Where to Eat When Travelling on A Budget

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Here are some ideas to help you source cheap meals while travelling:

Local markets - This is especially popular in Asia where they have morning markets and night markets. Food can be super cheap in these places.

Farmers Markets – These are more popular in Western countries. Whilst it may not necessarily be the cheapest food they do have some of the freshest ingredients and home-cooked offerings such as breads, pastries, fresh fruit and vegetables - all excellent snacking options. Plus these markets also generally have tasters available :)

Leftovers - Ever heard of the saying 'waste not, want not'? Sometimes the portions are so large or you get carried away and order every local delicacy on the menu.. dont' worry. Just ask for a take away pack and cart your leftovers back to the hotel or hostel. This may even serve as an ice breaker with other hungry guests. 

Street food – Almost always an excellent options. Just ensure they have lots of other customers cause we dont want to have an upset tummy.. especially not when you're on holiday!

Happy Hour & Special Deal – Many restaurants these days offer these. They're not always just for drinks. They also do light meals and appetizers.. if you have a few it could qualify as a meal. Or buy a combo meal where you get the main meal plus a drink and maybe dessert as well. I usually works out cheaper than going ala carte.

I'm not sure about listing Food Trucks as an option here because all the ones I've been too are quite pricey.

Happy travels!