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Claire is co-founder of Authentic Food Quest and a lover of simple and exquisite cuisine. Since 2015, with her partner, Rosemary, she has been traveling the world as a digital nomad showcasing local food experiences and immersive cooking vacations. A former mechanical engineer, Claire is the driving force behind SEO, website analytics, and keeping Authentic Food Quest running smoothly. When Claire is not savoring global flavors, she can be found running, cycling, or hiking.

Best Seafood in Valparaiso Chile: Where and What to Eat

by Claire May 21, 2024February 11, 2024 Categories Chile, Dishes, Restaurants
Valparaiso Seafood by Authentic Food Quest

Valparaiso by the Pacific Ocean is a culinary destination not to miss in Chile. Valparaiso seafood is known throughout for

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How to Drink Water in Southeast Asia: 15 Helpful Tips To Stay Safe

by Claire February 8, 2024 Categories Drinks, Food Traveler Tips
Drinking Water in Southeast Asia by Authentic Food Quest

In many parts of the world, you don’t have to worry much when you drink water from the tap. Unfortunately,

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The 20 Most Famous Penang Food: What and Where to Eat It

by Claire January 30, 2024 Categories Malaysia, Dishes
Bowl of Penang food specialty in Malaysia

Penang is the birthplace of Malaysia’s street food and has been voted time and again as one of the best

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10 Traditional Bulgarian Drinks to Sip Into Culture

by Claire October 2, 2024January 28, 2024 Categories Bulgaria, Drinks
Bulgarian Drinks by Authentic Food Quest

Bulgarian drinks are an integral part of the local culinary culture. The drinks are diverse and reflect the country’s history

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10 Best Restaurants in Bansko for Bulgarian Cuisine (2024)

by Claire October 2, 2024January 28, 2024 Categories Restaurants, Bulgaria
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Restaurants in Bansko, the popular ski resort town at the foot of the Pirin mountain, offer several local specialties. In

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10 Things to Do in Melnik in 2024 With Restaurants And Hotels Recommendations

by Claire October 2, 2024January 28, 2024 Categories Bulgaria
Things to do in Melnik by Authentic Food Quest

Nestled amidst Bulgaria’s picturesque landscape is the small town of Melnik. In fact, it is the smallest town in Bulgaria.

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Bulgarian Food Guide: 15+ Traditional Foods You’ll Fall in Love With

by Claire October 2, 2024January 28, 2024 Categories Bulgaria, Dishes
Bulgarian Food by Authentic Food Quest

Bulgarian food, relatively undiscovered, is making its way onto the culinary world map.  Bulgaria, nestled in the Balkan Peninsula of

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10 Surprising Facts You Need to Know About Eating at Bulgarian Restaurants

by Claire October 2, 2024January 28, 2024 Categories Bulgaria, Restaurants
Bulgarian Restaurants by Authentic Food Quest

Bulgarian restaurants offer the opportunity to taste traditional foods and regional specialties and to learn more about Bulgarian culture.  During

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7 Authentic Bulgarian Restaurants Not To Miss in Plovdiv (2024)

by Claire October 2, 2024January 28, 2024 Categories Restaurants, Bulgaria
Plovdiv Restaurants by Authentic Food Quest

The food in Plovdiv is rich in traditions. In the second largest city in Bulgaria, Plovdiv restaurants focus on traditional

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7 Top Authentic Restaurants in Sofia To Taste Bulgaria (2024)

by Claire October 2, 2024January 28, 2024 Categories Bulgaria, Restaurants
Best Restaurants in Sofia by Authentic Food Quest

The best restaurants in Sofia, Bulgaria, offer creative and surprising interpretations of traditional Bulgarian cuisine.  Many traditional dishes are made

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