The Essentials

Unexpected Foodie Towns

When you think of great American food destinations, you might want to track foreign immigration statistics.

And some of the most surprising and delicious finds are scattered across the country in places you might not expect.

Want great Basque cuisine? Head to Elko, Nevada, home to a number of Basque restaurants and the annual National Basque Festival.

In Oklahoma City, Vietnamese refugees helped build the Asian District, now known for its restaurants, markets, and cultural events.

And in Jersey City, Newark Avenue’s India Square is home to the largest Indian diaspora in the Western Hemisphere.

It’s a hub for restaurants, temples, markets, and festivals that celebrate South Asian culture.