The world is full of wonderful places to eat, and this mouthwatering, globe-trotting guide features 1001 of the very best. Gourmets with an appetite for good food in gorgeous settings will find their taste buds tingling with anticipation as they flip through this book. The featured eateries range from beloved local delis and diners to haute cuisine establishments where one can enjoy refined dishes in elegant surroundings. The cuisines of the world are truly represented here through a diverse array of eateries categorized by country. From Junior's in Brooklyn, New York, to Denmark's Noma and South Africa's Babel, readers will find:<BR><BR><br><LI>Restaurants from all over the planet with prices to suit every budget<br><LI>More than 900 full-color mouthwatering images with absorbing text<br><LI>Entries that detail the establishment's history, menu, pricing, and web site <br><LI>An introduction that explores how and why restaurants attain iconic status<br><BR><BR>Compiled by experts of fine cuisine, <i>1001 Restaurants You Must Experience Before You Die</i> is an essential reference guide for anyone who adores food and eating out.