In the episode, Tara sits down with Certified Health & Wellness Coach Tess Cheng for a deep dive into mindful traveling, staying healthy on the go, and finding the sweet spot between wellness and wanderlust. Tess has explored all seven continents, and she brings a wealth of real-world travel insight. From navigating jet lag and […]

Food, Podcast, Travel

November 26, 2025

Mindful Travel 101: How to Stay Healthy While Traveling with Tess Cheng

Mindful Travel 101: How to Stay Healthy While Traveling with Tess Cheng on Taste Toast Travel

In this episode we’re exploring the fascinating world of the MICHELIN Guide, from its humble beginnings as a tire company’s travel booklet to the gold standard of global dining. We break down how the MICHELIN Star system really works:⭐️ What inspectors look for when awarding stars⭐️ How restaurants can earn, maintain, or even lose their […]

Drink, Food, Podcast

November 17, 2025

MICHELIN Guide Explained: History, Star Ratings, and Top Fine Dining Destinations

MICHELIN Guide Explained: History, Star Ratings, and Top Fine Dining Destinations on Taste Toast Travel Podcast

We’re breaking down Hilton’s 2026 Global Travel Trends Report and uncovering what’s next for travelers around the world. From the growing craving for peaceful, restorative getaways to the rise of solo travel and digitally planned trips, we’re exploring how our travel habits are evolving in exciting new ways. Discover why quiet luxury vacations and slow […]

Podcast

November 3, 2025

The Future of Travel: 2026 Travel Trends You Need to Know

Today we’re exploring Europe’s most haunted places! Continuing our spooky travel theme from last week’s episode on haunted places in the United States, we uncover the ghost stories, legends, and dark histories behind these iconic European landmarks. We’re digging into:👻 The Tower of London in England👻 Edinburgh Castle in Scotland👻 The Paris Catacombs👻 Bran Castle […]

Podcast, Travel

October 26, 2025

Exploring Europe’s Most Haunted Places

Exploring Europe's Most Haunted Places on Taste Toast Travel Podcast

Dreaming of owning a home in Italy for just one euro? In this episode of Taste Toast Travel, we’re doing a reality check on this! Join us as we dive into Italy’s €1 houses, and whether these deals are really too good to be true. We explore:🇮🇹 How the €1 house auctions work🇮🇹 Why so […]

Podcast, Travel

October 6, 2025

Italy’s €1 Houses Explained: The Realities of Buying a House for One Euro

Italy’s €1 Houses Explained: The Realities of Buying a House for One Euro on Taste Toast Travel Podcast

Raise your steins and tighten your lederhosen—it’s Oktoberfest time! In this episode of Taste Toast Travel, Tara’s taking the lead and diving into the history, traditions, and unforgettable stories behind the world’s largest beer festival: Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany. From its royal wedding origins in 1810 to the modern-day celebration that draws over six million […]

Podcast, Travel

September 29, 2025

Oktoberfest 101: History, Tips & What to Know Before You Go

Oktoberfest 101: History, Tips & What to Know Before You Go on Taste Toast Travel

Tara is taking the lead on this episode of Taste Toast Travel as she chats with Isabelle Lesschaeve, a distinguished sensory scientist and wine expert. Isabelle shares her inspiring journey through sensory science to the wine and non-alcoholic beverage industries, drawing from her academic and professional experiences in the US and Canada. We dig into:🍷 […]

Drink, Food, Podcast

September 15, 2025

Unlocking Food & Wine Sensory Science with Isabelle Lesschaeve

Unlocking Food & Wine Sensory Science with Isabelle Lesschaeve on Taste Toast Travel Podcast

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