Description

Hungry for adventure? You’re in the right spot. To mark America's 250th birthday and Route 66's 100th anniversary in 2026, we've mapped out 11 culinary road trips that explore the best of America’s regional cuisine.

Because what better way to experience the heart of America than by diving into its varying local food culture and traditions?  And supporting the local businesses and farmers who keep these traditions alive is a tasty way to celebrate the spirit of America.

Because road trips are more fun with a friend, we’ve invited the curious minds at Atlas Obscura to ride shotgun, sharing their favorite off-the-beaten-path discoveries as well as their exclusive Route 66 Roadside Eats itinerary. Celebrity chefs such as Stephanie Izard, Aaron Franklin and more have shared their “Chef’s Day Off” itineraries packed with insider tips for maximizing your experience in their city.

Explore a Selection of the Routes:

• New England Lobster Roll & Clam Chowder Crawl
• Texas Fiesta of Flavors
• New Mexico Green Chile Getaway
• Southern BBQ & Lowcountry Boil
• Kentucky Bourbon & Pecan Pie Tour
• Colorado's Best Bites & Breweries

About the Maps

The Rand McNally Road Atlas contains the most up-to-date maps, more detailed city inset maps, and more travel planning information than the competition, which is why it’s been the essential, trusted tool for road travelers for more than 100 years.

  Features:

• Annually Updated Maps: Detailed coverage of every U.S. state and Canadian province with an overview map of Mexico.
• More Inset Maps: Detail maps for 375 cities and 28 national parks.
• Mileage Map: Distance and approximate driving times between hundreds of cities.
• On-the-Road Resources: Tourism, construction, and toll info for each U.S. state and Canadian province
• Proudly Made in the USA