{"id":3863,"date":"2014-09-03T23:03:19","date_gmt":"2014-09-04T03:03:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/first2board.com\/carolinatravelgirl\/?p=3863"},"modified":"2014-09-03T23:20:59","modified_gmt":"2014-09-04T03:20:59","slug":"europe-7-tips-eating-affordably","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/first2board.com\/carolinatravelgirl\/2014\/09\/03\/europe-7-tips-eating-affordably\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Tips for Eating Affordably in Europe"},"content":{"rendered":"

Yes, it is possible to eat affordably\u00a0in Europe…<\/h2>\n
\"Cappuccino<\/a>

Cappuccino in\u00a0Amsterdam<\/p><\/div>\n

Jamison of Points Summary<\/a> recently posted\u00a0Why I\u2019m Still Avoiding Travel to Western European Countries<\/a> <\/em><\/strong>where he explains\u00a0his main reason for disliking travel to Western European countries. By Western European, I am assuming that he is talking about the UK, France, Austria, and anything else pretty much east of Germany. So, in his post, Jamison writes that the reason he chooses to avoid traveling to these countries is simply because he finds the cost of eating and drinking in Europe a little too much for his wallet. Yet his major complaints seem to\u00a0involve\u00a0seeking out American food products and chains in European countries. He chooses to visit Starbucks rather than a local coffee shop or cafe. He insists on buying American soft drinks rather than seeking local alternatives.<\/p>\n

Personally I believe that eating in Europe can be as affordable (or as expensive) as you allow it to be. \u00a0There are definitely more possibilities for eating\u00a0than seeking out the familiarity of a Starbucks sign and American junk food.<\/p>\n

First of all, when traveling it is most important to concentrate on breakfast. If you happen to be staying at a hotel where breakfast is included, be sure to have a hearty one! And grabbing a piece of fruit or a pastry to go is probably a smart idea too!<\/p>\n

Here are my\u00a07 tips for eating affordably in Europe:<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\"Boulanger<\/a>

Boulanger – La Tradition – 2 Rue Crozatier, 75012 Paris<\/p><\/div>\n

1.<\/strong> Sandwich Shops and Bakeries<\/strong> – These definitely are my number one go to places when I am traveling abroad. There is nothing quite like a fresh sandwich on crusty European bread or a warm pain au chocolat<\/em>. I like that you can eat on the go or take the time to sit at an outside table if you wish. In France, at a small eaterie like\u00a0Pret a Mange<\/em><\/strong>r, these\u00a0little delights usually cost between \u20ac2-4<\/span>.\u00a0In the UK there are bakeries everywhere that serve everything from sweets to savory sausage rolls and meat pies. Many small cafes and bakeries also make exceptional coffees.<\/p>\n

2. Street Food<\/strong> – Every country has its own take on food trucks – like the ones that are peppering the streets across the United States. \u00a0And like their counterparts here, they serve everything you can imagine.\u00a0\u00a0In most major cities there are French creperies, Turkish kebab stands, German currywurst shops, Italian pizza shops, and Belgian\u00a0<\/span>moules et frites<\/em>(mussels and fries) vendors<\/span>\u00a0– and they are everywhere especially in and around train stations. (Since we are talking Europe here, I won’t even bother to mention the incredible street food to be found in Asia!).<\/p>\n

\"Mercat<\/a>3.<\/strong> Markets<\/strong> – I absolutely love to visit local markets when I travel. \u00a0There is just something exciting about prowling the aisles and studying the food preferences in other countries. In Barcelona, I ate many a meal at the Mercat<\/span>\u00a0de Sant Josep de la Boqueria<\/strong> located on Las Ramblas<\/em><\/span>\u00a0– everything from sandwiches to full sitdown seafood dinners – all at a fraction of the price of a restaurant meal.\u00a0Seldom do we visit the North of England without a visit to the Bolton Market to sample the fares at over a half-dozen bakeries featuring Lancashire baking. Markets are a great place to find fresh fruits and fruit juices freshly baked breads, local cheeses, and meats.<\/p>\n

\"Nooch<\/a>

Nooch Restaurant Amsterdam<\/p><\/div>\n

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4. Restaurants<\/strong> – Yes, it is definitely okay to splash out and have a meal at a restaurant but when you decide to do so, take to the side streets and\u00a0walk around and away from the high-traffic tourist areas. Search for small local restaurants. \u00a0If you are unsure of what to order, you can ask if they have a set menu – a\u00a0prix fixe, men\u00fa del d\u00eda, or prezzo fisso.\u00a0<\/em>You will end up with a multi-course meal that doesn’t cost very much (perhaps around\u00a0\u20ac10-20). That’s exactly how I found my favorite little restaurant in Amsterdam – Nooch<\/strong><\/a>. And don’t forget, if you are in the UK, pub food is not a bad alternative at all!<\/span><\/p>\n

5.<\/strong> Eating Outdoors<\/strong> – Have a picnic! Using a combination of places above, it is quite easy to throw together a picnic of bread, cheeses, meats, and even a bottle of wine. What better way to spend a beautiful day than having a picnic in a local outdoor park!<\/p>\n

6. Water<\/strong> – You may think that ordering water while dining in a restaurant can save you some money – and it can, as long as you specify ‘tap’ water. In Germany, you would ask for Leitungswasser<\/em>; in France\u00a0l’eau du robinet;\u00a0<\/em>in Italy,\u00a0acqua del rubinetto;\u00a0<\/em>and in Spain,\u00a0agua del grifo.\u00a0<\/em>Make sure that the waiter understands you or you may find yourself drinking a\u00a0\u20ac5-8 bottle of ‘mineral water’. Most bottled water will cost you around\u00a0\u20ac1-2 on the street. But if you keep your bottle or carry one of those collapsible ones, many cities have public drinking fountains where you can refill easily (yes, it is quite safe to drink).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Bettelstudent<\/a>

Bettelstudent Restaurant – Vienna<\/p><\/div>\n

7.<\/strong> When all else fails<\/strong> –\u00a0Ask the locals or even the Concierge at your hotel. I have no qualms whatsoever about asking the Concierge where to find an inexpensive, local dining place. The key is emphasizing the word ‘inexpensive’. It was the Concierge at the Intercontinental in Vienna who steered me to Bettelstudent<\/a>, a small, local restaurant just a short walk from the hotel\u00a0where I dined on a delicious Wienerscnitzel at a very affordable price.<\/p>\n

So, for Jamison, I would hope that he won’t give up on visiting Western European countries just yet simply because he feels the dining options are pricey. \u00a0If you just can’t help yourself, yes, you can actually visit a McDonald’s, Burger King or even Kentucky Fried Chicken if you feel like you just must have something a little more familiar. However, I can honestly say that in the 25 years that I have traveled to Europe, I can admit to having\u00a0eaten at a McDonald’s only\u00a0twice –<\/strong>\u00a0and one of those times was simply\u00a0to try a Lamb-burger.<\/p>\n

There\u00a0are loads\u00a0of affordable eats out there, Jamison! Get out and explore!<\/p>\n

Do you<\/strong> have any favorite tips for eating out\u00a0while traveling in Europe?<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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