Four countries, five street foods: What will you be eating?

The love for food is universal, or at least, global. It knows no boundaries. And that is what is worth celebrating, because wherever you go, you will always have one local delicacy or the other to devour. A real foodie will know that the joy of hitting a street stall to try out authentic cuisine, is not the same as sitting inside a high-end restaurant and dining. Not only is eating street food an economical and convenient way to curb your hunger pangs, it also opens the door to a world of must-have food. From pushcarts and night market stalls to bicycle backs, you will often find the best local cuisines on the streets. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock)

As such, here are some delicacies from five different countries that you must taste during your next trip abroad. From the all-American hot dog to the famous Hong Kong pineapple buns, these foods are unmissable. Here is what you need to know. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock)

Pineapple buns, Hong Kong: Traditionally, pineapple buns contained no pineapple and earned the moniker because of the chequered top that resembles the skin of a pineapple. The top half of the bun is made from cookie-type dough, while the bottom is made from Chinese-style bread dough, which tends to be softer and sweeter than the western bread. Many vendors also insert a cold dollop of butter into a warm pineapple bun. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock)

Hot dog, United States of America: A grilled/cooked sausage — served inside a hot dog bun and garnished with ketchup, mustard, onions, cheese etc. — is available on almost every American street. Easy to find, this dish features on every restaurant menu, at food stalls, and inside stadiums. Big cities like Chicago, Detroit and New York are particularly well-known for their hot dogs. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock)

Put Chai Ko (sticky rice pudding), Hong Kong: Also known as ‘sticky rice pudding’, put chai ko is typically made of rice flour and red beans. These ingredients are put in a small bowl. When the pudding sets, it can be removed from the bowl on a small stick and eaten like a popsicle. Modern innovations of this traditional delicacy have introduced new flavours such as pumpkin and green tea. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock)

Ramen, Japan: Although ramen is associated with Japan, it is believed that it actually originated in China. Popular throughout the world, ramen can be easily found on the streets of Japan. From ramen shops, karaoke halls to amusement parks and more, noodles are served in a broth that is typically meat or fish-based, and soy sauce or miso is used for flavouring, as well as for toppings. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock)

Tacos, Mexico: Tacos are also widely consumed throughout Canada and the United States, with a variety of options. They are made up of a corn or wheat tortilla, folded or rolled with fillings like chicken, cheese, vegetables, and topped with avocado, chili pepper, lettuce, onions, salsa, etc. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock)