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Destination Eat Drink on Radio MisfitsDestination Eat Drink – Georgian wine with Tommo from Eat This! Food & Wine Tours and Megsy from Food Fun TravelTommo from Eat This! Food & Wine Tours and Megsy from Food Fun Travel are back on the podcast to talk about the 8,000 year history of wine from the country of Georgia! Tommo and Megsy tell Brent about some of the unique wine regions of Georgia, aging wine in clay pots, and a monastery that has been making wine continuously for 1,000 years. Plus, we discuss the irony of Georgia being the oldest wine making place in the world while having one of the world’s youngest winemaking industries. [Ep 303]
Show Notes:
Eat This! Food and Wine Tours2024-09-2037 minDestination Eat Drink on Radio MisfitsDestination Eat Drink – Tbilisi, Georgia with Tommo from Eat This! and Megsy from Food Fun TravelTommo and Megsy are world travelers who have visited almost100 countries. But, several years ago, they set down roots in the country of Georgia and that’s where they’re raising their family and working on spreading the world about the beautiful and fascinating country they call home. They tell Brent about an amazing feast called a Supra, a dumpling eating lesson, and the incredible toasts given by a person called a Tamada. Plus, they’ll talk about a restaurant whose menu is based on a 100 year old cookbook and a bottle of wine at passport control. [Ep 302]
Show...2024-09-1342 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowTbilisi Podcast - Coming May 4th*NEW PODCAST - TBILISI PODCAST*A Show about Life & Travel in Tbilisi and the country of Georgia.We are excited to announce that we are launching a brand new podcast. We've been living and travelling throughout the beautiful country of Georgia and on the 4th May, we will launch the Tbilisi Podcast.Ever thought about visiting or even moving to Tbilisi, or just curious about this up and coming destination? Then this is the show for you! Covering everything a visitor or expat would need to know about Tbilisi & Georgia. It's...2022-05-0302 min
The Dish Food Travel Show66 Naan Bread & The Balti TriangleIn this Episode:
The history of Naan bread from humble origins to the royal courts of north India and beyond
PLUS We get lost in the Balti Triangle!
Visit https://foodfuntravel.com/thedish for more foodie content!
2020-11-0239 min
The Dish Food Travel Show65 Baguettes Bigger Than People?In This Episode:
The history of France’s most famous bread, the Baguette
Napoleon’s pocket bread.
Was the first baguette bigger than a person?
More about this podcast on our blog https://foodfuntravel.com/thedish
2020-10-1932 minThe Dish Food Travel ShowBEST OF: What To Eat In MongoliaIn This Episode:
After a month spent in Mongolia, we discuss their most important cultural dishes
Mongolian food is based on “white food” and “red food” we explain what that is and why they have those classifications
Plus, Is Mongolia’s most famous dish around the world really a Mongolian dish at all?
DISCLAIMER: This Episode contains talk of some unusual food (offal etc.) If you are squeamish about graphic discussion of animal parts you may want to listen to alternative episodes.
During Megsy's Maternity leave, we are re-broadcasting a few of our favorite episodes. New Episodes com...2020-10-0552 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowBEST OF: Greek Island Hopping Cuisine1 Year on from our 2019 Greek Island Hopping trip, this podcast talks about all the food we ate on our first island hopping trip back in 2018.
In This Episode…
What are the essential dishes to try in the Greek Islands
We discuss highlights from our trip Greek Island hopping in the Aegean. Taking a small luxury yacht between hidden coves and quaint Greek waterfront villages, swimming in crystal blue water straight off the boat and sleeping under the stars.
Cooking classes and being cooked for on the boat. Our captain was also a trained chef which made the whole isl...2020-09-211h 11
The Dish Food Travel ShowBEST OF: History Of Apple Cider (England)In This Episode:
The 50 million year story of apples - How almost every apple we eat today originates from one apple variety from Central Asia.
The origin of cider - who invented it? And when?
Commercial Cider vs. Craft Cider - what to look out for.
The story of Johnny Appleseed and cider in the USA.
Plus, We visit Bristol, UK, to taste some truly rustic cider, straight from the farm
FULL SHOW NOTES AT: https://foodfuntravel.com/ciderpodcast/
During Megsy's Maternity leave, we are re-broadcasting a few of our favorite episodes. New Episodes c...2020-09-071h 10The Dish Food Travel Show64 Fajitas & The Fajita ThiefIn this episode:
The origin of Fajitas
Who popularized them, and how
PLUS The Fajita Thief - How one man stole over $1.2M of Fajitas!
Read more on culinary travel at https://foodfuntravel.com
2020-08-2429 minThe Dish Food Travel Show63 Afternoon Tea vs High TeaIn this Episode:
Afternoon tea vs. high tea: What’s the difference?
Who invented them?
And how rich do you have to be to enjoy one? We play posh or peasant!
Visit our food travel blog at https://foodfuntravel.com
Support the show at https://foodfuntravel.com/extras/
2020-08-1027 min
The Dish Food Travel Show62 CheesecakeIn This Episode:
Cheesecake - is it a cake?
Who invented cheesecake?
What’s so special about New York Cheesecake?
Plus, what’s the weirdest cheesecake ever made?
Support our podcast at foodfuntravel.com/extras2020-07-2735 min
The Dish Food Travel Show61 Georgia (Europe) Wine Stories 1: Drinking From The QvevriJoin our Georgian Wine Virtual tasting (USA) with the winemaker - August 2nd 2020 (more events coming in the future too) https://georgianfoodandwineclub.com - Pre-register now - artisan bio wines direct to your door in the USA
In This Episode:
* A brief introduction to Georgian Natural wines - That’s Georgia the country, not the state
* Drinking fresh wine direct from the qvevri - the clay vessel it was fermented and then aged in.
* Plus, Drinking wine at a private knife museum at someone’s house!
Book a food & wine tour with Tommo: https...2020-07-1444 minThe Dish Food Travel Show60 Barcelona: What To Eat Off The Tourist TrailIn This Episode:
We interview Owen From Devour Tours Barcelona about his favourite off the beaten track Catalan dishes you can discover in Barcelona.
Which neighbourhoods to visit, and how to eat there like a local
Plus - What not to eat, a few specific food that will not excite your tastebuds
Devour Tours Barcelona: https://devourtours.com
Restaurants Mentiones in Gracia Neighbourhood:
Llar de Fok
Cal Bote
Support this podcast by donating as little as $1.50 per month at https://foodfuntravel.com/extras
Read more on our food travel blog at https://foodfuntravel.com/2020-06-2953 min
The Dish Food Travel Show59 CoffeeThe origin of the world's most popular beverage. Where did coffee come from? Discover the myths and legends of Coffee's entrance into international fame.
For more articles and podcasts, head to https://foodfunttravel.com/thedish/
2020-06-1529 min
The Dish Food Travel Show58 Buffalo Wings: Do Buffalos have secret tiny wings? No, no they don't.IN THIS EPISODE:
The story of one of America’s favourite foods - Buffalo Wings
When and where were they invented - was it actually in Buffalo?
Plus, Other reasons to visit Buffalo…
Support The Dish at https://foodfuntravel.com/extras/
2020-06-0134 min
The Dish Food Travel Show57 Fish & Chips & French FriesIn This Episode:
The origin story of chips (French Fries)
How Fish & Chips became a perfect pairing
Who opened the first Fish & Chip shop in England?
Support our podcast by becoming a patron at https://foodfuntravel.com/extras
Visit our blog https://foodfuntravel.com for more articles on culinary travel.
2020-05-1851 minThe Dish Food Travel Show56 Calamari: Deep Fried Squid Rings, Or Are They?In this episode:
Is calamari and squid the same thing? And what about cuttlefish?! We settle the online confusion of what calamari really is.
The history of deep fried calamari rings as a dish
Plus, fact or fiction - is cheap commercial frozen calamari sometimes made from pig rectum instead of seafood?
Please support the show by sponsoring us from just $1.50 per month at https://foodfuntravel.com/extras/
2020-05-0351 min
Travel with Amateur Traveler PodcastTravel to Tbilisi and Eastern GeorgiaHear about travel to Tbilisi and the eastern part of the Republic of Georgia as the Amateur Traveler talks to Tommo & Megsy from FoodFunTravel.com who have settled in Georgia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-05-021h 12The Dish Food Travel Show55 Live Show @ Spotify HQ Stockholm: (Talking Rome, Madrid, Seville, Barcelona and more)Live recording of THE DISH at Spotify HQ christmas party in Stockholm, Sweden - December 2019.
In this episode:
Destinations: What to eat in Rome, Madrid, Seville, Barcelona.
Food: Carbonara, tapas and more!
Thanks again to Spotify for flying us into stockholm to perform and record live!
We are available for more live shows - contact us: megsy@foodfuntravel
2020-04-2041 min
The Dish Food Travel Show54 Bánh mì - History Of The Vietnamese SandwichIn This Episode:
The history of Vietnam’s most famous sandwich
How much influence did the French actually have on Bánh mì?
Plus, a round up of Vietnamese history that led to the invention of Bánh mì.
Banh Mi Hoa Ma - Possibly the original Banh mi place in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City)
2020-04-0635 minThe Dish Food Travel Show53 Lithuania II: What To Eat & Drink In VilniusIn This Episode:
* Traditional dishes of Lithuania that you can try in the capital, Vilnius
* Adopted dishes that have become local favourites
* Plus, history of a very spiky national cake
Get the full list of dishes from Lithuania, and photos at https://foodfuntravel.com/lithuaniapodcast/
2020-03-2359 minThe Dish Food Travel Show52 Lithuanian I: What To Eat. Food History & Potato Fever (inc. Cepelinais)In This Episode:
A brief history of Lithuania & its culinary landscape
Lithuanian potato culture - from fear to obsession
Plus, some essential potato dishes to eat in Lithuania
More info and the full list of dishes at https://foodfuntravel.com/lithuaniapodcast/
2020-03-0959 min
The Dish Food Travel Show51 Dream Menu IIWe create our dream menus (Part 2) - A four course meal made up of the best dishes we've ever eaten after traveling to 95 countries. In Part 2 Mains & Desserts.
See photos and the full list at https://foodfuntravel.com/dreammenupodcast/
Our dream menu special - celebrating reaching our 50th/51st episode of The Dish podcast, is a homage to one of our favourite food comedy podcasts, Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster. On their show, they are joined each week by a different guest who describes their own dream menu, made up of whatever di...2020-02-241h 02
The Dish Food Travel Show50 Dream Menu IWe create our dream menus - A four course meal made up of the best dishes we've ever eaten after traveling to 95 countries.
Our dream menu special - celebrating reaching our 50th episode of The Dish podcast, is a homage to one of our favourite food comedy podcasts, Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster. On their show, they are joined each week by a different guest who describes their own dream menu, made up of whatever dishes they want from their life and from around the globe, brought to them in an imaginary way by...2020-02-101h 05
The Dish Food Travel Show49 Pavlova (Australia vs New Zealand)In This Episode:
* History Of The Pavlova - One of Australia & New Zealand’s favourite desserts
* We try to settle the 100 year old debate of who invented it, AUS or NZ?
* Plus, was the first Pavlova made with frog’s legs, rather than fruit?
Read more stories about food and culinary travel on our blog: https://foodfuntravel.com
2020-01-2723 minThe Dish Food Travel Show48 Piri Piri ChickenIN THIS EPISODE:
The story of piri piri chicken, what is piri piri sauce and where did it come from?
Plus, a short history of Nandos, the international piri piri chicken chain restaurant.
Partial Transcript at https://foodfuntravel.com/history-of-piri-piri-chicken/
The history of piri piri chicken, one of the world's most popular spicy grilled chicken dishes. From its origins, to modern chain restaurant success as part of the Nando's restaurant chain.
Who invented the original piri piri sauce? And how did that become piri piri chicken and part of an international craze. Plus, the be...2020-01-1343 minThe Dish Food Travel Show47 History Of Christmas Dinner IIIn Part 2 Of This Christmas Dinner Double Episode:
What’s on your christmas table? We talk about the what and why of popular christmas dinner dishes
Brussels sprouts. Why did this evil invade Christmas?
Plus, fun Christmas dinner facts from around the world.
Read More at https://foodfuntravel.com/christmasdinnerpodcast/
2019-12-3028 min
The Dish Food Travel Show46 History Of Christmas Dinner IIn Part 1 Of This Christmas Dinner Double Episode:
The origin of Christmas dinner
Why turkey & cranberry sauce at Christmas?
Read More at https://foodfuntravel.com/christmasdinnerpodcast/
2019-12-1636 minThe Dish Food Travel Show45 Goa, India: What To EatIn This Episode:
What Is Goan Cuisine? We talk about the stories of some of the best dishes to try.
A rich layered dessert with a Portuguese - Goan story behind it.
Plus, Goa’s favourite hooch - Feni
Find more dishes and photos in our full article: https://foodfuntravel.com/goapodcast
2019-12-0244 minThe Dish Food Travel Show44 Strange Food II: Balut (Philippines)IN THIS EPISODE:
The weird and wonderful world of Balut - Fertilized boiled eggs
The history of Balut
Plus we eat it in the Philippines. But, is it more nutritious than a regular boiled egg?
One of the philippines' most popular streetfoods. DISCLAIMER: This is a strange food with graphic descriptions of animal parts and embryos that some listeners may find upsetting.
Watch the video of us eating Balut for the first time: https://foodfuntravel.com/balutpodcast
2019-11-1846 minThe Dish Food Travel Show43 Worcestershire SauceIn This Episode:
The history of one of the world’s most famous condiments
We debunk the origin myth surrounding the original recipe for Worcestershire Sauce
PLUS, Almost 200 years of history, Worcester Sauce From Inception to now
Visit our blog to read more about famous foods from around the world: https://foodfuntravel.com2019-11-0426 min
The Dish Food Travel Show42 CouscousIN THIS EPISODE:
* What exactly is couscous? The surprising story of how its made and what it's made of.
* The history of couscous and Israeli couscous - Plus many other types of Couscous.
* Plus, the Couscous debate, is it pasta or not?
Find the companion article to this podcast at https://foodfuntravel.com/couscouspodcast
2019-10-2157 minThe Dish Food Travel Show41 Tapas III - Pintxos, Montaditos & Our Top 10 Tapas Dishes RevealedIn the third Part Of Our Tapas Feature triple episode:
Tapas or not? We discover other small plate dishes from Spain - Pintxos (Pinchos), montaditos and more.
The story of Pa amb tomàquet (Catalunya’s simplest tapas dish)
PLUS our top 10 favourite ever Spanish tapas dishes and where we ate them.
Read the full article at https://foodfuntravel.com/tapaspodcast 2019-10-0751 min
The Dish Food Travel Show40 Tapas II - Famous Spanish Tapas (Patatas Bravas, Albondigas, Croquetas, Gazpacho)In the Second Part Of Our Tapas Feature triple episode:
The history of 4 of the most famous and historic tapas dishes:
Gazpacho soup, Albondigas (Spanish meatballs) Patatas Bravas (Chunky potatoes with spicy sauce) and Croquetas (Spanish croquettes)
Read the full article at https://foodfuntravel.com/tapaspodcast 2019-09-2343 minThe Dish Food Travel Show39 Tapas I - History & Origin Of Spanish TapasIn the first part of this triple Episode:
The many theories on the origin of Spanish Tapas - 8 different origin stories!
Plus, What were the very first tapas dishes?
Read the full article at https://foodfuntravel.com/tapaspodcast
2019-09-0939 min
The Dish Food Travel Show38 Mongolia: What To Eat (Inc. Buuz)In This Episode:
After a month spent in Mongolia, we discuss their most important cultural dishes
Mongolian food is based on “white food” and “red food” we explain what that is and why they have those classifications
Plus, Is Mongolia’s most famous dish around the world really a Mongolian dish at all?
DISCLAIMER: This Episode contains talk of some unusual food (offal etc.) If you are squeamish about graphic discussion of animal parts you may want to listen to alternative episodes.
Full Mongolia Food Article at: https://foodfuntravel.com/mongoliapodcast/
2019-08-2652 min
The Dish Food Travel Show37 Vermouth & Martini CocktailsIn This Episode:
The history of Vermouth - the fortified wine that James Bond couldn’t do without in his vodka Martinis
We discuss the history modern vermouth, it’s ancient predecessor and it’s arrival into the cocktail industry.
And we chat about artisanal Vermouth in Madrid, Spain. Get more info about what to eat and drink in Madrid with our full article: https://foodfuntravel.com/madridpodcast/2019-08-1243 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E26 Madrid: What To Eat (inc. Spanish Omelette history)In This Episode:
We visit Madrid, The capital of Spain
We explain the unexpectedly controversial history of Spanish omelette
Learn why Madrid’s famous stew, Cocido, originally had no pork but today can have up to 8 or 9 cuts of pork in each dish.
Plus, Flamenco meets Haute cuisine. We taste food from a Michelin star chef while watching Spain’s most emotive dance style.
Read The Full Article: 25+ Things To Eat In Madrid https://foodfuntravel.com/madridpodcast/
2019-07-2955 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E25 Club SandwichIn This Episode:
The story behind one of the world’s most famous sandwiches - The Club Sandwich
The Club sandwich ingredients debate? Double decker, triple decker, ham or bacon? Egg or no egg?
Plus, we discuss 2 of the weirdest club sandwiches we found in Asia.
2019-07-2232 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E24 Rome: What To Eat (inc. Carbonara History)In this episode:
What To eat in Rome - Pizzas, pastas and rice - it’s going to be a carb fest!
The history of carbonara: it’s quite different from what you’d expect
Plus, a little deep fried street snack with a built in surprise.
Full Article 20+ things to eat in Rome: https://foodfuntravel.com/romepodcast
2019-07-1555 min
Comes With BaggageJust Put It In Your Mouth ft. Tommo and Megsy from Food Fun TravelNot sure about you guys but we think that eating and drinking is one of the best ways to experience a new destination. So when we decided to do an episode about great (and gross) food from around the world, it was no question that the best people to ask were the culinary tourism experts from Food Fun Travel - Tommo and Megsy! In this episode you will learn some of the best meals they have had, what countries they have had them in, how to find the most authentic and delicious feasts while abroad, and then some surprising stories...2019-07-091h 23
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E23 Deep Fried Tarantulas in Cambodia (Strange Food 1)In This Episode:
Tommo eats tarantula in Cambodia
How to cook and eat tarantula
The history of eating tarantula and why it’s still eaten today
Full Article and video at http://foodfuntravel.com/tarantulapodcast
2019-07-0833 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E22 Egg Custard Tarts History (Pasteis de Nata): Portugal vs The WorldIn This Episode:
Pastéis de Nata - Egg custard tarts - are they Portuguese in origin, or were they first invented elsewhere?
Why the Portuguese egg tart is the culinary symbol of Macau, and the surprising story behind how it got there.
Plus where can you eat the tastiest egg tarts? After a lot of testing, we think we’ve found them.
Find the full article at https://foodfuntravel.com/eggtartspodcast.com
2019-07-0148 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowIntroducing: Girls Talk TravelInspiration, motivation and practical information for today’s travelling woman.
Join your hosts Megsy from The Dish (Food and Travel Show) and Alice from Teacake Travels for the Girls Talk Travel weekly podcast, as they chat with women who have (trust us) been there and done that!
Megsy & Alice tackle some of the everyday concerns female travellers have while exploring this amazing world of ours. From the first stages of building confidence to actually buying a plane ticket, to telling your family and friends. They'll be guiding you through your travel journey and talking about the things that can happen al...2019-06-3002 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E21 Lisbon: What To Eat (Inc. History of Bacalhau & Bifana)In This Episode - Stories About The Best Food To Eat In Lisbon, Portugal:
Fishy history - the surprising story of how cod became one of Portugal’s national dishes
Porky power - The Portuguese sandwich that locals can’t seem to get enough of
Plus, the Lisbon liqueur that left our shoes sticking to the sidewalk.
