EATING
"Reminds me of my
safari in Africa …
somebody forgot the corkscrew
and for several days
we had to live on
nothing
but food and water”
--
W. C. Fields
BEFORE THE TRIP:
Eat light for several days before the flight. This can help
avoid jet lag, traveler’s constipation, and stomach problems.
ON THE PLANE:
Recent reports suggest that the best thing to eat on the plane is
nothing! Even in pressurized cabins the altitude makes our bodies swell up.
Remember the time you took your shoes off and couldn’t get them back on in time
for landing? Then when the plane lands our bodies contract. If you have a full
stomach this can cause severe abdomen distress.
It won’t hurt to take your own little bottle of water and maybe
some canned juice, fruit, cheese, etc. You’ll be prepared if the flight
attendants go on strike or you’re stuck in an airport for a while (ever have to
eat airport food?) A little substance is a good idea to have in your hotel
room anyway.
AT
YOUR DESTINATION:
Whether you’re in Bordeaux or Paris, Texas eat and drink what
the locals are having. Stick with what a region know and does best. This
includes local customs as to when to eat. (Big breakfast in England; Big
lunch, “called dinner” in Kansas.)
Eat light. We tend to overeat on trips and over pay. Remember a
little hunger improves both your senses and your budget. If you’re traveling
with others think about sharing appetizers or splitting the main course or
desserts. You may get to try more dishes for less money.
Try
one picnic a day. It’s fun to shop like a native in a local market. Cheese,
fruit, bread and a little wine in a park or next to a chateau can mean a
memorable meal.
Beware of famous name restaurants, are they resting on last years reviews and
reputation? Skip restaurants that don’t display their menu outside, and
make sure you know the price of anything you order and refuse anything you
haven’t ordered (like expensive bottled water) unless it’s clearly on the house.
But do have a splurge. Treat
yourself to a memorable meal in a nice restaurant.
Go for it – you deserve it.
-- Andy Gilchrist
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