Taste of Place
68 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★ - 5 ratingsCulinary culture and heritage podcast by Erik Wolf and the World Food Travel Association.
The Taste of Place podcast brings you new knowledge and inspiring stories from some of the world’s most successful culinary professionals as they share with you their experience with culinary travel, as well as their thoughts on culinary culture and culinary heritage. . Whether you are a seasoned professional, an entrepreneur thinking about getting into culinary tourism, or a consumer with an interest in our industry, our podcast series will inspire everyone.
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Episodes
Ep 68. Fred Lizee - Tout Est Possible
February 10, 2024 16:09 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBSee Fred's project on Instagram. Meet Fred on LinkedIn. Visit Fred's website (French only). Fred's project on LinkedIn (in English).
Ep 67. Rico Mandel - Don't Be Afraid
December 01, 2023 00:00 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBFind Rico on Instagram. Meet Rico on LinkedIn. Visit Rico's website.
Ep 66. Darren MacLean - Collaborate Learn Inspire
July 19, 2023 14:11 - 40 minutes - 37 MBFind Chef Darren on his website. Or on Instagram here.
Ep 65. Jonathan DeLise - Keep At It
April 20, 2023 23:00 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBFind Jonathan on LinkedIn. Visit Jonathan's professional journalist page on Muckrack. Explore Jonathan's YouTube channel.
Ep 64. Jose Luis Santos - Work Builds Character
March 20, 2023 00:00 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MBFind Jose Luis on LinkedIn here. Learn about Ecostars here. Learn about Ecofoodies here. Follow Ecostars on Instagram here. Also mentioned in the show: ISLAMIC ARTS BIENNALE 2023
Ep 63. Tammara Soma - To Each Their Own
February 20, 2023 00:00 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBFind Tammara on her university web page here. Or on LinkedIn here.
Ep 62. Selassie Atadika - Change: One Bite at a Time
January 19, 2023 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBFind Selassie on her website here. Anyone based in the USA or Canada who wishes to order a sampler of Selassie's chocolates, use code "WORLDFOODTRAVEL10" for a 10% discount. Or on LinkedIn here.
Ep 61. Jacquie Chandler - Remember Recover & Restore
December 20, 2022 00:00 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBFind Jacquie on her website here. Or on LinkedIn here.
Ep 60. Matricia Bauer - Body Mind Spirit
November 21, 2022 00:00 - 40 minutes - 37 MBFind Matricia on her website here. Or on LinkedIn here.
Ep 59. Theo Cromhout - Find Your Purpose
October 16, 2022 23:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBFind Theo on his website here. Or on LinkedIn here.
Ep 58. Nancy Matsumoto - Trust Your Intuition
September 17, 2022 23:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBFind Nancy on her website here. Or on LinkedIn here or on Instagram here. Photo Credit: Jennifer Rowsom
Ep 57. Jose Gonzalez - An Edible Country
August 16, 2022 23:00 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBFind Jose on his website here. Or on Instagram here.
Ep 56. Anita Mendiratta - The Humility of Travel
July 16, 2022 23:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MBFind Anita on her website here. Or on LinkedIn here.
Ep 55. Yasmine Fofana - So Much to Discover
June 20, 2022 09:00 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBFind Yasmine on LinkedIn. Visit Yasmine's website.
Ep 54. Ana Ros - After the Rain the Sun Always Comes
May 21, 2022 23:00 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBAna is not on LinkedIn, but you can find her on her website here.
Ep 53. Hussein Dehghan - The Guest is King
April 17, 2022 23:00 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBMeet Hussein on LinkedIn or on his websites here and here.
Ep 52. Brighde Reed - Books Are My Passport
March 20, 2022 09:10 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBMeet Brighde on LinkedIn or visit her website.
Ep 51. - Soumaya Hamdi - Building Bridges with Food
February 19, 2022 22:49 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBMeet Soumaya on LinkedIn or visit her website.
Ep 50. David Mora - Memento Mori
January 17, 2022 12:39 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBMeet David on LinkedIn or visit his website.
Ep 49. Rosa Jackson - You Can't Imagine
December 15, 2021 14:46 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBMeet Rosa on LinkedIn or visit her website.
Ep 48. Tracy Stuckrath - Every Meal Matters
November 15, 2021 15:54 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBFind Tracy on LinkedIn or on her website here.
Ep 47. Nuria Ribera - Make Respect a Habit
October 15, 2021 10:15 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBFind Nuria on LinkedIn or on her website here.
Ep 46. Tiffany Kelly - Make Change Happen
September 15, 2021 21:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBFind Tiffany on LinkedIn or on her website here.
Ep 45. Aashi Vel - Share an Idea
August 15, 2021 09:00 - 33 minutes - 26.5 MBFind Aashi on LinkedIn or on her website here.
Ep 44. Roberta Muir - Kill Your Darlings
July 12, 2021 09:17 - 34 minutes - 32 MBFind Roberta on LinkedIn or on her website here.
