Hello, foodie travelers! Welcome back to TravelersFood.com. If there is one destination that completely transforms during the winter, it’s Paris. But today, we’re stepping away from the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre; we’re heading just outside the historic center to the modern heart of the French capital: La Défense. As you can see in the photo, the contrast is spectacular. Beneath the towering white silhouette of the Grande Arche, a labyrinth of lights and wood unfolds, hosting the largest Christmas market in the Île-de-France region.

If you are traveling through Southeast Asia and your compass always points toward great food, Jalan Alor in Kuala Lumpur deserves a top spot on your list. Located in the heart of Bukit Bintang, this legendary street is one of Malaysia’s most vibrant food destinations, where eating becomes a full cultural experience. You do not come here just to have dinner. You come to watch, smell, taste, repeat, and follow your appetite.

Several years have passed since Mistura 2016, yet some food festivals stay with you long after the last bite. Attending Mistura in Lima was not just about eating well, it was about understanding why Peruvian cuisine became one of the most influential in the world. As a traveler and food lover, I left the festival full, tired, and carrying far more stories than photos. Mistura was not something you simply visited.