We’re back for part two of our Florence deep dive! And this time, we’re exploring the views, palaces, gardens, and local gems that make this city unforgettable. In this episode, we’re heading beyond the Duomo to uncover some of Florence’s most iconic viewpoints, history you probably don’t know, and everyday local life. From panoramic terraces […]

Travel

March 31, 2026

A Taste of Florence, Italy (Part 2): Hidden Gems, the Best Views & Local Markets

A Taste of Florence, Italy (Part 2): Hidden Gems, the Best Views & Local Markets on Taste Toast Travel

Join me as I travel to New York City and spend four unforgettable days in Manhattan for a book launch—including seeing my face on a billboard in Times Square (still surreal 😭). This NYC travel vlog captures a mix of real-life moments, milestones, and iconic New York experiences. I was invited to co-author Resilient A.F., […]

Travel

March 26, 2026

How I spent 4 days in New York for Book Launch at Times Square

How I spent 4 days in New York for Book Launch at Times Square on Taste Toast Travel

In this episode Tara sits down with Susie Stonefield, a Grief and Creativity Coach and artist based in Northern California, to share a remarkable travel story about how living abroad shaped her life. Susie recounts moving to Florence, Italy in 1985 with her mother and 15-year-old brother for a year abroad—arriving with no housing arranged […]

Podcast, Travel

March 17, 2026

From Living in Florence to a Life of Global Travel with Susie Stonefield

From Living in Florence to a Life of Global Travel with Susie Stonefield on Taste Toast Travel

We’re so excited to introduce a brand-new format for the show: “A Taste Of…” In this series, we randomly draw a destination from a jar and take you on a city-focused deep dive… all from home. It’s part travel storytelling, part cultural exploration, and fully rooted in what we love most: food, drink, history, and […]

Podcast, Travel

March 2, 2026

A Taste of Monte Carlo: Casinos, Wealth, and Life in Monaco

A Taste of Monte Carlo: Casinos, Wealth, and Life in Monaco on Taste Toast Travel Podcast

In this episode of Taste Toast Travel, Tara chats with Brianna and Morgan, co-hosts of the Global Girlfriend Podcast, about their journeys into living abroad, expat life, and creating meaningful careers overseas. They first met while teaching abroad in Albania, and from there, each followed a unique path around the world. Brianna shares how an […]

Podcast, Travel

February 18, 2026

Teaching Abroad, Moving Overseas & Building a Life You Love with The Global Girlfriends

Teaching Abroad, Moving Overseas & Building a Life You Love with The Global Girlfriends on Taste Toast Travel Podcast

In this episode of Taste Toast Travel podcast we’re joined by Kelly Forbes, a luxury travel expert with over 25 years in the travel industry and the founder of A’ARU Collective, a community-driven platform connecting travelers with sustainable luxury hotels around the world. Kelly shares her journey through the luxury travel world, from her early […]

Podcast, Travel

February 5, 2026

How Luxury Travel Is Changing: From Backpacking to Boutique Hotels with Expert Kelly Forbes

How Luxury Travel Is Changing: From Backpacking to Boutique Hotels with Expert Kelly Forbes on Taste Toast Travel

In this episode of the Taste Toast Travel podcast we welcome Jenny Eden Berk, a certified eating psychology coach and culinary nutritionist, for a thoughtful conversation at the intersection of food, travel, and mindful living. Jenny shares her personal journey from restrictive diet culture to a more holistic, intuitive eating approach, and how learning to […]

Food, Podcast, Travel

January 20, 2026

Intuitive Eating, Mindful Living, and Travel with Jenny Eden Berk

Intuitive Eating, Mindful Living, and Travel with Jenny Eden Berk on Taste Toast Travel Podcast

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