“I’ve been traveling for almost half a century,” she shared in an interview with Travel Awaits. “My first trip was when I was just a few months old, and I grew up in a travel-loving family,” she further recalled. According to Favelle, learning to love travel was as much a part of her education as learning to walk, read, and write.

But with passion for travel came a hunger for more—quite literally. And so, as time passed, her travels became focused around local cuisines.

Favelle’s blog—aptly named Kavey Eats—has become a place where she can share her tips and tricks. With content ranging from food to travel (and anything in between), her posts include reviews, recipes, and travel recommendations.

Together with her husband Pete, the many countries the two have visited include Argentina, Botswana, the Falkland Islands, and even Antarctica.

“We love independent travel focused on culture and food,” stressed Favelle. “That’s echoed in my blog content, where I publish detail-rich articles with a strong focus on seeking out the best life experiences. I love to write about culture, cuisine and history as well as what to see, what to do, and where to stay.”

But with the recent pandemic, her posts are now focused on home-life, with relevant recommendations and recipes.

“The idea of travel takes on a whole new meaning in the world of COVID-19,” wrote Favelle in a recent post. “Now, the idea of just travelling across London to see my sister, or go to a restaurant, sounds wildly exciting; I wait in anticipation for that day. Small things that I took for granted, which I cannot do at the moment, remind me how much we need the sense of adventure and discovery that ‘travel’ gives us—and the anticipation of those things! In the routine of your own space it is hard to find those moments.”

Her blog and accompanying Instagram page will provide you with some comfort food in the meanwhile.

The post Whether Traveling Or Staying Home—Kavey Eats Provides Comfort Food appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

When traveling, food doesn’t just provide us substance—it gives us a sense of meaning, and connects us to local cultures and mythologies.

“One of the ways we learn about a place is through food, so that is a large focus when we travel,” explain the Rudds on their website. “But we also enjoy getting to know the culture, so we will share what we learn—real food, real people, and real travel stories.”

Describing themselves as avid travelers who enjoy slow travel, their well-planned vacations have an added educational value—which they hope to pass onto their readers. Slow traveling also means that they get to study local cuisines in-depth, which makes their website a helpful resource when visiting a place for the first time.

“You are encouraged to approach it as you own virtual vacation,” write the Rudds. “Learn about the place, the culture, the people, the food. Think whether it is a place you might want to visit and what would be involved. Cook along with us at home, all the recipes for the month will be the same cuisine—but a mix of breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts, and salads. Enough so that you can find something to try.”

Recent guides include Greece, the Greek Islands and Cyprus, which provides readers with classic Greek recipes such as slow-cooked leg of lamb and easy Greek rice pudding on the stovetop. Just scrolling through their website, makes our mouths water. Visit their website for more info.

The post Explore Foreign Cuisines with “Compass & Fork” appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Food and travel blogger Janine Thomas understands the importance of a good meal when traveling abroad. “I am not sure which I love more—food or travelling,” she writes on her website. “When you put them together it is a marriage made in heaven.”

Her blog includes city guides, travel tips, and resources dictated by her many food experiences. Those include guides to Middle Eastern Spices and 15 Dishes You Have to Try when visiting France.

One country that Thomas admires in particular for its tasty cuisine is Vietnam. “There are still French influences to be found like in the classics like Bánh mì, which is a crispy baguette filled with delicious pate, roasted meat and crunchy fresh salad,” she explained in an interview with Travel Awaits. “Each bite is heavenly. Another favorite is Vietnamese spring rolls, with a lattice like rice paper wrapper, deep fried to puff up, surrounding a taste explosion inside. Yum!”

And while we might not board a plane for some time now, Thomas’ blog and Instagram page provide resources for our travels to come. In the meanwhile, you might find us cooking up something good in the kitchen…

The post Plan Your Next Vacation with Janine Thomas’ Gastro Travelogues appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Open seven days per week from 9 am to 10 pm (11 am to 8 pm on Sundays), this former Sears catalog facility has been transformed into one of America’s best urban markets, with its food hall being its central attraction.

Located at 675 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE in Atlanta’s Old Fourth Ward, this new venture was opened in 2014 and has done nothing but cause food lovers to fall in love ever since.

Southern roots mix with international and creative influences to create a food market that offers up bakeries, Italian shops, and joints to find classic southern soul food in an eclectic, vogue old-fashioned environment.

Hop’s fried chicken, Five Daughters’ Bakery’s doughnuts, and 18.21 Bitters’ cocktails are some of the best spots that you can check out at Ponce City Market, which truly has options for anyone, no matter what mood you might be in!

