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Culinary Tourism

Even sophisticated travelers can have a surprise! Gastronomic tourism is now gaining in popularity. It emphasis on kitchens and the cooking traditions of a country or region. Tour wine chalets in France or take an excursion to the most famous vineyards in Italy and enjoy wine tasting at its finest. Taste the secrets of Mexican or Australian cuisine and squeeze in beer tours in the Czech Republic, Germany and Austria. But most importantly the fascinating gastronomic journey does not exclude tours or beach holidays. Dive into the culture of the country with interesting, fascinating tours in amazing places you will never forget.

Veg Voyages - vegetarian and vegan travel

Veg Voyages - vegetarian and vegan travel

6/17/2014 Article author: Lisa DiRosso

Do you love to travel but find that your vegetarian lifestyle makes it difficult to enjoy the culinary aspect of your journeys? Well, not anymore! You have found the perfect company that can accommodate your dietary needs.

Chelsea Market to Greenwich Village

Chelsea Market to Greenwich Village

2/24/2014 Article author: Joanna Engelman New York (United States)

The west side of the city, from the west twenties downtown, are some hidden gems one must visit when they come to New York City.My most recent tour was with the lovely couple in their seventies. They signed up for a highline/Chelsea Market Tour/The Highline has expanded, and it is absolutely beautiful.

World's most exquisite cuisines

World's most exquisite cuisines

11/19/2013 Article author: Dana Ellis

For all the food fanatics out there, traveling is essential, if you want to taste everything the world has to offer. That is why we have rounded up the most resounding symphonies of flavor, the most colorful dishes and the tasties bites. Here is your guide to the fascinating, international cuisines.

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Italy's 6 Top Food Markets

Italy's 6 Top Food Markets

9/13/2013 Article author: Weston Kincade Florence (Italy), Naples (Italy), Palermo (Italy), Rome (Italy), Venice (Italy)

From north to south, Italy's cuisine is delicious and somewhat different from region to region. And where can all these foods be found? The markets. High-end restaurant chefs make trips to these local markets early each morning to ensure their customers get the best cuts and selections of fresh food from sea and the land. Now with a little insight, you can too.

New London bars that are worth visiting

New London bars that are worth visiting

4/29/2013 Article author: Samantha Jones London (England)

If London is your destination this spring, there is a plenty of new places to go for a drink, regardless of whether you want something utterly refined and exquisite right in the city center or something with a fun twist and relaxed atmosphere.

World's Most Outrageous & Unusual Foods

World's Most Outrageous & Unusual Foods

3/13/2013 Article author: Cathy Jones

If you aren't afraid to try something new, you will love trying some of these really outrageous and unusual foods that are offered by the gastronomes of different countries around the world. Recipes that may seem shocking and strange to you are ordinary meals to people in different cultures, and you can really expand your horizons and have a culinary adventure by tasting some of these odd foods yourself.

Global Pub Crawling: Drinking Customs around the World

Global Pub Crawling: Drinking Customs around the World

9/20/2012 Article author: Cathy Jones London (England), Barcelona (Spain)

No matter what country you are visiting for your vacation or business trip, you can find a tasty libation waiting for you in a local bar or pub. Your travel destination might be famous for its natural scenery, an architectural landmark, or a gourmet food concoction, but one of the best attractions in any country is the popular drink for that area.

A Guide to Good Liquor Around the World

A Guide to Good Liquor Around the World

9/20/2012 Article author: Cathy Jones

There are lots of globe trotters who make a point of planning their vacations around visits to the local vineyards or breweries of their chosen destination. Wine tasting tours prevail in places from France to California, and many travelers take time out for beer festivals and brewery tours. But if your tastes extend to something a little beyond the ordinary, you can find amazingly tasty and enjoyable drinks in any country you visit.

Global Gourmet: Traveling the World for Fine Food and Wine

Global Gourmet: Traveling the World for Fine Food and Wine

8/31/2012 Article author: Cathy Jones Paris (France), Rome (Italy), Barcelona (Spain)

Food is something we all have in common, no matter where we come from. But for some of us, food is an obsession and planning any vacation revolves around where to find the very best foods and wines. To the traveling foodie, all other attractions of any chosen destination come second to that country's cuisine. For a person who is a food bon vivant, the goal of visiting a new country is to experience new flavors, revel in unique delicacies and delight in the tastes of exotic, interesting foreign foods.

Cooking Classes in Rome: Take Home More Than Memories

Cooking Classes in Rome: Take Home More Than Memories

8/8/2012 Article author: Cathy Jones Rome (Italy)

Mouthwatering aromas of carbonara sauce are a reminder of your wonderful Italian vacation, with fond memories of your time in Rome. By taking cooking classes in Rome you can bring home more than just memories, you can recreate your experiences at home by cooking amazing Italian pasta dishes and delectable deserts yourself.

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