Culinary Travel Guides

Our Let’s Eat The World Travel Guides: Culinary Travel Stories & Recipes

Greetings, fellow travelers and food lovers! At Let’s Eat The World, we share our love of food, travel, culture, and history — the very flavors that make life worth savoring. Our culinary travel guides bring you stories from markets and kitchens around the globe, chef-curated recipes, and tips for planning stress-free food vacations. From tapas tastings in Seville to hands-on classes in Paris and food journeys through Peru, we invite you to eat well, travel deeply, and be inspired by the world’s table.

Cooking in Modena with Ilaria: Pasta, Pastry, and Personal Stories

Lets Eat The World

Step into Ilaria’s kitchen in Modena, where pasta-making comes with stories, technique, and the kind of hospitality that makes a lesson feel like a visit to a friend’s home.

what first time visitors to georgia should know

What First-Time Visitors to Georgia Should Actually Know

Lets Eat The World

I was prepping a guest’s Georgia trip and ran into a rule I didn’t know existed. That sent me back through everything else first-timers actually need to know before they go — starting with the one that isn’t optional.

Vamos a la Playa: Best Beaches Near Seville

Lets Eat The World

Seville has no beach, and everyone here still has a side in the Cádiz-versus-Huelva debate. A rundown of real beaches, real chiringuitos, and how far you’ll actually have to go.

Beyond Paris, Rome, and Barcelona: Underrated Culinary Travel Destinations Worth a Second Look

Yetunde Oshodi

We still love Paris, Rome, and Barcelona, no argument there. But the bookings for Modena & Emilia and Peru, and a recent table conversation about Georgia and Tanzania, tell a different story about where curious travelers are looking next.

Peru Wine Region Ica: The Story That Pisco Overshadowed

Lets Eat The World

Everyone arrives in Peru knowing about pisco. Fewer people know that the same valley, the same desert terroir, is also producing wine — and has been for close to five centuries.

Lima’s Food Markets: Where Peruvian Cuisine Actually Begins

Lets Eat The World

Lima’s restaurant menus, its cooking classes, its food culture — none of it makes complete sense until you’ve been to a market. That’s where the food actually starts.

Afro-peruvian cuisine and the flavors of coastal Peru

Afro-Peruvian Cuisine and the Flavors of Peru’s Southern Coast

Lets Eat The World

Peru’s southern coast doesn’t make headlines the way Lima does. But the food culture there carries centuries of history. This is the story of Afro-Peruvian cuisine and the communities who kept it alive.

What to Pack for Your Tanzanian Culinary & Culture Tour

Lets Eat The World

Packing for Tanzania isn’t just about throwing in sunscreen and a good pair of shoes. With three distinct climate zones, a domestic flight with strict baggage limits, and a schedule that moves from highland cooking experiences to Zanzibar spice farms, your kit needs to work harder than a standard holiday list. This guide covers what to bring, what to leave behind, and how to pack respectfully for the communities you’ll be visiting.

how to pack when traveling across Colombia

How to Pack for Your Culinary Travel Across Colombia

Lets Eat The World

From dancing in Cartagena to cooking in Medellín, here’s what to pack for a Colombian culinary escape that blends flavor, culture, and comfort.

how to get to Lima Peru landing in lima peru

How to Get to Lima, Peru (and What to Know Before You Land)

Lets Eat The World

Lima sits at the edge of the Pacific and feels, on a map, like a long way from anywhere. In practice, it’s one of the most straightforward destinations in South America to reach — and one of the most rewarding to arrive in.

The Costaleros of Seville, Spain practicing for Semana Santa

The People Beneath the Pasos: Seville’s Costaleros

Yetunde Oshodi

Most people assume there is some kind of mechanical system underneath the pasos. There isn’t. What is underneath is human — crouching in darkness, navigating by sound, carrying the weight of centuries on their shoulders.

Coffee at the Source: What You’ll Learn on a Colombian Coffee Farm

Lets Eat The World

Colombia is world-famous for its coffee, but there’s so much more behind the bean. Here’s what to expect from a Medellín coffee farm tour that goes beyond sipping.

Afro-Colombian Heritage and the Flavors That Tell Its Story

Lets Eat The World

From sizzling stews in Palenque to fruit vendors in Bazurto, Afro-Colombian food culture is a living history—flavored by resilience, migration, and memory.

Where to Eat and Drink in Cartagena and Medellín (with Bogóta bonuses)

Lets Eat The World

Whether you’re a street food sleuth or a reservation-first foodie, Colombia’s cities have something to offer. Here’s a curated guide to where to eat and drink in Cartagena, Medellín, and (just a taste of) Bogotá.

Cartagena or Medellín: Which Colombian Food City Is Right for You?

Lets Eat The World

Colombia has more than one flavor-rich city to explore. If you’re deciding between the coast and the mountains, here’s a food lover’s guide to help you choose.

What You’ll Actually Eat in Colombia (And Why It Will Surprise You)

Lets Eat The World

If you think Colombian food starts and ends with arepas, think again. This is a cuisine shaped by mountains, coasts, migration, and memory—and you’re going to want seconds.

Staying Healthy While Traveling: What to Know Before You Go

Yetunde Oshodi

Staying healthy while traveling doesn’t have to be complicated. Especially if you have the right advice. Travel well, eat well. A practical guide to timing vaccines, malaria prevention, smart packing, and insurance—plus a downloadable carry‑on vs checked health packing list.

Travel in Seville: Getting Around Without the stress

Lets Eat The World

Navigating Seville doesn’t have to be stressful. From scenic trams and tapas-fueled bike rides to reliable taxis and transit cards, this guide breaks down the easiest ways to explore the city—so you can save your energy for the real adventure: eating.

Free Things to Do in Seville

Lets Eat The World

Whether you’re here for the tapas or the architecture, knowing how to navigate Seville can make or break your visit. In this guide, we break down the easiest, most affordable ways to get around the city like a local—no car (or stress) required.

Prosciutto di Parma vs. Culatello: Italy’s Cured Meat Rivalry

Lets Eat The World

Prosciutto di Parma may be famous, but Culatello is its secretive cousin. Discover how both are made, aged, and savored in Parma’s Food Valley.

Balsamico Tradizionale: The Patience of a Family Loft

Lets Eat The World

Supermarket balsamic can’t compare. In Parma, traditional balsamico is crafted in family lofts over decades, producing one of Italy’s most treasured flavors.

The Wines of Emilia-Romagna: Lambrusco, Malvasia, and Beyond

Yetunde Oshodi

Forget the stereotypes. Parma’s wines include dry, effervescent Lambrusco and versatile Malvasia, balancing prosciutto, pasta, and Parmigiano alike.

Let’s Eat Tanzania – The Story Behind the Tour

Yetunde Oshodi

Let’s Eat Tanzania wasn’t born from a marketing brainstorm — it was born from lived experience, instinct, and a desire to honor legacy while digging deeper. Here’s the story of how a safari-driven itinerary became a people-centered food journey, guided by local partners who care deeply about place and purpose.

a bouquet of spices from the Tanzanian spice farm

Zanzibari Spice Culture and the Swahili Table

Yetunde Oshodi

Zanzibar isn’t just about beaches and sunsets. Its spice farms and Swahili flavors offer a quiet, powerful education — one that travelers often miss. From cloves and coconut milk to market stalls and migration stories, here’s what you’ll really taste.

Cookie	Duration	Description
cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional	11 months	The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-others	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy	11 months	The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.

Our Let’s Eat The World Travel Guides: Culinary Travel Stories & Recipes

Cookies