Traveling Spoon

16/01/2025

🌴 Calling all food lovers in the Caribbean! 🍴 Traveling Spoon is expanding and looking for passionate hosts to share their culinary skills. Think you’ve got what it takes or know of anyone who would make a great host? Join us and turn your love for food into an unforgettable experience for travelers!

Apply here: www.travelingspoon.com/become-host/new

14/01/2025

Want to eat like a local in Chennai? 🍛🌶️ Our amazing hosts have shared their top picks for the best local spots in the city! From mouthwatering dosas to flavorful biryanis, get ready for an authentic taste of Chennai. 🏙️✨ Tag your foodie friends and explore these hidden gems together!

02/01/2025

🎧 Exciting News! Our Founder & CEO, Aashi Vel, is featured on The Luxury Travelers Podcast! 🌟 Listen now: https://luxetrav.com/podcasts/ep-30-travel-off-the-eaten-path-with-traveling-spoon-and-aashi-vel/

In Episode 30: Travel Off the Eaten Path with Traveling Spoon and Aashi Vel, Aashi shares the inspiring story behind Traveling Spoon and how we’re connecting travelers to authentic culinary and cultural experiences worldwide.

💻 Listen on your favorite platform:
👉Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4d6rR5kHo12GUNLfgMDWln?si=1bd57f2df4974cb7&nd=1&dlsi=e410cd76e2dd4904
👉Apple:
👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60lzTAE4aek

✨ Don’t miss this incredible conversation about food, travel, and creating unforgettable journeys. Dive in and hear Aashi’s insights on the power of cultural connections through food!

🎙️ Thank you to Rodney and the podcast team for having us, and to our listeners for your ongoing support.

01/01/2025

🎉 Starting off the New Year with an incredible review from our guest Marcus for our host Sundari in Chennai! 🌟

⭐️ "Splendid authentic in-home cooking experience"

Had an amazing experience with Sundari and her delightful husband, Krishna. We pre-selected the food we would make and experienced detailed instructions on how to prepare the dishes authentically as well as participating in person in Sundari's kitchen in her home. Needless to say, it was all delicious. Going beyond the call of duty, Sundari took us to her local store to purchase some essential items at local prices - a fraction of the tourist rip-off prices we'd experienced elsewhere with guides, and also gave us a super recommendation for the next day.

🥘 If you’re in Chennai, don’t miss this unforgettable cooking and cultural journey with Traveling Spoon! 🙌

Book now and create your own delicious memories with Sundari: https://travelingspoon.com/hosts/1675-traditional-tamil-brahmin-vegetarian-cooking-in-chennai

30/12/2024

Check out what a recent guest had to say about their Traveling Spoon experience with our newest host in Coachella Valley! Chef Stephen offers a Southwestern cooking class at his home in La Quinta.

"What a great evening with Stephen and his wife Jen! I decided to treat my husband to a fun experience for his birthday and this was such a memorable one. When we arrived there were delicious snacks waiting and Stephen made us a lovely cocktail while sharing his experience and background. Then we learned how to make these amazing lobster quesadillas. While those cooked, we worked on making our own tamales stuffed with a delicious mushroom filling. All the while, Jen his wife, is creating mocktails and sharing conversation in their gorgeous spacious kitchen. It was truly a lovely experience and I would highly recommend it. Also, recommend that Stephen consider a BRUNCH cooking class! I would imagine he’d concoct something absolutely delicious- his experience was long and his knowledge was so deep. Loved it!"

30/11/2024

✨We're in The New York Times!✨

Exciting news! Traveling Spoon is featured in the New York Times' roundup of the best Travel Tuesday deals!

🌎 If you want to connect with locals and explore the world through authentic food experiences, now is the perfect time. Enjoy a private cooking class, savor a market tour, or dine in a host's home in one of our 230+ destinations.

💥 Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday Sale: Use promo code TRAVEL24 and enjoy 15% off any in-person experience for travel in 2025!

Thank you to the New York Times for highlighting our mission to make travel meaningful through food. Let’s inspire deeper connections and unforgettable journeys together.

📙Read the article: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/26/travel/best-travel-deals-black-friday-travel-tuesday.html?searchResultPosition=2

🎁 Shop the sale: www.travelingspoon.com

Our Frugal Traveler columnist waded through the sales, and found some of the best bargains she’s seen in years.

03/11/2024

We know you’ll likely be looking at TripAdvisor for restaurant recommendations when visiting the Philippines. But if you’re looking for truly local recommendations, we have asked our local hosts where they eat. Check out our host Isi’s go-to restaurants and the dishes she says you must try!

