Published July 22, 2015

Forget New York, These Are the Next Great Food Cities

There are a few key “food cities” in the U.S. that get a lot of attention – San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles and Austin come to mind as some of the more obvious choices – cities where chefs are more like celebrities, plates are designed like works of art, and farm-to-table is a way of life. But surely there’s more to food in America than just these hot spots? This post from Shiftgig reminds us that there are, in fact, plenty of other great cities to eat in in this wonderful nation, but that they’re largely (and unfairly) overlooked. Given its proximity to San Francisco, it’s not surprising that Sacramento is often in the shadow of the City by the Bay, but its food choices are no less noteworthy and California’s capital is beginning to make a name for itself when it comes to cuisine. El Paso is also often neglected in foodie roundups, but when it comes to authentic Tex-Mex cuisine, it’s right up there on par with Austin’s offerings. And while Florida as a whole is not often mentioned when it comes to haute cuisine, Tampa may be the city to change that, with a revitalized downtown and gourmet food options to match.

Read the full article here: America’s Five Most Underrated Food Cities