One of the joys of travelling to a different country is discovering the local cuisine. If you're a bit of a gastronome, then holiday homes with the emphasis on food and drink are bound to appeal.

A foodie classic, France will always tickle your taste buds - try Paris apartments with links to cookery schools and whip up a storm in the kitchen. Discover what pizza and pasta should really taste like and take a look at the villas in Italy offering cooking lessons or the chance to get involved in the olive harvest. Good olive oil is at the heart of many of our favourite dishes, so why not join in the olive harvests in Spain and Croatia too. Or if you appreciate good food, but don't fancy getting your hands dirty, opt for a private chef - from Thailand villas to cottages in England and plenty in between, you've a choice of world cuisine.

Whatever your personal tastes, select your preferred country below and see what's being dished up. If food and drink are up your street, be sure to check out our wine tasting holidays too.