Culinary Travel unltd: A World of Culinary Travel and Adventure
This photo of a floating food vendor in Bangkok was taken by photographer Steve Knight from Ashurstwood, West Sussex in England.
Showcasing the Hot Trend Towards Culinary Travel ... Cooking, Wine Tasting & Cultural Adventures Around the Globe. Just Remember, When in Rome...
Find Culinary Travel Opportunities. Connect and Interact with those who share your interest in Culinary Travel.
Below you'll find Merchants and Products which speak to the topic of this site and which, in keeping with our mission as The Web's Concierge, have been carefully chosen and individually screened for your shopping ease and pleasure. They are not paid ads, but rather companies with whom we have selectively chosen to partner. We do earn a referral fee if you find something you like or need and purchase it. We have striven to bring you the "best in breed" companies ... those that: we like, our friends like, have great sites and service, have good online reviews, positive consumer reports, and are family friendly. Keep us posted with regards to your own personal experiences with them.
You may be surprised at companies that have not been included. The "noisiest" in the marketplace are not always the best. We have chosen 1) newer innovative companies that are performing well and garnering respect in their respective niches as well as 2) "Main Street" companies that have been reliably getting the job done for decades ... in some cases centuries. Our oldest partner, thus far, has been in business since 1819! That's staying power.
Rest assured, if we've included a certain vendor in a site's line-up, there's a very specific reason for it. You may have to hunt and poke a bit, but it'll be well worth the effort. Enjoy the adventure!
Merchants
The Leader of the Pack
Art Culinaire: A hardbound, full-color periodical which, for the past twenty years, has served as an unparalleled showcase for the best and most visually arresting work of some of the world's greatest chefs.
Customer Favorites:
Afar: A different kind of travel magazine for those who travel the world seeking to connect with its people, experience their cultures, and understand their perspectives.
Amazon: One of the planet's most mind-boggling arrays of goods. First came the books. Now they've added every other product on the planet. The ultimate in selection and convenience across multiple categories.
Bon Appetit: Long a beloved publication for food and entertaining ... filled with easy and delicious recipes, restaurant reviews, menus and tips for simple and stylish entertaining, and creative ideas for healthy and time-saving meals. You'll also read interesting features on wine and spirits, step-by-step instructions for preparing dishes, and travel articles about places of special note for those who love food! (Who else remembers Julia Child signing off from her show in the early sixties with ... Bon Appetit?! Just think what she started!)
Edible Gardening in Small Spaces - Digital: A magazine that shows you how to plant and grow edible food in small (and even unlikely) places.
Expedia: One of the leading "online travel agencies" providing independent travel booking for flights, hotels, car rentals, cruises, and vacation packages ... a 2019 best in show for car rentals.
Food Network Magazine: Favorite celebrity chefs and Network stars, featured restaurants, tasty and achievable recipes, great how-to techniques, food facts, and more ... everything you enjoy on your favorite Food Channel takes a step further in its print version ... delivered direct to your door! (Even the ads contain great recipes and tips!)
Intrepid Travel: A small group tour company with an ethos and modus operandi that might not work for all, but certainly does for some. Intrepid specializes in "soft" adventure" travel (which might be a relative term for some folks) and small groups (as few as four and usually not more than 12). It is no frills ... local food, local transport, and modest accommodations ... grassroots travel I guess one would call it. Just without all the pre-planning hassles. They've been doing it since 1989 and have 800 different tour variations. Some folks love 'em (including some of the National Geo folks), some not so much. You just need to know what you're looking for out of your travel experience.
La Tienda: "The Best of Spain" when it comes to gourmet food ... offering authentic Spanish and Latin American foods and gifts. They have this market very well covered ... more like "cornered".
Louisiana Cookin': The only magazine devoted to Louisiana's love of good food ... Presenting local cooking traditions in a fun, informative, and colorful style, along with the recipes that make food an everyday "affair" in Louisiana! From traditional to contemporary and even to "lost" Louisiana recipes and culinary traditions, you'll find tons of info on delicious foods, mouth-watering recipes, unique cooking styles, famous restaurants, fantastic cookbooks, and more. Bring a bit of Louisiana cooking into your kitchen!
National Geographic Traveler: Nat Geo's spinoff publication that tells you all about the amazing travel destinations National Geographic Society reporters and photographers have visited, while giving you the advice and tips you need to get there. You'll find recommendations for hotels and other lodgings, detailed maps, feature articles about vacation destinations in the US and abroad, and other helpful travel advice.
One & Only Resorts: The luxury resort brand of Kerzner International, a leading developer and operator of destination resorts, hotels, and casinos. Their exclusive properties are indeed like "a rare collection of jewel-like resorts", each of them embracing a style and "personality" born of the local culture. Very special.
One Travel: Offering air, hotel, car, cruise, and travel package deal booking ... considered one of "the top 10" best online travel sites (ranking pretty high on that list ... ahead of others you might hear more about) ... they do have an easy to use site which has lots of info on it which you should read (esp the FAQs) ... also providing good customer support.
Primo: A magazine for and about Italian Americans ... you'll find in-depth articles on Italian American history and heritage, neighborhoods, accomplishments, current events, as well as features on the food, wine, and culture of Italy's respective, diverse regions.
Saveur: Forget about processed and refined foods, fast foods, foods out of a box made with ingredients you can't even pronounce ... here's a magazine dedicated to teaching you how to shop for, prepare, present, and eat healthy meals made from natural ingredients. Featuring primarily American fare with regards to recipes, as well as features on food history and lore, wine tips and vintners, restaurants here and abroad, and so much more. (A 2013 National Magazine Award Winner)
The Local Palate: Food in the South is intrinsically connected to life in the South. It is through creating, eating, and sharing food that pleasure is evoked, connections are forged, context is learned, and history is created. Across the Southern states, individual interpretations of food are as varied and compelling as the people who live in their unique cities and towns. The South is known for hospitality and southern cooking ... so sit back, relax, and allow the editors to serve you the best the Southern region has to offer of both.
Thomson Lakes & Mountains: Their specialty is planning your European summer holiday! You'll enjoy beautiful open spaces ... either at the coast or in the mountains, eat in authentic local restaurants and get a taste of real European culture.
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Art.com: If you love Art ... any kind of art, any subject ... you're gonna love this site. It's a feast for the senses. You can browse by subject, genre, artist, room to be decorated, and even color palate. Once you've found the image you've been looking for and/or can't live without, then you have multiple product types to choose from ... there's even a great selection of wall tapestries. You'll have fun here ... no matter your special interests or current decorating mission. Their tag line says it all: "Find Your Art, Love Your Space."
National Geographic en Espanol: The favorite global publication that, in and of itself, really constitutes a celebration of the world's cultures ... Spanish-speaking readers will enjoy diverse feature articles on world cultures and people, natural marvels, the animal world, science, and technology.
