European Travel Skills: Eating and Drinking - Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide

[@olwenbalhorn3622]

We ran into Rick in France during my daughter's graduation trip. We are in this video and it was such a treat to meet you Rick and be a part of this great video. Thanks for the awesome memory!!!

[@akinoz]

that is cool.

[@HudsonDiTomaso]

When? Do you have a timestamp? We're all in quarantine 6 years later. 😷

[@dukeofistria]

@@HudsonDiTomaso no we're not

[@nicholasthompson7690]

Awesome! His shows are great

[@Dashingdiva73]

Best time ever was eating off of the Food trucks in Salzburg, Austria. We were up late and desperate to eat and we found the trucks that sell the sausages wrapped in bread and Stiegl beer! Siting in the beautifully lit Altstadt by the Salzach was a moment I will never forget!

[@KewpieGirl]

I lost few pounds for a whole month in Italy. There's no fast food there, I ate a lot of fresh food, bread, cheese, water, italian yogurt. Especially finest resturants, they're very good and mostly walk a lot. I want to go again!

[@joriskemper5392]

You can see the happiness in his eyes.. He's livin' it.

[@s.h9519]

Yes, definitely try Norwegian berries during summer time! The reason they taste so different is because the sun almost never goes down here during summer.

[@stilscarlott]

I always find that so fascinating about Scandinavia!

[@madingwang7778]

@@stilscarlott i went to finland in the summer; i woke up at 3 am suddenly, decided to go out for a walk, and it was still light outside like late afternoon

[@OM-ee9uf]

Dude I love that y’all have daylight at 3am

[@saaek]

Greece Souvlaki, Istanbul fish sandwich, Pizza in Italy, Ratatouille in France, Paella in Spain, Frites fries & beer in Belgium, Fish n chips in London,

[@muqsitmohammed1177]

This man Is living to it's fullest

[@plaksie]

wow Rick Steves as a european I really like your view of our continent you manage to sketch a true picture without making any stereotypes or faults keep these video's going I love it. p.s. excuse my bad English

[@Adeeis]

aksel scholtens your English is totally fine.

[@danielazapata7086]

aksel scholtens

[@alizamelchor991]

aksel scholtens I am most European

[@kellysunserenity4068]

I remember my first trip to Europe. Was with a large group of high school students. One particular day stands out the most. We were in Switzerland (Zermatt). The day was warm and sunny. Not too hot. It was farmers market day. My friends and I split up and everyone purchased something different to eat. We found a nearby park and picnicked. Bread, local cheese, fresh fruit, salad greens with a locally made vinegrette (yum!) and water (No wine since we were all teens under 18). With a view of the Matterhorn. Now that's a perfect day. Thanks for these videos Rick and bringing back such fond memories.

[@hailhummus]

Personally, I'm a vegetarian when I eat at home. But when I travel, I feel that it's just more practical in some cases to just suck it up and eat meat. It also gets you more in touch with the local food culture.

[@t5grrr]

Thank you Rick, I enjoy your videos and have to say they are very helpful. Many of these travel videos are just someone walking around and pointing out a few spots but your are informative. Prices, locations, details. The telling is in the details for sure.

[@HardeepSIngh-bu2zn]

This made me hungry.

[@patrickmichaellangan576]

me too.

[@keensterd3654]

Informative video as always Rick! very enjoyable. Now I'm hungry!

[@suzannesadiiqa]

Tipping may not be expected and the serving staff may well be paid a living wage but I have never seen a tip refused by someone on a low wage. It helps things along if you intend to use the same place more than once and turn up without a reservation,.....................vet often you will somehow magically be squeezed in with a smile. Well worth the tips.

[@sandrobindelli5607]

+Sue Harvey Generally in Italy tipping is considered valid only if you leave a robust sum because you are exceptionally happy with the service, generally people do the "beau gest" of leaving the change from your bill on the table (say your bill is 47,30 euros you'll leave the 2,70 in coins that the waiter brings you back from your 50 euro or 100 euro bill, in this case keepin the 50 euro bill that is returned), this is standard when eating out with large parties of friends also because it would be a mess to sort out everybody's split change.