Get the full article with 35+ dishes to discover in Lisbon at https://foodfuntravel.com/lisbonpodcast/
2019-06-2457 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E20 Bulgaria Part 2: What To Eat Inc. BanitsaIn part 2 of this Bulgarian cuisine double episode:
* Bulgaria’s National Pastry - Banitsa
* We chat to Vasil From Bulgaria Wine tours about some very traditional Bulgarian main courses
* A 100% Bulgarian dish from the Rhodope mountains.
* PLUS, Megys’s favourite Bulgarian drink - but should you be mixing it with milk?
Full article with 50+ Bulgarian dishes to try, at https://foodfuntravel.com/bulgariapodcast
2019-06-1740 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E19 Bulgaria Part 1: What To Eat, inc. History Of Shopska SaladIn part 1 of this double episode:
* The foundations of traditional Bulgarian cuisine - the flavors that make their dishes taste uniquely Bulgarian
* The history of Bulgaria’s National Dish: The Shopska salad
* Plus, The best soups, salads and dip in Bulgarian cuisine
Our full article on Bulgarian cuisine can be found at https://foodfuntravel.com/bulgariapodcast/
2019-06-1040 min
Nomadtopia Radio: Digital Nomad and Expat LifestyleTommo and Megsy: Food Fun TravelHaving spent much of the past six years being fully nomadic, Tommo and Megsy are now more focused on the freedom of location independence to have a home base, travel when they want, and avoid winter. In this episode we talk about their challenges finding income streams that worked for them, food as inspiration to travel, and lots more. In This Episode Getting started as nomads Challenges of finding location-independent income streams that work for them Food as inspiration as travel Their “rules” for staying healthy while trying local food Settling down in Portugal And s...2019-06-0532 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E18 PopcornIn This Episode:
* The history of popcorn from the ancient americas to today
* The modern rise of popcorn and why it became a top movie theatre snack
* We ask, Why does corn pop?
* Plus, crazy popcorn facts!
2019-06-0325 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E17 Feta Cheese vs Bulgarian Sirene Cheese (History Of Brined White Cheese)In this episode:
* Greek Feta Cheese vs. Bulgarian Sirene Cheese vs Romanian Telmea and other white cheeses. Which was the original brined white cheese?
* We discuss the ancient history of Feta style cheese from the balkan region.
* Should the EU have made Feta cheese a Greek only designated origin product?
* We explain the origin of the name “Feta”.
* Plus, How Canada may have got it right when it comes to Feta cheese…
Show notes for this episode at https://foodfuntravel.com/fetapodcast
2019-05-2754 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E16 Roaming Degustation Colombo, Sri Lanka (Food Travel Stories)In this episode:
* We Take a one-of-a-kind roaming degustation (multi venue tasting menu) in Colombo, Sri Lanka, with an Asia’s Top 50 Restaurateur, Dharshan Munidasa.
* We visit one of his Asia Top 50 restaurant, Ministry Of Crab
* Plus, we try traditional Japanese with a Sri Lankan twist, and contemporary fine dining versions of traditional Sri Lankan street food.
This is part of our new food travel stories series - where we talk about unique food experiences around the world.
Full article at https://foodfuntravel.com/colombopodcast
2019-05-2039 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E15 Hamburgers II - A History (Part 2 - Who Invented American Hamburgers?)In This Hamburger Double Episode:
* How American Is The Hamburger? We discuss the origin or ground (minced) meat & meat patties
* The creation of first custom buns designed specifically to be used for hamburgers.
* Also, the battle over who really invented the modern hamburger - The stories and legends of the main contenders.
* Plus, Random hamburger facts and records that amused us.
Show Notes at https://foodfuntravel.com/hamburgerpodcast
2019-05-1345 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E14 Hamburgers - A History (Part 1: How American Is The Hamburger?)In This Hamburger Double Episode:
* How American Is The Hamburger? We discuss the origin or ground (minced) meat & meat patties
* The creation of first custom buns designed specifically to be used for hamburgers.
* Also, the battle over who really invented the modern hamburger - The stories and legends of the main contenders.
* Plus, Random hamburger facts and records that amused us.
Show Notes at https://foodfuntravel.com/hamburgerpodcast
2019-05-0633 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E13 Belize: What To Eat (inc. History Of Rice & Beans)In This Episode:
* We discuss the most important cultural dishes in Belize.
* We ask “Beans And Rice” or “Rice And Beans”?
* Rock Lobster!
* We discover the unhealthiest, yet tastiest breakfast food in the world.
* Plus, The Royal Rat. Is Belize’s famous rodent fit for a queen?
