eating out

USA - 50 States - It would take a lifetime to eat all of the types of food available in the United States—but it's worth a try. The Northeast benefits from the close proximity to the bounty of fish off the coast, with Maine touting fresh lobster in the summer. Cities such as New York and Boston offer international and award-winning meals, as well as affordable ethnic eats. Cooking in the South will run the gamut from high-end eateries in New Orleans and Atlanta, to the best barbecue you’ll ever eat in the country, off the beaten track. Visiting the Midwest? Chicago is a famed eating town that won’t disappoint, while states like Wisconsin are famous for their cheese.

Texas and the Southwest benefit from bordering Mexico, which means you’ll find some mean southwestern fare. The West Coast offers it all—from the best burritos in southern California and star-quality restaurants in Los Angeles, to Northern California, where a bounty of fresh, delicious produce and some of the best wines in the world can be found. Hawaii and Alaska provide exquisite vistas with food to match. The U.S. remains the melting pot it has always been, which means there’s something delicious to discover in every state.