[@yazurigomez7513]

what a beautifull video

[@rext8949]

The choice is bewildering -all you need is a grateful palate. Most countries have some item or the other to offer the traveller. Bon Apetit !

[@devan4195]

Happy birthday Rick! Today, I introduced you to my elderly mom and she really liked the format. Cheers to a great 2020!

[@XaverScharwenka]

Every country/region has its own unique cuisine that offers something new to the world. It's sad that so many people are ignorant to that. France may be famous with its cheese and wine, but Greece also offers hundreds of types of both, with as high quality as any other. Cuisine stereotyping is real :)

[@JohnAckerman31]

I was recently in Europe with some family and I have to admit, the breakfast at our hotel was really good. It was a buffet with meat, cheese, fruit, pretzels (we were in Germany), and different kinds of breads. That was something I will never forget

[@harleyedwin]

I have a dream to visit Europe countries due to beautiful culture, environment and food. Hope one day my dream will be come true. Also, I am really enjoy watching your video. Keep it up! By the way I am KZbinr from Malaysia 🇲🇾. Nice to know you

[@valentinamasei7777]

You'd have a tough time choosing where to go, it's that beautiful my friend. Prague, Budapest, Venice, Paris... Amazing

[@GregLuft-ent]

Thanks for sharing those tips Steve! Hopefully someday I will be able to put them to good use.

[@biggdogg35810]

Every episode increases my longing to travel to several beautiful places in Europe!

[@JohnAckerman31]

Same here. I just love watching Rick! He is such a wealth of information when it comes to travel, even if you’re not traveling to Europe. You can use some of the tips to make your trips fun and exciting

[@sequ3lmusic]

Beautifully compiled, love the whole video and tips. :))

[@vaibhavbaji5150]

Amazing rick steves

[@VK-ds7wv]

Loved it loved it loved it..... ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ from India

[@danesovic7585]

Rick is a very kind and good man, and he probably knows more about Europe than most Europeans.

[@chrissythornhill]

✨⭐️✨ Dear Rick , praise to you for enjoying the food of your travels without becoming the size of an Orca ! Great video .......... A true flavour of Europe.

[@steveee2511]

my 3 favorite Foods i saw in These Video,,spanish paella,greek souvlaki and pizza

[@LordDavid04]

Don't expect global cuisine at a hotel breakfast buffet (well maybe except the UK). It will not usually be a mix of Asian/local/Western to appease everyone, it will be local fare in hot and cold options. The basics like egg and sausages, cold cuts, bread, muesli, fruit and yoghurt cover all grounds to suit everyone's tastes.

[@franci.zollo16]

In Italy, not only every region, but mostly every town has its own local specialty, and they vary a lot from North to South. Try to find that out when you're visiting, by asking: "qual'è la specialità del posto?", "what's the local speciality here?"

[@7158dgarcia]

Oh, I so miss eating my way through Italy, France and Spain. We stayed away from fast foods, and I don't think I had a bad meal, even when ordering the wrong thing it turned out to be awesome (and don't get me started on the gelato in Italy...one particular place faced the Pantheon, and yes it was overpriced, but nevertheless heaven).

[@ghoreyshi]

Thank you Professor

[@charlottethaithai6]

I love ur video. Thank you. I felt like i just went around the world for an second

[@tammygreen1618]

Love the food of travels. However, sometimes I am not sure how to eat the item... Like the open face sandwiches in Copenhagen. Heading to Portugal this spring and hoping to try barnicles for the first time. Also tapas or pintoxs in Basque Country and all the duck confit and foie gras in SW france.... Yummmmmmmm.

[@LA_GALLADA_RUIZ]

My dream to travel

[@Juliamay67]

What a lovely, inspiring (!) and thoughtful video. Be adventurous, travelers. (For the love of Pete, don't be a tourist asking for an egg white omelet in carb loving Paris.) Can't wait to pack the suitcase again for another trip!

[@worldcitizeng6507]

someone in my group asked for vegetarian Tarjin in the middle of the Sahara camp, the meal was prepared for the entire group, they had to cooked it especially for her only...

[@BADBOSSGAMEPLAY]

i like your food and style

[@tumarko]

excellent tips

[@laypyu]

Really good video. Informative, interesting, and happy making. :)

[@AnetaKudasik]

Excellent video!

