Savor Classic Cuisine with Collette

Food can tell you a lot about a culture and Collette works hard to make sure that you learn all the delicious secrets when you're on tour with them.

There are some dishes that are so strongly associated with a location, it becomes a to-do list item to eat it while you’re there. As an example, New Orleans tops one of our own travel bucket lists and we can’t imagine going to NOLA and not partaking in a Po’Boy and some beignets! Here are some traditional delicacies you can’t miss out on while you’re on tour with Collette:
 

Lobster in Maine
When stopping in coastal Maine, eating lobster is an absolute must! The people of Maine have found ways to prepare the traditionally lavish food in ways that accommodate any palate. From a boiled full lobster or grilled lobster tail to a lobster roll sandwich dripping in butter or mayonnaise, or even lobster mac & cheese, this crustacean is sure to be on the menu frequently. Whether you stop at a charming lobster shack with perfect seaside views or an upscale restaurant, there’s no wrong way to eat lobster in Maine.
 

Escargot in France
Escargot is the French word for snail, which begs to reason that a trip to France is the perfect time to try the dish! While some may think twice before eating a snail, the taste is mild and comparable to a mussel or clam and isn’t as intimidating as it seems.  In France, the typical escargot appetizer is cooked in butter, garlic, parsley and occasionally shallots. The cooked snails are often returned to their shell for the sake of presentation, allowing you to snap a quick pic of the iconic French dish.  
 

Pasta in Italy
Ziti. Rotini. Rigatoni. Farfalle. Cavatappi. So many shapes, so little time. This food is an Italian staple and when in Rome (or any other Italian city, for that matter), you simply must eat some pasta. Nosh on a simple classic, like Cacio E Pepe (cheese and pepper) or Spaghetti Aglio e Olio (garlic and oil). Add sauces or additional ingredients like Spaghetti alla Carbonara with pancetta and egg or Tagliatelle al Ragu alla Bolognese topped with beef and tomato sauce. The pasta-bilities are truly endless for a delicious pasta dish in Italy.

New Season of Travel
Are you ready to ignite your tastebuds?Collette’s celebrating 107 incredible years of guided travel by offering up to 20%* off select European and North American tours! Whether you’re ready to get out and explore the fresh and wonderful cuisine across America or chase your curiosity and sample the unique food and wine through Europe’s historic cities, it’s time to book that trip you’ve been dreaming of. This offer expires September 23rd — don’t miss it!