30/10/2024

A couple in life and in the kitchen! Check out what our guests had to say about our hosts Mirella and Stefano in Florence: "Oh my goodness, this was the highlight of our trip! Mirella and Stefano are just the perfect cooking couple! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! Do yourself a favor and take this wonderful class. Delicious and very informative, we learned so much and will be able to use what we learned at home!!! Thank you, thank you Mirella and Stefano!!! Simply the best!!!" - Docswift. Check out their experience here: https://www.travelingspoon.com/hosts/3666-tuscan-cooking-in-florence-with-an-expert-cook

21/10/2024

Hear what our guest Nathan had to say about this immersive culinary experience in the countryside of Florence. “Fabio and Christiane were far and away our best experience during our Italian Vacation. Fabio and Christiane were unbelievably accommodating hosts. Their house, was nestled in the hills outside florence. On our way Fabio would make stops to show us the olive trees and shows us views of the city and country side. Once we got to their house they poured us a glass of wine and took us on a walk of their gorgeous property. Their olive trees, herb garden and cats were like something out of a movie. My wife and I had so much fun with them and were grateful for the engaging conversation during the cooking lesson. My wife and I rank it among our best experiences in Europe.”

14/10/2024

Want to hear about one of the best things to do in Italy? Check out this owner-led balsamic vinegar tour and tasting that includes parmigiano cheese, ham and fresh bread in a beautiful Italian estate. Here's what our guest Abraham had to say about his Private Balsamic Vinegar Tour with our host Mariangela in Vignola, outside Modena. "This tour was one of the best things we did on our trip to Italy. It is a stunning old farmhouse compound that the city grew up against. The host was so personal and enriching, with the process for TRADITIONAL balsamic vinegar very educational. I would most highly recommend scheduling this tour..."

07/10/2024

Join our brand new host Naina in Atlanta for an authentic chaat and Indian fusion cooking class! Sip on a refreshing drink before rolling up your sleeves to learn to cook Indian-inspired Southern dishes in her beautiful contemporary kitchen. Naina also offers a guided market visit Your Dekalb Farmer's market (or an authentic Indian grocery store if you prefer). Naina is excited to share her culture through food and offer a cooking experience that excites your palate!

02/08/2024

🌿🍋 Experience the flavors of Hvar with Kornelija and Morana in Croatia! 🌞🦑 Enjoy a farm-to-table feast with homemade herb brandy and local delicacies like goat cheese and olives. Savor main dishes like pasta with tomato sauce or octopus stew, ending with a lemon olive oil cake and wine. 🍷🥖

Begin your cooking adventure with a garden tour to handpick tomatoes and herbs, then learn to make Hvar salsa from scratch. Use your freshly made salsa to create delicious bruschetta and a traditional octopus stew. 🍅👩‍🍳

Reserve your private booking class now for a delicious island adventure! 🏝️🍽️



https://travelingspoon.com/hosts/20139-a-farm-to-table-experience-in-hvar-on-a-unesco-protected-field

01/08/2024

🇨🇱🍴 Dive into Chilean cuisine with Cristian in Chile! 🌽🦪Join Cristian for an evening cooking class filled with oysters and stunning city views, then learn to cook pastel de choclo pastel de choclo (Chilean beef and corn pie) and cardamom ceviche. Dine outdoors with wine pairings and cheesecake with strawberries. 🍷🍓



https://travelingspoon.com/hosts/19593-chilean-cooking-class-in-santiago-with-wine-pairings

31/07/2024

🇪🇸Join Nicole, a passionate chef and culinary teacher, on a delicious journey through Spanish and Catalan cuisine in Barcelona! From rooftop cooking classes to market tours and in-home meals, experience the magic of (Spanish seafood vermicelli) or marisco paella (seafood paella), and more! 🍤🍚 Reserve your private cooking class now and savor the flavors of Spain! 🌞🍷



https://travelingspoon.com/hosts/20428-hands-on-fideua-or-paella-cooking-class-in-barcelona

28/07/2024

Discover the magic of Persian cuisine with Mahnaz in Stockholm! By day, she conquers cancer research, but by night, 🌙 she transforms into a culinary maestro, sharing flavors from her Iranian heritage. 🍽️ Whether you're indulging in a homemade Persian feast with dishes like fesenjan (stew) and zereshk polo ba morgh (barberry rice with chicken), or rolling up your sleeves for a hands-on cooking class, Mahnaz's kitchen is where delicious memories are made. With family recipes, heartwarming hospitality, and stories that bring each ingredient to life, you're in for an unforgettable culinary adventure. Book now and let the flavors of Iran enchant your taste buds! 🌿🍲🍚

25/07/2024

Love food and travel? Traveling Spoon provides private and authentic cooking classes and market tours with locals around the world.

Sign up using the link below and instantly receive $20 in free Traveling Spoon credits in your account! Offer ends Jul 31, 2024.

Copy and paste this link to sign up: https://travelingspoon.com/promo_auth/IG

24/07/2024

Embark on a flavorful adventure in Seoul with Jinsil! ⛩️ 🌄Learn to cook authentic Korean dishes such as japchae (glass noodle dish with meat and vegetables), tteokbokki (rice cake), and mandu (dumplings) in a hands-on South Korean cooking class. 🥟🍘 Hear captivating stories of South Korea's history and culinary traditions. After enjoying your delicious creations, explore a local market to discover unique Korean ingredients. Perfect for food lovers and cultural enthusiasts! 🍜🇰🇷



https://travelingspoon.com/hosts/20321-small-group-korean-cooking-class-in-seoul