25 food capitals, ranging from iconic culinary hubs to lesser-known gems, each brimming with its own gastronomic delights. The hand-illustrated pages exude the essence and vibrancy of each locale, enticing readers to embark on a sensory adventure.

The book's premise underscores the profound connection between a region's food and its historical and cultural identity. Indeed, as the saying goes, "food is a universal language," and FoodiePlaces effectively captures the essence of this sentiment, showcasing how culinary traditions serve as a gateway to understanding a place's soul.

While the initial impression of the book is undeniably captivating, with its visually appealing layout and captivating illustrations, it falls short in providing depth and substance beyond surface-level exploration. While the overview of each city's culinary landscape is engaging, the absence of in-depth analysis or recipes leaves readers yearning for more. Incorporating authentic recipes from each destination would not only enhance the book's value but also provide a tangible connection to the culinary experiences described.

Despite this shortcoming, the descriptive narratives vividly transport readers to each destination, offering a tantalizing glimpse into the flavors and aromas that define these food capitals. The synergy between Baxter's insightful commentary and the enchanting illustrations creates an immersive reading experience, making it easy to envision oneself strolling through bustling markets or savoring exotic dishes in quaint cafes.

In essence, FoodiePlaces succeeds in piquing the reader's curiosity and igniting a sense of wanderlust, yet it falls short of fulfilling its potential as a comprehensive culinary guide. While the book excels in capturing the allure of each destination, it could benefit from a more cohesive vision and additional content to truly solidify its purpose and appeal. Nonetheless, for those seeking a visually captivating glimpse into the world's culinary diversity, FoodiePlaces offers a tantalizing glimpse into the global gastronomic landscape.

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for letting me review this book. This was a fun read about the various places to find iconic food that everyone knows. The paintings were great. I do wish there had been recipes included.

The book is a compilation of articles that uncover the history and culinary customs of 25 cities. I was immersed! I liked how the information is well presented. The artworks that were included are amazing (bro they're picture frame-worthy :D).
Personally, I wish there were more of them though. More illustrations, cities covered, perhaps the author should've inserted some recommendations on where to eat, among others. Would recommend this to my foodie buddies.

Thank you NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for providing me an ARC for this one. :D

Introductions to some of the well known, and perhaps not so well known destinations for those who love to make food a feature of their holidays.

It's a light quick read and an ideal gift for someone who is hoping to travel to a destination where they will be wowed by the food

I love food, and I love travel, so I figured this book would be perfect for me. Unfortunately, my expectations for this book were off the mark, and that meant that this ended up not really being a fit for me. This book is a collection of brief articles detailing some history and food culture of 25 different cities around the globe. Amy Grimes accompanies these articles with vibrant illustrations, almost always of scenery and people and every once in a while of some sort of vague food item. The illustrations are wonderful (if perhaps lacking in food), and the information about each region was interesting if somewhat over-written (I felt the prose bordered on purple at times). What this book does not have: restaurant recommendations, photos, or in-depth descriptions of dishes. I also found the location choices a little curious, but obviously if you're only highlighting 25 cities, you're going to have to pick and choose. Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group – White Lion, White Lion Publishing for a digital review copy.