Ep 43. Royce Chwin - Ask Better Questions
April 14, 2021 19:18 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBFind Royce on LinkedIn.
Ep 42. Elise Botiveau - To Live is to Try
February 15, 2021 20:40 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBFind Elise on LinkedIn.
Ep 41. Hans Entner - The Power of the Smile
January 11, 2021 14:21 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBIn this episode you will learn: How hotel guests have a different customer experience when the hotel owner lives in the hotel Why hotel guests are treated like family The power of the smile Mentioned in this episode: His Website
Ep 40. Yorm Ackuaku - One Foot In Front of the Other
December 22, 2020 12:51 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBIn this episode you will learn: Why you should not be afraid of the FSD. How to collaborate in order to delegate. The best way to get ahead with any project. Mentioned in this episode: Find Yorm on LinkedIn Yorm's Website
Ep 39. Kathiana Lejeune - Peace Begins With a Smile
November 13, 2020 12:15 - 34 minutes - 32 MBIn this episode you will learn: What is the hardest part of writing a book Why food is a "soft power" in international relations When you reach a hurdle, why you have to jump Why peace begins with a smile Why we should embrace our differences earlier in life Mentioned in this episode: Find Kathiana on LinkedIn Kathiana's Website
Ep 38. Rika Nakazawa - Let the Shape Emerge
October 15, 2020 05:00 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MBIn this episode, you will learn: Why there's nothing more powerful than an idea whose time has come. Why you should chip away at a stone to let the shape emerge rather than try to chip away to make a shape. How in today's climate you can't fear technology - use it to help drive change. Discussed in this episode: Find Rika on LinkedIn Rika's Company - BoardSeatMeet Le Quartier Francais (Franschhoek, South Africa)
Ep 37. Martina Jamnig - The Sum of Small Things
September 14, 2020 12:21 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBIn this episode, you will learn: Why team sports teach useful life lessons. What to do when some of an area's best food & beverage products are not exported. How a "transition dish" can make some traditional foods more approachable for visitors. What you will discover if you follow the road less traveled. How to make your dreams a reality. Discussed in this episode: Find Martina on LinkedIn Original Sachertorte
Ep 36. Marg Leehane - Work Smarter Not Harder
August 15, 2020 23:05 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBIn this episode, you will learn: Why travel is the best education How conversation is now a lost art Why we need to reconnect with nature Why you should work smarter, not harder Discussed in this episode: Great Bear Lodge / Great Bear Tours Find Marg on LinkedIn
Ep 35. Camille Hoheb - Don't Fear Change
July 13, 2020 22:42 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBIn this episode, you will learn: Why you should not fear change How dramatic negative life events can have life-changing positive effects How spas are just a very small part of "wellness tourism" Why consumers need to be aware of 'wellness washing' Why food is a cornerstone of wellness Why you should strive to leave a legacy Discussed in this episode: Wellness Tourism Worldwide Find Camille on LinkedIn
Ep 34. Ewan Henderson - Ride on the Shoulders of Giants
June 12, 2020 14:34 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBIn this episode, you'll learn: Why you need to move with the times How the actual process of researching affects knowledge retention Why you need to think differently to solve old problems Why people with different perspectives can add value to a discussion and give a better final result Why the pandemic has been an opportunity for many companies Discussed in this episode: Ewan Hederson Website
Ep 33. Philip Ruskin - It's My Pleasure
May 24, 2020 15:57 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBIn this episode you'll learn: Why saying "My pleasure" is such a special way to say "you're welcome" Why communication should never be one-way Why it's important to curate your work and personal life activities And more! Discussed in this episode: Ruskin International Philip on LinkedIn
Ep 32. Isi Laureano - Remember to Love Yourself Along the Way
May 03, 2020 22:05 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBIn this episode you'll learn: Why you need to build your network of contacts because on experience leads to another, and doing one job could open doors to doing your dream job later Why we can all be food travelers in our own countries Why her greatest foodservice concerns are relentless competition, the logistics of sourcing quality ingredients from outside her area, and food waste How careful advance planning can reduce or eliminate food waste Why we need to remember to love ourselves...
Ep 31. Heidi Yu Spurrell - Keep Learning Every Day
April 04, 2020 13:37 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBIn this episode you'll learn: Why you should never reveal too much too soon in business Don't be afraid to pivot in a new career direction when the time is right for you Why you should ask what others want from you before you start a new project Why we eat less than 0.5% of Earth's plant species How food and sustainability are inextricably linked Discussed in this episode: Food Made Good Hong Kong Sustainable Restaurant Association
Ep 30. Richard Bagnold - Don't Be a Keyboard Warrior
February 17, 2020 00:23 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBIn this episode you'll learn: There's no substitute for work experience - you've got to just do it. The earlier you get a start towards outlining your life's path, the better. Persist in what you want until you get it. Mistakes can be overcome - focus on how to improve and you will. How to maximize your experience (and even save a little money) at fine dining restaurants Discussed in this episode: Richard Bagnold Concierge Services Major Foodie Dining Reviews
Ep 29. Devin O'Sullivan - The Story Matters Most
January 16, 2020 23:43 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBIn this episode you'll learn: When we talk the talk, we have to walk the walk. We can't just talk about great food culture without instilling the respect for it in how we view food and educate our youth about food. Why it doesn't make sense to both import and export the same foods. Take a risk and if it works, it works. Eating local & healthy actually costs less in the long run, especially when you use every part of the fruit or vegetable. Try banana skin chutney! Food education is, in ...
