Explore a New Cuisine
Budget
💳 $20–$100
Group
Just two, Small group
Setting
indoor
Pick a cuisine neither of you knows well — Ethiopian, Georgian, Filipino, Peruvian — find the best local restaurant serving it, and go with an open mind and an appetite. Ask the staff what to order. Leave comfort zone at the door.
Vibes
Tips to make it great
- 1
Let the waiter guide the order — 'what should first-timers try?' always works.
- 2
Go with an open-minded group; mixed enthusiasm kills the vibe.
- 3
Read a little about the cuisine beforehand so you have context while eating.
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