[@ToastedCigar]

I love your videos!

[@rosahill9487]

Looks so good!wish I was there to help you

[@said-fo5vw]

Kerang laut saya suka memakannya rasanya sangat gurih

[@CTJusticeofthePeace]

Can't wait...wish we could run into you on our way!

[@khalidrather569]

Justice for all

[@joseluisespinozaespinoza6154]

I love your nice Videos, congratulations !. Cuenca-Ecua.

[@davemaxa5263]

I always tip in Normandie, to show appreciation.

[@barvdw]

Some more practical tips: always ask for the price before ordering. Even as a seasoned traveller, I got surprised when a very fine, but not very pretentious grilled fish (ugly creature, but tasty nonetheless!) turned out to be over 60 euro for 2. If possible, ask for the menu. In Italy, many restaurants charge you for 'scoperta', meaning cutlery. It's a small 2 to 3 euro surcharge if you go for a full meal with starters and desert, but on a slice of pizza, that 2 euro can be almost half of your meal. So know what you're going to eat, and pick a restaurant that has the cutlery included or not, depending. Many places have a cheap lunch menu, so at noon, it's often less expensive. Eating the lunch for 20 euro in a fancy place is still a lot cheaper than the evening menu at 50 ;) Splurging can be done in eastern Europe, too, even for those on a budget. the coffeehouses in Budapest have little to nothing to be outdone by Vienna, and has some great food, too. And yes, the location can add something to a meal, but don't forget, it often comes with a price to pay. You will evidently pay more for a pizza with view over the Colosseo, or mussles and fries on the Grand'Place in Brussels than elsewhere in the city. Even within a restaurant, that's often the case, at the bar is the cheapest, at a table inside a little more expensive (but more convenient to eat), but the most you pay for eating and drinking on the outside seats. Again, it can be worth the few extra euro, sipping a cappuccino on Piazza San Marco in Venice at Caffè Florian is absolutely spectacular. It's just something to consider before you go and sit down.

[@barvdw]

67claudius You're probably right, I didn't look it up, and my Italian is a little rusty. I took some classes of Italian for my high school senior year trip to Italy, but that's more than 10 years ago...

[@67claudius]

barvdw No problem, however, an interesting comment. Normally in bars or pubs in Italy you shouldn't pay the "coperto" and the Lazio region, Rome, abolished this cost, but some "habits" die hard.

[@Dextwoothree]

Btw, do you see a difference in food quality and service between Eastern and Western Europe? Thanks.

[@dipeshmukhiyasunuwar39]

Cute and beautiful voice.

[@YatraAndTalk]

Hello everyone 🙏

[@GideonJohn]

Great content ✌️

[@9907418184]

hahaha...but i as a vegetarian suffer a lot. limited options, or have to head to an Indian/Chinese/Vietnamese Restaurant.

[@hear-and-know]

As a vegan, came here looking for a comment like this :( Seems like southeast asian cuisine is the only real safe bet for us.

[@TomikaKennedy-k8f]

It's nice 😂

[@Titinpibel]

Awesome...!!!

[@pandaman0529]

I know exactly the place you're talking about. Best gelato I've experienced in Italy.

[@An89Go]

"Bosnia may not be famous for its food". Well, Bosnian cuisine is very popular in the Balkans and it's one of the most advertised things when it comes to tourism in Bosnia.

[@TomikaKennedy-k8f]

What is they eating please tell me ❤ I love snale suip and Currey snake 🤩

[@رحيلالربيع]

جميل

[@rabiulhasan1247]

Nice

[@milabora]

Bosnia's food is excellent, as is Croatia's. When are you going to do a show from Belgrade? You are missing out.

[@OM-ee9uf]

This video is everything I thought Europe would be

[@ftvtalent]

wow nice bossssssss love from Pakistan

[@AbbasMwali]

beauty

[@SergeiLobov]

correct

[@ferryanolin6707]

Yummy

[@valuabletipseasylife]

I like street foods.

[@TorchDSilke]

How easy is it for a vegetarian or vegan to eat in Europe? I heard you say eat fearlessly but when you eat no flesh of any kind, this includes fish, seafood, etc..HOW can one such as myself, survive?