Full show notes and more dishes to eat in San Pedro, Belize (and where to eat!) at https://foodfuntravel.com/belizepodcast
2019-04-2936 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E12 North India: Kolkata Street Food & Amritsar Paratha (Our Food Travel Stories)In This Episode:
* We begin our new personal food travel stories series - With a visit to North India where we discover not just new foods but unique ways they are cooked
* We discuss our first Indian street food experience in Kolkata
* Plus, we eat our favourite ever buttery indian flat bread in the city of Amritsar, close to the Pakistan border
2019-04-2240 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E11 Mallorca, Spain: What To Eat (inc. History of Ensaimada)In This Episode:
* Sobrassada - The regionally protected Mallorcan sausage that’s very different from chorizo. But why are they all different sizes? It’s nothing to do with commercialism, it’s actually a food science thing…
* Also, Ensaimada: An epically flaky, geographically protected pastry - We explain how Mallorca’s calorifically delicious dessert is made so light using an unexpected secret ingredient
* Plus Mallorcan Cabbage rolls - and the nifty secret to making the perfect cabbage roll
Show Notes And Our Full Guide to 33 Mallorcan foods at https://foodfuntravel.com/mallorcapodcast/
2019-04-1556 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E10 Story Of The Daiquiri (Cuban Cocktail)In This Episode:
* The Daiquiri - historic plantation drink, or early 20th century USA-Cuban fusion invention?
* PLUS, Hemingway - was he a Daiquiri or Mojito man?
Full Article On Cuban Drinks at https://foodfuntravel.com/cubandrinks
2019-04-0831 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E9 The Mojito: A Tale Of Rum, Pirates & Plantations in CubaIn This Episode:
* Did British privateers invent the Mojito? We investigate the historic origins of Cuba’s famous cocktail…
* PLUS has the Havana bar scene re-written mojito history to make more money?
Full Article on Cuban Drinks & Cocktails Here: http://foodfuntravel.com/cubandrinks
2019-04-0126 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E8 Havana & Cuba: What To Eat & A Culinary History Of Cuba's National DishIn This Cuban/Havana Cuisine Podcast:
The Cultural History Of Cuban Cuisine
Cuba’s National Dish… Is not the Cuban Sandwich. What is it? And why is it called “old clothes”?
PLUS A pre-hispanic ancient Cuban dish…
Notes from this episode and learn what else to eat in Cuba at https://foodfuntravel.com/cubapodcast
2019-03-2549 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E7 Bali (Indonesia): What to eat. Satay, Nasi Kampur and more!What are the essential Balinese condiments, spices & fruits?
Nasi Kampur - It’s almost like a Balinese tapas buffet
The short story of satay (or sate)
Why they eat more duck than chicken in Ubud, Bali.
Plus, A jet black dessert that rocked our tastebuds…
More On Balinese Food (Where to eat & What to Eat) at: https://foodfuntravel.com/balipodcast/
QUOTES:
"People assume that “satay” just refers to the “spicy peanut sauce” but the word actually refers more to the skewered meat."
"In Ubud, Bali, Duck is more popular than chicken or pork because ducks live in the numerous ric...2019-03-1852 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E6 What To Eat In Corfu, Greece (& The History Of Pastitsada)
Famous Corfiot dishes & Ingredients. We discuss the stories of the most important local foods.
Venetian-Greek fusion cuisine. How Venetian rule and the spice trade created a unique Greek island cuisine not present in other parts of the country.
The lost art of Corfiot cooking. How the tourist boom destroyed local culinary tradition and how one woman has been trying to revive Corfu’s most historic dishes.
PLUS: Food Made With Wine! Will we actually find any traditional Corfiot food that is not cooked with booze in it? Tune in to find out.
Full Article at https://foodfuntravel.com/corfupod...2019-03-111h 09
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E5 History Of The Cuban Sandwich - Is It Cuban or Cuban-American?Is the Cuban sandwich truly Cuban? Or a Cuban-American Fusion Dish?
What makes a proper Cuban sandwich more than just a pork sandwich?
Plus, salami or no salami? The Tampa vs. Miami debate.
Check out the show notes at https://foodfuntravel.com/cubansandwich
For our full guide to Cuban Food in Havana check out https://foodfuntravel.com/cubapodcast/
2019-03-0421 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E4 Cider (Hard Cider): From Apples To Alcohol, A 50M Year Story
The 50 million year story of apples - How almost every apple we eat today originates from one apple variety from Central Asia.
The origin of cider - who invented it? And when?
Commercial Cider vs. Craft Cider - what to look out for.
The story of Johnny Appleseed and cider in the USA.
Plus, We visit Bristol, UK, to taste some truly rustic cider, straight from the farm
FULL SHOW NOTES AT: https://foodfuntravel.com/ciderpodcast/
QUOTES:
“Apples: There are some 55 different species of apple trees, yet all 7,500 types of modern culinary apple come fr...2019-02-251h 10
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E3 What To Eat In Romania (& Bucharest) * Ancient Foods Of Romania - 2 dishes that have probably been made in the region for at least 2,000 years and are still hugely popular today.
* What To eat in Romania - our top picks for must try foods when you visit Romania
* We head out to the farm to try an authentic Romanian pork dish that honours the sacrifice of the pig
* Plus a Romanian dessert that will make your tastebuds sing with joy!
