Culinary & Spirits

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Culinary & Spirits

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Would you like to travel to a destination and immerse yourselves in the local culinary and spirit or wine culture? We can curate a trip that could include locally hosted dining, cooking class, cooking demonstrations, or tastings of the local wines and spirits.

My first taste of single malt Scotch whisky was on the isle of Mull just off the coast of Scotland in the inner – Hebrides. I thought that I was drinking a fireplace. I soon learned that what I was tasting was one of the most heavily peated whiskies that were produced. We made it our mission to travel around Scotland and try all the Diageo branded distilleries. It took us three trips and I grew to love the different regions, tastes, and smells that come along with the single malt experience.

There are so many varieties of wines and spirits in the world to sample along with the local cuisine. To truly experience a culture, you must experience their local flavors. In most cases, the food and drinks pair with the atmosphere and ambiance of the country or region. Barrel-aged stout in Scotland is very different from the beer experiences in Belgium. Wine tasting in Washington, along the Columbia River, is a different experience from Port on the Douro River in Portugal. They are both fabulous experiences not to be missed. Where will your palate take you next? We are here to help cultivate new tastes and nurture old ones within your travel experience.

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Food brings people together on many different levels. It’s the nourishment of the soul and body: it’s truly love.

–Giada De Laurentiis.
Much like travel, which helps us to understand our neighbors, the food and spirits of different regions, countries and cities help to bring us all together with shared experiences. We can pair culinary and spirit experience with almost any itinerary. But if you’d like your trip to be food or drink themed, then below are a few suggestions.

Whisky

Scotland

Whiskey

Ireland, the US South, and Japan

Gin

England, Scotland (pair Botanist Gin and Whisky on the Isle of Islay in Scotland), Argentina (Apostles), Australia (four Pillars), Germany (Money 47) and various US locations

Wine

Australia (Adelaide, Sydney), Europe (France, Italy, Portugal, Hungary) and the list goes on.

Guided Touring with Culinary Experiences

 

6 Day - Treasures of Tuscany Food Tour - Curated by The Table Less Traveled

 

Relish the food and wine that inspires Tuscan artisans.

Experience dedication to craftsmanship on this trip designed to take you behind the scenes of artisans and producers in Tuscany. We’ll meet artisans who have been working in their family businesses for generations.

Tour and taste while exploring a winery and vineyard overlooking the countryside. Dine on lunch prepared with farm-to-table produce at an organic farm and restaurant deep in the Tuscan hills. Visit a leather artisan in their workshop. See Giovanni’s private art collection in his villa.

Let this journey grow your appreciation for and connection with the carefully created fine Italian products that grace your day-to-day life.

Dates:

September 2 - 7, 2024
New 2025 dates are available.
Pricing:
$6,435 per person (based on double occupancy)
Destinations:

Cortona Arezzo Montalcino Florence and the Tuscan Countryside

 

NOLA: For the Love of Music and Food

If you've ever booked a trip through the charming city of New Orleans, you've heard the music that fills the streets. This historic city is known for its unique heritage and proud traditions. From vibrant nightlife, year-round festivals, creole, and Cajun food to colonial architecture, this cultural melting pot is unified by music. The storied history here has defined the New Orleans soundtrack. Brass bands fill the humid air, kids turn buckets into drums, and singers serenade the streets everywhere you go. Whether you are a music lover or are interested in learning about Nola culture, your trip through this city isn't complete without time spent enjoying local melodies.
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