Some families plan travel around landmarks or attractions. We often plan ours around what we are going to eat.

Food is one of the ways our family connects most deeply to the places we visit. Whether it’s exploring a local market, finding a tiny neighborhood bakery, taking a cooking class together, or sitting down for a long meal after a day of exploring, culinary experiences have become some of the most meaningful parts of our travels.

I love discovering novel ingredients, regional specialties, beautiful restaurants, food traditions, and local experiences that tell the story of a destination. This section shares the places, meals, markets, classes, and culinary discoveries that have shaped our travels — along with recommendations to help other families and travelers create memorable food-centered experiences of their own.