I checked out the book "1,000 Places To See Before You Die," and it just seemed like too daunting a mission. Too little time, not enough money. Never happen.
I might have better luck with things I should eat before I die, since I've already got a good start. Of course it's a list that will grow, since bloggers are asked to participate:
To get you started, here are some food-for-thought questions. What are some of your most treasured food memories? Where have you had a dish or a meal beyond compare? Where have you traveled and been bowled over by the cuisine? What foods could you absolutely not live without?
When I think of the foods I've had that I think other people really should not miss out on, the list gets pretty long, but I'd start with blackberry dumplings topped with ice cream, and a good smoked beef brisket with barbecue sauce. Don't know why those two came to mind, but I'm hungry just thinking about them.