Kaya Almond Croissant @ Chu Bakery
Chu Bakery opened in mid-2015 with absolute fanfare from the foodies of Perth. There are long lines every weekend (and most days, too) but the wait is worth it. Definitely indulge in their sweet offerings. The Kaya almond croissant and raspberry chocolate croissant are incredible and flaky. The sourdough toast with fresh avocado, whipped feta, seeds and chilli is also fantastic. Definitely worth getting.

Pho Tai @ Hu Tieu Thanh Liem
The search for a delicious pho in Perth is an exhaustive one, with lots of options. But Hu Tieu Thanh Liem is definitely one of the best I've ever tried. The broth is clear but full of flavour, with oxtail resonating in each mouthful. The beef is tender and melts in your mouth as it heats gently in the soup. There's so much goodness in this bowl of hearty soul warming pho.

Omelette with Zucchini @ Pixel Coffee Brewers
Pixel Coffee Brewers is a beautifully designed space that's small and well-formed, with white, turquoise and light-colored wood throughout. They're well known for their coffee (as the name would suggest) but the food is also fantastic! There are options for all food tastes, with gluten-free and vegan choices, as well as wonderfully buttery tarts and decadent cakes. Always save room for dessert here!

Fried Aubergine with Honey @ Casa Pepe De La Juderia
Pepe opened his business in 1929 in the heart of the Jewish quarter and quickly earned a reputation for great Cordoba dining. An oasis from the tourists constantly walking by, visitors are greeted by a gorgeous Andalusian patio with lots of colorful plants. Just as inviting is its menu. Fried Aubergine with Honey is a traditional dish in Cordoba, and is either breaded or battered, sliced in rounds or sticks and served with cane sugar honey or salmorejo. At Pepe’s, this culinary staple is beer battered and fried, served crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, with just a hint of sweet honey. One unforgettable mouthful will send you straight to eggplant heaven.

Tortilla de Patatas @ Bar Santos
This little bar across the street from the Mezquita serves what is claimed to be the world’s biggest tortilla de patatas (30 eggs and 5 kg of potatoes). I'm not arguing. It’s damn good. Thick wedges are deftly cut from giant wheels of the stuff and customarily served with plastic forks on paper plates to eat outside under the Mezquita's walls. And while you may have come for the monster tortilla de patatas, stay for a bowl of salmorejo and some of the other home-style tapas offered. It’s a tiny spot with just two small tables (a low one in front of the window, another tall one in the corner) so it’s mostly standing-room-only at the bar. Most people prefer to take their tapas and drinks outside and sit along the low stone Cathedral wall in front of the bar.

Oxtail Churro with Chocolate Sauce  @ Garum 2.1 bistronmic tapas bar
Set in the Jewish quarter with very traditional decor, this “bistronomic tapas bar” includes an exposed section of Roman wall inside. In the dining room, this historic eatery serves a traditional and informal menu of modern, prize-winning tapas. Be sure to try the tender stewed oxtail, wrapped in pastry and served with a bitter chocolate sauce. Don't knock it until you've tried it.

Puntalette @ Regadera
This charming little restaurant is just a stone’s throw from the Mezquita and the Roman Bridge. Small and intimate, with a friendly staff headed by Chef Adrián Caballero, La Regadera offers seasonal and daily dishes, mostly on larger plates. Don't miss the richly flavored puntalette, a tiny rice shaped pasta with duck confit and boletus mushrooms, and the cochinilla (roast suckling pig). Make sure you book a reservation, as La Regadera is a very popular place and fills up fast.

Prahok Ktis @ Chanreash 10 Makara
This small restaurant is always packed with locals, and visitors are starting to cotton on to its low-budget charms. Chanreash 10 Makara is a simple place with decor that could be described as "lacking," but the menu is filled with inexpensive, traditional Cambodian dishes that won't be found at more popular Pub Street eateries. Prahok, a type of fermented fish, is a signature of Cambodian cooking and can be found in many dishes. Prahok ktis is one of its most palatable incarnations: cooked with coconut milk and minced pork and served with vegetable crudités, it is light, savory and downright delicious.

Pork and Rice @ Psar Leu Market
Psar Leu is the largest market in Siem Reap, and a busy cornucopia of sights and smells. The large wet market is packed with fresh ingredients, including freshwater fish, just-butchered pork, pounded spice pastes and local herbs, and the shops around the outside sell everything from clothes to kitchen equipment to hand-made baskets. There are also lots of small stands selling all types of Cambodian food, but since it's a primarily morning market, breakfast dishes are most abundant. Pork and rice, called bai sach chrouk in Khmer, is one of the simplest and most delicious Cambodian breakfast dishes. Thinly sliced sweet pork is grilled over hot coals, then served on broken rice with a side of fresh pickled cucumbers, carrot, ginger and daikon radish. Chili paste is optional but favored by those who like an early-morning kick.

Korean BBQ Pork @ Dakida
Siem Reap has a large Korean population and a plethora of Korean restaurants. Dakida’s menu is slightly different from the others, because it specializes in bar foods -- like crispy fried chicken balls, ramen, and breaded, deep-fried prawns -- that go well with Korean beer and soju. The standout item on their menu is the $7 barbecue pork set, an incredible value, featuring unlimited servings of pork grilled at your table, kimchi tofu soup, steamed egg and an array of the delicious Korean side dishes called banchan.