[@vatonorteno]

I'm sure you have learned many languages in your decades of travel. How many do you speak?

[@gabrielasalas3277]

Que traduce al español?!

[@zahidmalik5641]

🥰

[@patrickmichael3384]

See if you can identify the dishes you see here.

[@swimmer8585]

And here I am stuck on my ass in the US too broke to even go do tourist stuff here

[@Dextwoothree]

How do you get to eat all this and still stay thin? :)

[@Smartgirl777Amour]

Miam Miam ! Ca donne envie de manger tout ça ! Hummmmm

[@usmana2873]

🎅

[@D3ZTG]

Suomi mainittu, torille.

[@emptybliss2]

How hard is it for vegetarians to eat in Europe? I have a ridiculously hard time here in the State.

[@Adeeis]

gabrie caruso it is not hard at all. Many options for vegetarians. In cafeterias and dining halls, always an option for vegetarians. Also at shops and restaurants there is always good options also for vegans.

[@barvdw]

gabrie caruso Depends, most traditional cuisines are still very much meat-based, which means that, sometimes, you have to do with a salad with not much extra in local restaurants in the country side. Still, it's improving, even in countries such as Poland, the Czech Republic or Germany. And especially in the cities, you will find a lot of options, and even vegetarian restaurants.

[@67claudius]

+gabrie caruso I can tell you in central and southern Italy the meat is not dominant, so there are no problems, it's different in northern Italy, however, there are several non-meat dishes.

[@KateDenthimamai]

The real traditional and healthy greek cuisine is all about legumes, vegies, fish and meat is supposed to be served once a week, you can find delicious vegan souvlaki and you will learn many recipes for vegetarian food. You will have no problem at all in europe, there's so many cuisines and the flavors are very balanced. My boyfriend went to California in september and he told me every food he tasted is either too salty and spicy or very sugary.

[@asprigata8372]

Ελληνικη κουζινα παρακαλω 👍💕

[@mega8metalr]

I'm hungry now lol.

[@Humpelstilzchen]

I hate fast service. I need and want my time and sit there for 3 - 4 hours

[@JoseSanchez-if5dp]

👍👌🙏

[@joshsmit779]

1:30 I want that. And 2:35.

[@alxfeathers2287]

"Bosnia may not be famous for its food" - what? Are you serious?

[@tinariley6031]

Log

[@AronRi]

Bosnia not famous for it's food? LoL, I guess you never heard about Čevapčići :P

[@ulutiu]

Well, simply ask random person to name at least one Bosnian dish.

[@WORMGERM]

Amsterdam a fat blunt

[@zerzer7961]

with a spacecake

[@nm1978]

I find Middle Eastern food to be the best in the world, Europeans don't even know what real food looks like, Europeans have the best dairy products, like Cheese, Hams and sausages, but that's it. I couldn't believe it when I was in Europe, when they brought us raw meat, we thought they didn't like us in their country and tried to insult us but later we learned that's was their best food, ha ha ha, unbelievable, that's what cave men eat, the stone age people, the best foods are from Iran, According to my experience. Indian food is so good too, the breads are the best too, I like Arabic breads, very good. The European food looks like cake not food, ha ha ha.

[@huskytail]

🤦‍♀️ you have neither idea of what cuisine is in Europe, which extends from Portugal to the Ural mountain and from Iceland to Istanbul, but you also have no food culture either. A few countries in Europe, France, Belgium and Italy for example, consider it a great offence to meat to cook it well done. It's basic, general knowledge of.. food.

[@nm1978]

@@huskytail no you have no food culture, nice try, don't blame it on middleEastern foods, and I have seen all your foods, it's nothing more than potatoes and raw meat, Istanbul has Turkish Middle Eastern style foods too. You are nothing when it comes to food. The Middle Eastern foods are the best in the world.

[@simozimo09]

Another American that thinks Europe is France, Italy, Spain, Greece... ''On the continent breakfast is small''???? Nothing can be further from the truth. One exception is France, and he took it as a rule.

[@blakewang2373]

I thought pizza was invented in italy

[@nehalmahmudkhan1549]

Jordan wang Naples is in Italy

[@henrybrar]

these videos so want me leave US.

[@waseemmayo7766]

Nice