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 Podcast

We’re so excited about this episode, because we’re diving into the autumn vibes big time. Join us as we explore how cultures across the globe celebrate the Fall equinox! From ancient monuments to seasonal feasts, this episode uncovers the history, spirituality, folklore, delicious foods, and traditions tied to the changing of the seasons. In this […]

Drink, Food, Podcast, Travel

September 22, 2025

Fall Equinox Around the World: Exploring Ancient Sites, Food, and Folklore

Fall Equinox Around the World: Exploring Ancient Sites, Food, and Folklore on Taste Toast Travel

This week, we’re unpacking a handful of headlines in the food, drink, and travel industries, including Wine Enthusiast’s top Napa Valley wineries to visit (and adding our own insider picks you won’t want to miss!). We’ll also spill the tea on: 🧳 The dirtiest spots in hotel rooms, and even your suitcase🍺 Why so many […]

Drink, Food, Podcast, Travel

August 23, 2025

Top Napa Wineries, Irish Pub History + Travel’s Dirtiest Secrets

Top Napa Wineries, Irish Pub History + Travel's Dirtiest Secrets on Taste Toast Travel

Join Tara as she chats with Moira Khan, a Grief Coach, educator, and seasoned traveler whose journey has taken her from New Zealand to the UK and now to sunny Spain. In this inspiring conversation, Moira shares: ✈️ How she navigated expat life in Spain and adapted to cultural differences.✈️ Her experiences moving across continents […]

Podcast, Travel

August 23, 2025

Expat Life in Spain: Moira Khan on Travel, Growth, Cultural Shifts, and Adventures from New Zealand to Europe

Expat Life in Spain: Moira Khan on Travel, Growth, Cultural Shifts, and Adventures from New Zealand to Europe on Taste Toast Travel

In this flavorful episode of Taste Toast Travel, Tara sits down with acclaimed Bay Area chef and restaurateur Paul Iglesias, the creative force behind Oakland, California hotspots Parché and Jaji.  Known for weaving Colombian and Salvadorian heritage into every dish, Paul takes us on a journey from his roots in Washington, D.C., to the global […]

Drink, Food, Podcast, Travel

August 10, 2025

Culture, Cuisine, and the Intersection of Travel and Tradition with Chef Paul Iglesias

Culture, Cuisine, and the Intersection of Travel and Tradition with Chef Paul Iglesias on Taste Toast Travel Podcast

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