Blog – Travel and Culinary Journals
An Ode to Mythical Greece
The light of Greece opened my eyes, penetrated my pores, expanded my whole being. -Henry Miller Greece. To know her is to see a land that inspired epic mythology, western philosophy, and the very concept of democracy. Many are drawn to Greece for her ancient history, but she has much to offer in … Continued
Easy, Indian-Inspired Flatbread Made With Yogurt
This is a guest post from one of our Delectable Destinations travelers Monica Matheny from theyummylife.com The flatbread recipe that I share further down in this post was inspired by the amazing food I enjoyed on a cultural and culinary trip to India. I will forever love India and cherish the memories of my 2 … Continued
Ode to the Sfusato Amalfitano: Lemon of the Amalfi Coast
This is a guest blog post from our friends in Italy at Visit the Amalfi Coast. Check them out here. You have certainly heard about the famous Amalfi Coast lemon. It’s ubiquitous in any photos taken while visiting. Not only are they picture-perfect, but they’re so important to our cooking and culture. These lemons are … Continued
Discover Denmark and New Nordic Cuisine
From where we write today on the “other side of the pond” from Europe, we’d be willing to guess that Denmark isn’t high on the list when you think of European culinary destinations. Part of Delectable Destinations’ ethos is that alongside commonly trodden paths, we also curate trips to less/undiscovered regions, notably those whose culinary … Continued
The Enchanting Emerald Isle
Thinking of Ireland may conjure up images of the scenery, the culture, the castles, and the romance of the wild Atlantic ocean. What it may not bring to mind is an incredible foodie destination, however, what our guests found out on our first Delectable Destinations trip to the Emerald Isle is that it is in … Continued
Madrid Neighbourhood Guide: Where to Eat in the Spanish Capital
The bustling, capital city of Madrid is a must-see on any trip to Spain. Located at the country’s centre, Madrid is full of winding roads, world-class museums, grand boulevards, hidden taverns, and enough culture to draw you in and keep you hooked. Madrid truly has it all: gorgeous European architecture, delicious food, rich history, and … Continued
An Ode to Magical Puglia
Oh, Puglia. There’s a reason this underrated Italian region is becoming increasingly popular. While lesser known than the hills of Tuscany, chic Capri, or one of our favorites, the picture-perfect Amalfi Coast, Puglia (Apulia) is no lesser for its lack of hype. It happens to be one of Italy’s finest culinary gems, a thallasophile’s dream, … Continued
Join the Festival of Light with Diwali Recipes
This week, let’s join the festival of light with these delicious Diwali recipes! A highlight of our India journey is our cooking class with Chef Neha from Saffron Palate in Delhi. All of our guests love their experience and what’s not to love! Going to a local market and then off to Chef Neha’s beautiful … Continued
Diwali Deepawali – Festival of Lights
Perhaps my favourite part of Delectable Destinations is connecting with brilliant colleagues in other countries. I’m excited to share another guest post today, this time from one of our partners in India. Renu Choudhary, pictured above, hails from Delhi and has insider access to highly unique, authentic and experiential journeys to the Indian Sub-Continent, Sri … Continued
Travel to Greece through the Art and Tradition of Greek Dance
Greek dance on the island of Crete is typically accompanied by live music. Image via Greeking.me This is a guest blog post by Kristina Headrick. She is the founder of Yia Mas, a brand and workshop series that teaches about the intersection of Greek culture and wellness. She grew up Greek American and travels … Continued
