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10 Tastes From Around the World

10 Tastes from Around the World

My own life goal has been to taste my way around the world. Either at home or abroad, I am always on the search for the next best bite. What can I say, flavor makes me happy. Below is a short list of some my favorite tastes from around the world. My personal preferences vary, from the…

Provence

Top 5 Tastes: Provence

The gastronomy of Provence is distinctive from the rest of France. Proximity to the Mediterranean, rich farmlands, and lush landscapes contribute to its simple, rustic, and flavorful cuisine. Provençal markets are chalk-full of seasonal produce, local cheeses, fresh herbs, and baked goods. Vineyards and olive trees dot the countryside made famous by Van Gogh. Want…

Spain

Whet Your Appetite: Spain

Spain is a food lovers mecca. I know this because I have gone three times in the last few years. My first encounter in Spain was a brief visit, or, more like a long layover. It just depends on how you prefer to view the situation. My travel buddy and I were en route home…

Sharpen your Culinary Skills Abroad

How to Sharpen Your Culinary Skills Abroad

You’re about to embark on an amazing journey abroad, and you find yourself wanting to go beyond the tourist trademarks of travel: shopping, sightseeing, and sitting on a beach. You want more. You want to feel enriched and immersed. You want to learn something new. Perhaps new culinary skills are just the thing. I’ve put together…

Amalfi Coast

Top 5 Tastes: Amalfi Coast

The Amalfi Coast conjures images of crystal blue waters, rocky grottos, beachside resorts, and chic cliffside villas. However, one would be remiss to exclude the delicious dishes, seasonal products, and regional specialties of this sun-filled area. I’ve been lucky enough to spend some time along the Amalfi Coast, jumping from the Isle of Capri to…

Peru

Top 5 Tastes: Peru

Food lovers rejoice, Peru is finally getting the attention it deserves as a culinary powerhouse. I have a special place in my heart for Peruvian cuisine. The history, passion, land, and flavors of Peru combine to create a unique culinary story. Read on for our list of Top 5 Tastes.   You say ceviche, I…

Photo: Jamie Francis via 2013 Travel Portland.

Sommelier Speak: Insider Tips and Travel Advice from Steve Tindle

We’d all like to think that we have the inside scoop, but let’s face it, sometimes we just don’t. In these instances, I like to reach out to trusted friends and industry peeps to get the real deal. Case in point, discovering the best experiences focused on wine while traveling. I love to drink wine,…

Treat yourself to travel

How to Treat Yourself When Traveling

Travel can mean many things to many people. It can be an escape, an opportunity to learn and see something new, a way to unwind and relax, or a means of spending time with the special people in your life. I believe traveling is an opportunity to treat yourself. Traveling takes us outside of our normal…

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