So, if you’re a foodie and you’re going to be in Atlanta at any point in the future, make sure you stop at Ponce City Market at least once!

The post Atlanta’s Ponce City Market is a Foodie Paradise appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Did you know, for instance, that the Basque Country is the home of the most Michelin-starred restaurants per capita of any region on Earth? It’s true, as the Basque Country features 19 restaurants with a combined total of 28 stars in a region with just over 3 million inhabitants.

Some of the world’s most famous chefs and restaurants, such as Juan Mari Arzak and his namesake restaurant and Karlos Arguiñano have reinvented Basque food for a new generation, using its high-quality raw materials to make astonishing dishes.

Basque Cuisine features a relatively even mix of meat and seafood when it comes to protein. Bordering the Bay of Biscay, plenty of delicious seafoods like cod and eel are pulled from the waters.

The Basques also have a proud tradition of raising high-quality meat using sustainable agriculture and free-range methods to make some of Europe’s highest-quality beef and pork products.

Don’t sleep on Basque agriculture, either! Basque wine, known as txakoli, is gaining popularity as a slightly sparkling, light white variety that pairs great with seafood. Other products, such as mushrooms and spinach, are also produced with great success here.

So, if you are a foodie, you might want to start planning a trip to the Basque Country as soon as possible to experience all of the marvelous food that it has to offer!

The post The Basque Country is the World’s Most Underrated Foodie Destination appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Mumbai, India’s second-most-populous city and the home of the Bollywood industry, is a fascinating place to visit, smell, and taste. Visitors to this massive metropolis won’t only find places to see and things to do, but they’ll also see that Mumbai’s gastronomical scene is rich and diverse.

Street food is a massive part of Mumbai’s gastronomic culture, providing cheap, portable, and fast food options to all of the city’s residents. Want to feel like a real Mumbai native on your next trip to the city? Be sure to check out these street foods.

Bhelpuri

Bhelpuri is arguably Mumbai’s most widely-available and popular street food. Puffed rice and vegetables, such as tomatoes and chilis, are tossed in a slightly sweet and sour tamarind sauce. Vendors often put their own spin on this dish, making it super spicy or even a little sweet.

Panipuri

Puris, which are deep-fried pieces of unleavened bread, are hugely popular throughout the Indian subcontinent. Panipuri, a stuffed version of this bread, is also beloved here, and Mumbai is no exception. The Mumbai version is often filled with mung beans or chickpeas and then dipped in a green or sweet chutney.

Kulfi

Looking to cool down from the Mumbai heat with something sweet? Kulfi, a traditional Indian preparation of ice cream, is a great option that you can find street vendors selling. One of Mumbai’s most popular flavors is the mango kulfi. Yum!

The post Must-Try Street Foods in Mumbai appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Have an upcoming trip to Amsterdam on your agenda? Be sure to seek out these delicious street snacks.

Raw Herring

While it might seem strange and a little stomach-turning at first, you absolutely have to get a plate of raw herring to try while in Amsterdam. Eaten with a toothpick and topped with chopped onions and pickles, you’ll be surprised at just how good this Dutch snack tastes.

Frikandel

After American troops spent time in the Netherlands during World War II, the Dutch took the classic American hot dog and made their own version of it, called frikandel. Now, it’s enjoyed throughout the country and is readily available as a cheap, filling Amsterdam street food.

Stroopwafel

Looking for something sweet to enjoy along with a coffee to keep you going during a long day of sightseeing? Try a stroopwafel, a traditional Dutch cookie that consists of two thin layers of baked dough that are filled with a caramel paste.

The post Street Foods to Savor in Amsterdam appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Khinkali

Khinkali falls somewhere between Chinese soup dumplings, ravioli, and Russian pelmeni. The “dumplings” are made with flour and water and stuffed with various fillings before being boiled. See the whole process of making khinkali in the video below.

Badrijani Nigvzit

This dish can be difficult to pronounce, but you can simply call it eggplant with walnut and everyone will know what you mean. Badrijani Nigvzit is considered finger food and it’s made by frying thin eggplant slices and covering them with a walnut paste. The video below shows the process.

Khachapuri

Khachapuri, or Georgian cheese bread, is a creative dish made using common ingredients. They use different cheeses in different parts of the country, and you’ll probably find traditional khachapuri with sulguni cheese in Tbilisi. YouTube channel Food Wishes will teach you more about it.