Full show notes @ https://www.foodfuntravel.com/romaniapodcast
The full article includes more than 40 foods and drinks to try in R...2019-02-181h 04
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E2 What To Eat Greek Island Hopping (Our Sun Fun You Voyage)Want to Join us Greek Island Hopping again in September 2019? - email megsy@foodfuntravel.com
In This Episode…
What are the essential dishes to try in the Greek Islands
We discuss highlights from our trip Greek Island hopping in the Aegean. Taking a small luxury yacht between hidden coves and quaint Greek waterfront villages, swimming in crystal blue water straight off the boat and sleeping under the stars.
Cooking classes and being cooked for on the boat. Our captain was also a trained chef which made the whole island hopping experience even more of a foodie trip.
Ouzo vs Raki, what...2019-02-111h 11
The Dish Food Travel ShowS2E1 Lasagne: The Story Of Layered, Baked PastaIn This Episode:
Who invented the Lasagne, and when?
Was it even the Italians, or did Greece or the UK invent it first?
The controversy over the first written recipe for Lasagna
PLUS, a local rivalry, who’s Lasagna is the best!
The companion article for this episode will be available once it goes on public release at https://foodfuntravel.com/lasagnepodcast2019-02-0439 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS1E10 What to eat in Bologna & Emilia Romagna (Italy)
In This Episode:
4 of the superstar Ingredients of world cuisine originate in Emilia Romagna. We Discuss how these ingredients form the base for many of the best dishes in Bologna.
The Story Of Real Italian Tortellini
Why if you order spaghetti Bolognese in Bologna, it won’t be what you expect…
We reveal our favourite Bolognese dish, which is barely known outside of Italy.
Our expert guest Andrea from Taste Bologna Food tours reminisces about some of his favourite Bolognese food experiences
PLUS, a cake made of tagliatelle… only in Italy!
Get the full companion article for this podcast - which fe...2018-08-301h 06
The Dish Food Travel ShowS1E9 Mezcal vs Tequila: The Story Of Mexico's Agave Based SpiritsIn This Mezcal vs Tequila Episode:
Learn the difference between Mezcal vs Tequila
Have you been drinking Mezcal and Tequila all wrong?! Learn the way the pros taste these spirits.
We explore the history of Tequila and the history of Mezcal.
Some Agaves used to make Mezcal can take over 35 years to mature before they are picked. Learn about the fascinating process behind every bottle of Mezcal.
Expert interview with Rafael from Mezcaloteca in Oaxaca https://www.facebook.com/mezcaloteca/
PLUS is Mezcal a wonder drink that will not give you a hangover? Our verdict!
Read th...2018-08-261h 05
The Dish Food Travel ShowS1E8 Georgia 2of2: What to Eat in Tbilisi & The Country of GeorgiaIn Part 2 of This Double Episode On Georgian Cuisine:We delve into our favourite foods from one of our top 5 food destinations, the republic of GeorgiaEpic soup dumplings - Why Georgia’s magical meaty-soup filled “khinkali” have won our heartsHave you eaten epiploon? You may have done so without even knowing. But Gerogia is making an incredible meatball with epiploon that you have to try!7 Other unique Georgian dishes you just won’t eat anywhere elseAnd, How Georgians make use of the left over grapes form wine harvest to make deserts and a spirit that will make your face exp...2018-08-2349 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS1E7 Georgia 1of2: Khachapuri (Georgian Cheese Bread) & How Georgia’s History Shaped Their CuisineIn Part 1 of our Georgian Cuisine Double episode featuring the food of the Country of Georgia and its capital, Tbilisi:We explore how Georgia’s history shaped the unique cuisine they have todayThe evidence that shows Georgia to be the birthplace of wineKhachapuri: The cheesy bread that could rival pizza as the best cheese and bread combo in the world.Was pizza the precursor to this? Or did Georgian Khachapuri have a different origin…Part 1 of 2: Khachapuri (Georgian Cheese Bread) & How Georgia’s History Shaped Their CuisineGet the full com...2018-08-1857 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS1E6 Yucatan, Mexico: Mayan Food history & What To EatThe flavors and history of Yucatan Cuisine from south east Mexico - Think Cancun, the Mayan ruins of chichen itza, playa del carmen, Merida and more.
What is traditional Mayan food? And what is modern Yucatecan fusion cuisine? PLUS a rundown of our favourite must-try dishes from the region.
Get the full show notes, and a list of some of our favourite places to eat in Merida & The Yucatan at https://foodfuntravel.com/mayanfood
2018-06-121h 00
The Dish Food Travel ShowS1E5 History of Kimchi & What To Eat In Seoul, KoreaSeoul, South Korea: The stories behind kimchi and some of our favourite dishes. PLUS, we ask, why are they sending kimchi into space?