Ep 28. Zina Sorensen & Vasil Zlatev - The Poison is in the Dose
December 15, 2019 14:22 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBIn this episode you'll learn: Why a destination needs to diversify its product portfolio to be competitive How the poison is in the dose - nothing in extremes gives great results How new technologies threaten culinary tourism experiences & what can be done to prepare for a sustainable future for our industry Why the personal touch needs to be preserved when you're trying to create an offer an authentic experience Why storytelling is important in service How food evokes specific memorie...
Ep 27. Lauren Aloise – We're the Sum of Our Parts
November 17, 2019 21:37 - 35 minutes - 33 MBIn this episode you'll learn: How preserving sense of place is essential to fostering a successful visitor experience, and ultimately, to furthering the advancement of food & beverage tourism Why you need to ask for help early on in life so that you can go further faster How a company is the sum of its parts – everyone plays a vital role Why local food/beverage businesses need to be supported & preserved What compels food lovers to travel in the first place Why you should embrace failu...
Ep 26. James Blick - Build Your Team to Build Your Business
October 17, 2019 10:42 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBIn this episode, you'll learn: The difference between authentic food and good food, and why you don’t necessarily need to have both or offer both at the same time. Ways to minimize “overfoodtourism” How the act of sharing food or drink together is an accelerator for friendships How speaking directly can be so powerful Why it is in your best interest to just launch your product or business, even before it is perfect
Ep 25. Anthony Creswell - Always Ask Why
September 17, 2019 15:58 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBIn this episode you'll learn: Why quality trumps quantity Why consumers will always pay more for quality If you can’t sell something, double the price and watch it sell out How bureaucracy & rules can stymie small business growth How an impressive visitor experience drives sales Why you always need to ask why Discussed in this episode: Ummera Irish Smokehouse Traveling Spoon
Ep 24. Rob Holmes - The Power of Story
August 06, 2019 15:57 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBIn this episode you'll learn: How travel can be transformational for younger people starting their careers The power of video to tell a story The danger of food becoming commoditized How authenticity is about “real people” How to find the “magic” of great storytelling Why it’s important to be persistent Rob's links: GLP Films Rob on LinkedIn
Ep 23. Raj Gyawali - Living on the Edge
July 11, 2019 15:24 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBIn this episode you'll learn: What "linked prosperity" is and how you can work it into your business Why if you’re not living on the edge, you’re taking up too much space! How keeping a simple focus can help you achieve your goals Why plans seldom survive reality and what you can do about it Raj's links: Social Tours Ethical Travel Portal
Ep 22. Eric Aebi - Sharing Abundance With Others
June 17, 2019 16:56 - 38 minutes - 35 MBIn this episode you'll learn: Why too many visitors can ruin a destination’s authenticity & what to do about it Why we need to promote the value of hospitality careers, to industry, youth and the media How globalization has adversely affected the food-loving visitor experience Why food memories last so long What zero-sum thinking is and why it’s a bad deal for everyone How food can break down the walls of fear Discussed in this episode: Eric's links: Chemeketa Community College Eri...
Ep 21. John Mulcahy - Don't Ask for Permission Ask for Forgiveness
May 19, 2019 21:17 - 42 minutes - 96.4 MBIn this episode, you will learn: How to be part of the solution not part of the problem Why you should take the road less traveled and don't be afraid where it leads. You'll surprise yourself. Not to be scared to make mistakes; it's the only way to learn To follow your heart and the money will follow after. That it's OK to chase the money for a short while, but have a Plan B. Why you should not ask for permission, rather for forgiveness How the benefits of food tourism ripple out to a...
Ep 20. Wojtek Osinski - There's No Hiding Behind the Internet
April 25, 2019 00:00 - 39 minutes - 90.8 MBIn this episode you'll learn: Why food culture makes us unique How greed is a “four letter word” and is destroying food cultures. Why you have to deliver a consistently excellent experience; there is no hiding behind the internet. Why people crave authenticity and human connection – that’s why companies exist to match travelers to hosts to share meals in homes. That business owners overlook the customer journey, but it’s one of the most critical things for you to understand to meet cust...
Ep 19. Christie Peters – Skip the Easy Money
March 20, 2019 00:27 - 35 minutes - 81.2 MBIn this episode you'll learn: Make it nice or make it twice Why slow and steady wins the race Why you should skip the easy money How waste is money Watching the small details can add up to big savings What you can do to avoid paying for advertising What you can do to avoid having to repeat tasks Discussed in this episode: Christie's companies: The Hollows Primal Pasta