The post 3 Must-Try Dishes in Tbilisi, Georgia appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

“I’ve been traveling for almost half a century,” she shared in an interview with Travel Awaits. “My first trip was when I was just a few months old, and I grew up in a travel-loving family,” she further recalled. According to Favelle, learning to love travel was as much a part of her education as learning to walk, read, and write.

But with passion for travel came a hunger for more—quite literally. And so, as time passed, her travels became focused around local cuisines.

Favelle’s blog—aptly named Kavey Eats—has become a place where she can share her tips and tricks. With content ranging from food to travel (and anything in between), her posts include reviews, recipes, and travel recommendations.

Together with her husband Pete, the many countries the two have visited include Argentina, Botswana, the Falkland Islands, and even Antarctica.

“We love independent travel focused on culture and food,” stressed Favelle. “That’s echoed in my blog content, where I publish detail-rich articles with a strong focus on seeking out the best life experiences. I love to write about culture, cuisine and history as well as what to see, what to do, and where to stay.”

But with the recent pandemic, her posts are now focused on home-life, with relevant recommendations and recipes.

“The idea of travel takes on a whole new meaning in the world of COVID-19,” wrote Favelle in a recent post. “Now, the idea of just travelling across London to see my sister, or go to a restaurant, sounds wildly exciting; I wait in anticipation for that day. Small things that I took for granted, which I cannot do at the moment, remind me how much we need the sense of adventure and discovery that ‘travel’ gives us—and the anticipation of those things! In the routine of your own space it is hard to find those moments.”

Her blog and accompanying Instagram page will provide you with some comfort food in the meanwhile.

The post Whether Traveling Or Staying Home—Kavey Eats Provides Comfort Food appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

When traveling, food doesn’t just provide us substance—it gives us a sense of meaning, and connects us to local cultures and mythologies.

“One of the ways we learn about a place is through food, so that is a large focus when we travel,” explain the Rudds on their website. “But we also enjoy getting to know the culture, so we will share what we learn—real food, real people, and real travel stories.”

Describing themselves as avid travelers who enjoy slow travel, their well-planned vacations have an added educational value—which they hope to pass onto their readers. Slow traveling also means that they get to study local cuisines in-depth, which makes their website a helpful resource when visiting a place for the first time.

“You are encouraged to approach it as you own virtual vacation,” write the Rudds. “Learn about the place, the culture, the people, the food. Think whether it is a place you might want to visit and what would be involved. Cook along with us at home, all the recipes for the month will be the same cuisine—but a mix of breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts, and salads. Enough so that you can find something to try.”

Recent guides include Greece, the Greek Islands and Cyprus, which provides readers with classic Greek recipes such as slow-cooked leg of lamb and easy Greek rice pudding on the stovetop. Just scrolling through their website, makes our mouths water. Visit their website for more info.

The post Explore Foreign Cuisines with “Compass & Fork” appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Food and travel blogger Janine Thomas understands the importance of a good meal when traveling abroad. “I am not sure which I love more—food or travelling,” she writes on her website. “When you put them together it is a marriage made in heaven.”

Her blog includes city guides, travel tips, and resources dictated by her many food experiences. Those include guides to Middle Eastern Spices and 15 Dishes You Have to Try when visiting France.

One country that Thomas admires in particular for its tasty cuisine is Vietnam. “There are still French influences to be found like in the classics like Bánh mì, which is a crispy baguette filled with delicious pate, roasted meat and crunchy fresh salad,” she explained in an interview with Travel Awaits. “Each bite is heavenly. Another favorite is Vietnamese spring rolls, with a lattice like rice paper wrapper, deep fried to puff up, surrounding a taste explosion inside. Yum!”

And while we might not board a plane for some time now, Thomas’ blog and Instagram page provide resources for our travels to come. In the meanwhile, you might find us cooking up something good in the kitchen…

The post Plan Your Next Vacation with Janine Thomas’ Gastro Travelogues appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Open seven days per week from 9 am to 10 pm (11 am to 8 pm on Sundays), this former Sears catalog facility has been transformed into one of America’s best urban markets, with its food hall being its central attraction.

Located at 675 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE in Atlanta’s Old Fourth Ward, this new venture was opened in 2014 and has done nothing but cause food lovers to fall in love ever since.

Southern roots mix with international and creative influences to create a food market that offers up bakeries, Italian shops, and joints to find classic southern soul food in an eclectic, vogue old-fashioned environment.

Hop’s fried chicken, Five Daughters’ Bakery’s doughnuts, and 18.21 Bitters’ cocktails are some of the best spots that you can check out at Ponce City Market, which truly has options for anyone, no matter what mood you might be in!