ALSO, Whose dish is it anyway? The story of Fried Chicken in South Korea and Tommo tries a dish that’s having second thought about being eaten…
Get the full show notes, and a list of some of our favourite places to eat in Seoul at https://foodfuntravel.com/seoulpodcast
2018-06-051h 05
The Dish Food Travel ShowS1E4 Pad Thai History - The Story Of Thailand's National DishMilitary coups and political propaganda… The surprising origin story of Thailand’s national dish - The Pad Thai
Plus, some of our favourite places in Thailand to eat Pad Thai, and the chance to eat a Pad Thai with a difference…
Get the full show notes, and a list of some of our favourite places to eat in Pad Thai at https://foodfuntravel.com/padthaipodcast - available once this episode is published publically2018-05-2931 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS1E3 Bangkok, Thailand: What To Eat & History of Thai CurryHistory of Thai Curry AND the stories behind some of our favourite dishes in Bangkok, Thailand. We discuss the controversial history of one Thailand’s tastiest curries... PLUS a little adventurous eating of some of Thailand's more unusual high protein street snacks…
Get the full show notes, and a list of some of our favourite places to eat in Bangkok at https://foodfuntravel.com/bangkokpodcast
2018-05-2153 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS1E2 Tacos Part 2 - Fish tacos and how pork shaped taco historyMore Tacos! The history of 3 of Mexico's most popular taco styles
In this Episode:
The mystery and rivalry behind the invention of the modern fish taco
Is one of Mexico's most famous tacos really Mexican at all??
How pork shaped the world of tacos
PLUS: Will Megsy eat the strangest pork taco filling we've ever seen!?
FULL SHOW NOTES:
https://foodfuntravel.com/002
2018-05-1152 min
Indie Travel PodcastFood and travel podcastTrying local food is an important part of travel — not only do you get to try some brand-new flavours, food can also give an insight into the culture of your destination. Listen to our food and travel podcast with Tommo and Megsy.2018-04-0926 min
Indie Travel Podcast (enhanced)Food and travel podcastTrying local food is an important part of travel — not only do you get to try some brand-new flavours, food can also give an insight into the culture of your destination. Listen to our food and travel podcast with Tommo and Megsy.2018-04-0926 min
Indie Travel PodcastFood and travel podcastTrying local food is an important part of travel — not only do you get to try some brand-new flavours, food can also give an insight into the culture of your destination. Listen to our food and travel podcast with Tommo and Megsy.2018-04-0926 minTravel with Amateur Traveler PodcastTravel to Merida and the Yucatan Peninsula of MexicoHear about travel to Merida and the Yucatan Peninsula as the Amateur Traveler talks to Tommo & Megsy from foodfuntravel.com about their recent homebase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2018-04-0757 min
Travel Freedom PodcastNEW PODCAST "The Dish". Ep1: Tacos: Are they really an ancient dish? (Part 1) PilotThe Stories behind Mexico's most famous dish: Tacos. This is the first part of our 2 part pilot release. Get ready for Foodie Info-tainment! "The Dish" is a new food/travel podcast from Tommo & Megsy, in which we explore the stories behind the world's most famous dishes. For more info, head to https://foodfuntravel.com/thedish/ In this episode you will learn: How tacos became a dish - and when. What was the first ever taco style? (We go eat it, live!) A roundup of some of Mexico's tastiest taco styles What was the l...2018-03-0700 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowS1E1 Tacos: Are they really an ancient dish? (Part 1) PilotThe unexpected history of Mexico's most famous dish: Tacos. Featuring Taco Professional & Food Historian, Jeffrey Pilcher (University of Toronto)
This is the first part of our 2 part pilot release.
Get ready for Foodie Info-tainment!
In this episode we head to Mexico... you will learn:
How tacos became a dish - and when.
What was the first ever taco style? (We go eat it, live!)
A roundup of some of Mexico's tastiest taco styles
What was the largest & most expensive taco in the world?
We keep things fun, light and tasty from start to...2018-02-2247 min
The Dish Food Travel ShowThe Dish Season 1 TrailerThe New Podcast From Tommo & Megsy - Exploring the stories behind the world's best dishes. This trailer is a quick teaser about what is coming up in our New Podcast
The Full Season One Release Began in May 2018 and the initial 10 episode release will complete in Septmeber 2018.
Check out https://foodfuntravel.com/thedish for more info
2018-02-1602 minTravel Freedom Podcast014 Rick Calvert: How to succeed in the New Media revolution
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SHOW NOTES: www.5dollarplanet.com/014
In the Rick Calvert episode:
Head honcho for 2 of the largest trade shows in the business: NMX (New Media Expo) and TBEX (Travel Bloggers Exchange), Rick gives us his insider tips on succeeding in the world of new media and cutting through the noise of an overcrowded online space. Feature Topics in this episode:
Why going to conferences is so important for business success
Is new media better than traditional media?
What are TBEX & NMX and why they could benefit you
Why new...2015-03-0900 minTravel with Amateur Traveler PodcastTravel to the Island of Cebu in the PhilippinesHear about travel to the region around Island of Cebu as the Amateur Traveler talks to Tommo & Megsy from fivedollartraveller.com about their vacation in Visayas, the central group of islands in the Philippines. They visited the islands of Bohol, Cebu and Negros. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2015-02-2143 min