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Did anyone experience severe food poisoning on the south coast.

Asked 6 months agoSeen by 935 travellers

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Henry I.•40 rep•1

We are scared of getting sick. What specific street food should we totally avoid.

beaches food health

asked 6 months ago

Henry I.•40 rep•1

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Food poisoning is generally rare if you are careful. The most common culprit is actually tap water. You must avoid drinks with ice cubes at small beach shacks, as the ice is often made from unfiltered tap water.

answered 6 months ago

Kasun D.•18920 rep•1

Always stick to eating hot, freshly cooked food like kottu or hoppers that are prepared on a scorching grill right in front of you. The high heat kills almost all bacteria, making it incredibly safe.

answered 6 months ago

Sivakumaran K.•14140 rep•1

Totally avoid eating pre cut fruit sold by street vendors that has been sitting out in the sun. The fruit itself is fine, but it is frequently washed with tap water or sliced with unhygienic knives.