About this place
Recipes, portions and names can vary between restaurants. Ask about ingredients, meat stock, nuts, shellfish and cooking oil before ordering. Do not infer allergy safety or vegetarian suitability from a translated name. Confirm the portion size and total price, and choose a venue that suits your needs.
Before you go
Leave room to observe everyday life rather than treating every neighborhood as a staged attraction. Ask before photographing people or entering a workshop. In places of worship, follow posted rules and the guidance of the people responsible for the site. Buying a local craft is optional; learning about the maker can be as valuable as making a purchase.
Sources and further reading
Prepare more than one way to pay. Check your bank's overseas settings and any mobile-payment setup before departure, but do not assume every card or merchant is supported. Keep a small independent backup, confirm the currency and amount before approving a payment, and never share a verification code with someone offering to help.
