A Taste for Travel

Hello friends, Summer’s nearly here☀️, and it’s got me thinking about two things: grilled food and getaway deals! This issue there’s a beer-marinated steak (and salsa) that’ll make Father’s Day sizzle 🔥, a food-focused itinerary in Québec City and green season Mexico travel 🏄 with ocean views, sea turtles and beach walks so good you'll forget you ever had a to-do list. And a big thanks ❤️ to all of you for reading, sharing and supporting us at A Taste for Travel! We were just named a Finalist...

Hello from Canada, where our boat’s almost in the water and the picnic planning is already underway! But we’re still dreaming of tacos and sunshine ☀️ after flying back from Mexico ✈️ for under $190 CAD on an ultra low-cost airline...and honestly? It totally surprised us. Scroll down for the full scoop. This issue is also the perfect time to share one of our favourite Subscriber Perks: 10% discount on Eating Europe’s delicious food tours. If sipping vin santo through Florence at sunset sounds...

Hello from Mexico where the whales 🐋 are headed north and so are we! Yesterday I watched a pod of whales make their way up the Pacific Coast, part of their great migration north. In a few days, we’ll be doing the same—trading 27°C (82°F) sea temperatures at Huatulco's beaches for Lake Ontario’s brisk 🧊 2.5°C (36°F). It's been an incredible few months of unforgettable experiences in Guatemala and Mexico. As we shift into spring, we’re turning our sights to Greece—our top pick for spring...

Hello friends, March can feel like winter just won’t let go—grey skies, chilly winds, and the longing for sunshine. But here’s a little reminder: brighter days are ahead!🌞 March 4th marks International Pancake Day (Shrove Tuesday), a time-honoured tradition of indulging in rich, golden pancakes before Lent begins. In many cultures, pancakes symbolize the return of the sun, making them the perfect way to brighten this lingering winter. Last month in Guatemala, I whipped up a stack of fluffy...

Hello friends, February has arrived! And with Valentine's Day and Mexico's Día de Amor y la Amistad (Day of Love & Friendship) happening February 14th, it's the perfect time to plan some togetherness. For us, after a whirlwind month in Guatemala converting a former corral into a new home (yes, you read that right...we're now sleeping where cows once did!), we’ve landed in Huatulco, surrounded by one of Mexico’s largest protected natural areas. With warm temps, delicious Oaxacan food, and...