Hello! I’m Laura.
The Culinary Travel Guide is here to help busy prime-time women like you find the best local food when you travel.
As a Culinary Travel Professional (CCTP), I’ve had amazing food experiences all over the world. Now I’m on a mission to help you do the same.
My self-guided food walks and mini travel guides are designed to help you experience the highlights of a local cuisine in a short period of time – whether you’re on a stopover, layover, pre or post cruise extension, shore excursion, or weekend getaway.
I also share recipes collected on my travels, along with my best travel tips, inspiring stories, and gorgeous galleries.
Embrace Your Inner Adventurer
With my meticulously planned
self-guided food walks.
Whether you have a few hours on foot or a few days, I’m here to help you experience a new destination through the universal language of food.
I’ll show you ways to satiate your craving for new experiences, learn about the local gastronomy, satisfy your curiosity about the world, and just have fun.
And, of course, I’ll also show you where to find the best local food and drinks.
Because food is a big part of the adventure!
Self-Guided Food Walks
A delicious morning walk through Rome’s historic center where you’ll see some of the city’s most atmospheric sites, stopping along the way for espresso, prosciutto, gelato, and more!
Neighborhood: Centro Storico
Famous Landmarks: Pantheon, Trevi Fountain
# of Food Stops: 5
Distance: 1 km, allow about 2 hours
When: Morning – best time of day to begin the tour is 10:00 am
ROME: Pranzo (Coming soon!)
A delicious afternoon walk through Rome’s historic center where you’ll see some of the city’s most atmospheric sites, stopping along the way for pizza al taglio, tiramisu, an aperitivo, and more!
Neighborhood: Centro Storico
Famous Landmarks: Piazza del Popolo, Spanish Steps
# of Food Stops: 6
Distance: 1 km, allow about 2 hours
When: Afternoons – best time of day to begin the tour is 1:00 pm
DUBLIN: Guilty Pleasures (Coming soon!)
A delicious anytime walk through the City Center of Dublin where you’ll indulge in some of the city’s sweetest treats.
Neighborhood: South of the River Liffey
Famous Landmarks: Temple Bar, City Hall, Dublin Castle Grafton Street
# of Food Stops: 7
Distance: 1.5 km, allow about 2 hours
When: Anytime
Channel Your Inner Nigella
With my collection of recipes from around the world.
Leave your passport at home with my delicious collection of world cuisine recipes.
I collect international recipes like some people collect shot glasses or spoons. They are, hands-down, my favorite souvenir.
Now I’m sharing them with you. So get inspired by south-of-the-border favorites like octopus tacos or traditional potato pancakes from a famous Irish restaurant in the heart of Temple Bar.
Travel the world without ever leaving your kitchen!
Fuel Your Wanderlust…
Rigatoni All’Amatriciana Recipe from Cal Mare Restaurant
Cal Mare’s Rigatoni All’Amatriciana recipe swaps out the guanciale in a traditional amatriciana for yellowfin tuna, creating a flavorful pasta “of the sea”.
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9 Exciting Culinary Adventures to Add to Your Bucket List
Bucket list worthy culinary adventures that will tempt you to get out there and taste the world! Start planning your next epic food trip today.
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The Essential Guide to Eataly Rome
Eataly Rome Guide with essential information including how to get there, opening hours, shopping, restaurants, cooking classes, and more.
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Cacao Energy Bites
Easy recipe for no-bake cacao energy balls from the Se Spa at the Grand Velas Riviera Maya. These tasty bites are full of superfoods like acai, maca, and cashews.
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5 Smart Ways to Protect Your Identity While Traveling
Adopting prudent mobile-computing habits can go a long way to keeping your personal information safe. Here are five smart tips to help you protect your identity while traveling.
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Best Places to Visit in Scotland: Balloch and Loch Lomond
Delicious Scottish cuisine, luxury accommodations and amenities, and a plethora of things to do earn Balloch a well-deserved spot on any list of the best places to visit in Scotland.
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