So, if you’re a foodie and you’re going to be in Atlanta at any point in the future, make sure you stop at Ponce City Market at least once!

The post Atlanta’s Ponce City Market is a Foodie Paradise appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Did you know, for instance, that the Basque Country is the home of the most Michelin-starred restaurants per capita of any region on Earth? It’s true, as the Basque Country features 19 restaurants with a combined total of 28 stars in a region with just over 3 million inhabitants.

Some of the world’s most famous chefs and restaurants, such as Juan Mari Arzak and his namesake restaurant and Karlos Arguiñano have reinvented Basque food for a new generation, using its high-quality raw materials to make astonishing dishes.

Basque Cuisine features a relatively even mix of meat and seafood when it comes to protein. Bordering the Bay of Biscay, plenty of delicious seafoods like cod and eel are pulled from the waters.

The Basques also have a proud tradition of raising high-quality meat using sustainable agriculture and free-range methods to make some of Europe’s highest-quality beef and pork products.

Don’t sleep on Basque agriculture, either! Basque wine, known as txakoli, is gaining popularity as a slightly sparkling, light white variety that pairs great with seafood. Other products, such as mushrooms and spinach, are also produced with great success here.

So, if you are a foodie, you might want to start planning a trip to the Basque Country as soon as possible to experience all of the marvelous food that it has to offer!

The post The Basque Country is the World’s Most Underrated Foodie Destination appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Mumbai, India’s second-most-populous city and the home of the Bollywood industry, is a fascinating place to visit, smell, and taste. Visitors to this massive metropolis won’t only find places to see and things to do, but they’ll also see that Mumbai’s gastronomical scene is rich and diverse.

Street food is a massive part of Mumbai’s gastronomic culture, providing cheap, portable, and fast food options to all of the city’s residents. Want to feel like a real Mumbai native on your next trip to the city? Be sure to check out these street foods.

Bhelpuri

Bhelpuri is arguably Mumbai’s most widely-available and popular street food. Puffed rice and vegetables, such as tomatoes and chilis, are tossed in a slightly sweet and sour tamarind sauce. Vendors often put their own spin on this dish, making it super spicy or even a little sweet.

Panipuri

Puris, which are deep-fried pieces of unleavened bread, are hugely popular throughout the Indian subcontinent. Panipuri, a stuffed version of this bread, is also beloved here, and Mumbai is no exception. The Mumbai version is often filled with mung beans or chickpeas and then dipped in a green or sweet chutney.

Kulfi

Looking to cool down from the Mumbai heat with something sweet? Kulfi, a traditional Indian preparation of ice cream, is a great option that you can find street vendors selling. One of Mumbai’s most popular flavors is the mango kulfi. Yum!

The post Must-Try Street Foods in Mumbai appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Have an upcoming trip to Amsterdam on your agenda? Be sure to seek out these delicious street snacks.

Raw Herring

While it might seem strange and a little stomach-turning at first, you absolutely have to get a plate of raw herring to try while in Amsterdam. Eaten with a toothpick and topped with chopped onions and pickles, you’ll be surprised at just how good this Dutch snack tastes.

Frikandel

After American troops spent time in the Netherlands during World War II, the Dutch took the classic American hot dog and made their own version of it, called frikandel. Now, it’s enjoyed throughout the country and is readily available as a cheap, filling Amsterdam street food.

Stroopwafel

Looking for something sweet to enjoy along with a coffee to keep you going during a long day of sightseeing? Try a stroopwafel, a traditional Dutch cookie that consists of two thin layers of baked dough that are filled with a caramel paste.

The post Street Foods to Savor in Amsterdam appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Khinkali

Khinkali falls somewhere between Chinese soup dumplings, ravioli, and Russian pelmeni. The “dumplings” are made with flour and water and stuffed with various fillings before being boiled. See the whole process of making khinkali in the video below.

Badrijani Nigvzit

This dish can be difficult to pronounce, but you can simply call it eggplant with walnut and everyone will know what you mean. Badrijani Nigvzit is considered finger food and it’s made by frying thin eggplant slices and covering them with a walnut paste. The video below shows the process.

Khachapuri

Khachapuri, or Georgian cheese bread, is a creative dish made using common ingredients. They use different cheeses in different parts of the country, and you’ll probably find traditional khachapuri with sulguni cheese in Tbilisi. YouTube channel Food Wishes will teach you more about it.

The post 3 Must-Try Dishes in Tbilisi, Georgia appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.