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cooking up a storm at the edge of the world

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Culinary Tourism

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How do they make Peanut Butter in America?

January 26, 2020 by Elizabeth

My first North American press trip took me to Georgia, USA, along with a select group of European bloggers and social media influencers. The American Peanut Council hosted an American peanut education tour to teach us all we could about how they make peanut butter in America. American Peanuts Education Tour Did you know that …

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Glen Garioch Whisky Distillery Tour

A Scotch Whisky Experience at the Glen Garioch Distillery

March 7, 2019 by Elizabeth

We visit the Glen Garioch whisky distillery and visitor centre in Aberdeenshire and learn all about how whisky is made. This is followed by a tutored tasting session, pairing whisky with cheese. This post has been written in collaboration with Visit Aberdeenshire. An Introduction to Scotch Whisky  Glen Garioch, pronounced Glen Geery as a nod …

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Aberdeenshire Highland Beef

Aberdeenshire Highland Beef: A Farm to Fork Experience

February 23, 2019 by Elizabeth

Meet Grace Noble, a solo female entrepreneur in the beautiful Scottish countryside of Deeside, in rural Aberdeenshire. She is on a mission to put a second local beef product on the map alongside Aberdeen Angus – Aberdeenshire Highland Beef. This post was written in collaboration with Visit Aberdeenshire. A Visit to Aberdeenshire Highland Beef What are …

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Rocha Pears Portugal

Portuguese Rocha Pears: A Farm to Fork Experience

November 7, 2018 by Elizabeth

Earlier this year I was invited to Óbidos, Portugal to participate in the Rocha Pear harvest and to learn more about this delicious fruit including its history, economic impact and culinary versatility. This gastronomic press trip was organized by ANP – National Association of Pera Rocha Producers and was part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund. …

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Coconut Shrimp at the West Deck Aruba Dining

Your Culinary Guide to Authentic Aruban Cuisine

April 14, 2018 by Elizabeth

On this tiny Caribbean Island measuring only 20 miles long and 6 miles at its widest point, you’ll find over 250 different restaurants to choose from – Aruba is a foodie’s paradise! In collaboration with Aruba Tourism. Aruba currently boasts 96 different registered nationalities living on the island, resulting in a very diverse culinary scene. …

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Villetta Annessa raw beef

A Foodie’s Guide to Garda Trentino, Northern Italy

March 7, 2018 by Elizabeth

In collaboration with the Garda Trentino S.p.A. Tourism Board. Garda Trentino is a region in Northern Italy encompassing Riva del Garda, on the north shore of Lake Garda, Arco, Tenno, Nago-Torbole, Dro and Drena. It boasts a Mediterranean climate at the foot of the Alps, with plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventuring such as hiking, mountain …

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Old Riga, Latvia, from St. Peter's Church Spire

Riga Restaurants: A Gastronomic Visit to Latvia

February 13, 2018 by Elizabeth

In collaboration with The Post Office Travel Money Card. Vecrīga, Latvia for ‘Old Riga’, is the historical city centre of Riga, the capital city of Latvia. It was established in 1201 by Bishop Albert and was granted city status in 1225, and in February 2018 I paid a visit to it for the first time. …

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Fine Dining Onboard a Celebrity Equinox Cruise

December 31, 2017 by Elizabeth

In collaboration with Celebrity Cruises UK.  The Celebrity Equinox is a stylish 1041 foot Solstice-class cruise ship operating year-round luxury cruises to the Caribbean islands. In November of 2017, I spent five glorious nights on board her, being wined and dined in the most exquisite of restaurants. The team on board the Celebrity Equinox pride …

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Parisian Bistronomie 2017

Parisian Bistronomy: Eating My Way Through the City of Lights

May 24, 2017 by Elizabeth

Bistronomy is a revolutionary new culinary movement that has been sweeping through France. It’s a fairly new term coined in the 90s, a combination of the words bistro and gastronomy. It essentially describes a hybrid dining experience midway between casual dining and an inventive, experimental culinary experience but at moderate, affordable prices. With huge thanks to …

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Neuhaus Chocolate Tasting, Brussels

A Belgian Chocolate Experience

July 7, 2016 by Elizabeth

Embark on a mouthwatering journey through Brussels with our Belgian chocolate experience. Explore the birthplace of chocolate and taste the finest Belgian treats, in collaboration with P&O Ferries. It’s World Chocolate Day! This is the day we celebrate all things chocolate and wonderful, so let me take this opportunity to tell you about the Belgian …

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