Taste of Place

In 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 The Taste of Place podcast is sponsored by the World Food Travel Asso...

In 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...

In 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 Origin...

In 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 The Taste of Place podcast is sponsored by the World Food Travel Association’s Taste of Place movement. Taste of Place is a global initia...

In 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 L...

In 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 Th...

In 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 The Taste of Place podcast is sponsored by the World Food Travel Association’s Taste of Place movement. Taste o...

In 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 ad...

In 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...

In 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:...

In 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 yo...

In 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 auth...

In 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 & pr...

In 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 be...

In 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 The Taste of Place pod...

In 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 The Taste of Place podcast is sponsored by the World Foo...

In 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 The Taste of Place podcast is sponsored by the Wo...

In 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...

In 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 as...

In 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 cu...

In 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 The Taste of Place podcast is...

In this episode you'll learn: Why popular destinations are already losing their authenticity Why multinational chain businesses are not a reason for travel Why you can only do so much/not bite off more than you can chew The one thing bloggers can do to set their food blogs apart from competition Why first impressions of a destination and its food are so influential for food-loving travelers Discus...

In this episode you'll learn: To know and focus on your true strengths, and hire others to do what you need help with For those who are shy, how to arrange circumstances so you will be in a position to overcome your shyness Why authentic cuisines ultimately beget fusion dishes Why regional cuisines are, in many cases, more important than national cuisines Why promoting regions instead of entire co...

In this episode you'll learn: How the food tourism industry is behind the times, and why you are missing an important opportunity Why more people than ever are looking for meat-free dishes How traditions move on (and rightly so) How vegetarian food can also please meat-eaters Why restaurant and hotel chefs are actually being prevented by their owners from innovating with vegetarian and vegan cuisi...

In this episode you'll learn: How people take their own behaviors and preferences with them when they travel. Why special diets are here to stay. The preference for Halal is growing quickly, even among non-Muslims. Halal isn't just about religious preferences, it's also a way to guarantee the origin of foods and protect food safety Why it's so hard to reproduce a taste of place after you've travel...