The Inside Scoop From The 2008 South Beach Wine and Food Festival

Not that we ever need a good reason to eat, drinks and be merry… this year’s South Beach Wine & Food Festival was not to be missed – and we made sure of that! Read on…

 

Chef’s Corner with Nate Martin of Andu

 

Located in the Neo Vertika building on the Miami River (at 141 Southwest 7th Street), Andu is the area’s newest hot spot – featuring Chef Nathan Martin (of Nikki Beach and 8 ½) and a Mediterranean cuisine menu infused with International influences that will drive anyone to salivation!

Follow us to the Chef’s Corner as we chat with Executive Chef Nate Martin of Andu..

Best Cruise to Spot a Celebrity – Part II

Cruise lines everywhere commission famous chefs to design the menus for their entire fleet, offering their signature dishes in all restaurants onboard. Read on…

World’s Best Irish Pubs

 

Irish Pubs (and their accompanying drinking songs) have long stood out as one of the bestways that people come together to socialize through libations and song.

So…whether you’re looking for a spot to grab an ice cold lager, or simply in search of where to spend this year’s St. Patrick’s Day, here’s journeyPod’s top picks for the World’s Best Irish Pubs!

Best Travel Gear & Accessories – Part II

 

There are several kinds of travelers:  those who pack their entire closet and those who take only the essentials.  But somehow, both kinds end up wishing they had traveled lighter.   

As most of us know… its nearly impossible to head anywhere with simply a passport and toothbrush (til now).  So, we’ve come up with some solutions for you!

Chef’s Corner with Chris Kobayashi

Talk about the fulfillment of a childhood dream! Executive Chef Kobayashi has turned his restaurant – Artisan – into one of the top thriving dining spots in Paso Robles, California’s hip new wine country! (Read more….)

Chef’s Corner with Cory Smith

 

You read the reviews, listen to the praises from friends and colleagues, or happen to catch one of your favorite celebrities exiting that very spot you’ve been meaning to check out.

You know what the folks on the outside are saying, but have you ever gotten the story from someone on the inside?

journeyPod goes behind-the-scenes in Chef’s Corner with some of the country’s most esteemed, critically-acclaimed, award-winning (and naturally, our favorite) culinary masterminds to get the real scoop!

Chef Cory Smith is the man with the magic who combines his extensive knowledge of international flavors and best products available in South Florida to create the perfect dish night after night at Santo.

Follow us for an inside look with this culinary magician…

Discover the Golden City: Salzburg

 

When you think of Salzburg, The Sound of Music probably comes to mind… but journeyPod is here to tell you that you can visit this baroque city and have an amazing culturally and historically inspiring trip without the movie tour! Want to hear an interesting tidbit? The film actually failed in Austria – closing after only a single week’s showing in Salzburg and Vienna. Now really… skip the tour and do Salzburg the local way!

Discover the Summer Paradise of Zurich

 

Zurich, the home of Swiss Miss, cheeses, and chocolates, and oh so much more!

Most people do think of Zurich as a boring bank city… which is unfortunate! Go there in summer and you’ll find an almost Mediterranean-like atmosphere. Green parks line the blue waters of Lake Zurich make for an excellent day of relaxation – swimming in the refreshing lake, taking in a boat ride, enjoying a picnic lunch, or napping on a wooden dock as the cool breeze blows over.

Who would have thought you’d get a piece of Mediterranean paradise in Zurich?! Well, now you know! Read on to find out more about this hot spot…

Discover the Old World Style of Prague

Situated in central Bohemia, its no wonder the largest city of the Czech Republic has a super Bohemian feel to it. You too will feel far away from it all as you walk the ancient streets of this beautiful city. Think Indiana Jones meets Alias – the architecture and cool vibe of this place will win you over the second you arrive. Also known as Praha, this city is mysterious yet quite inviting with friendly locals to welcome you. Oh, and wait until you recognize the black iron gates of the Charles Bridge from the Tom Cruise flick Mission Impossible!

 

Turn the page to get the inside scoop on what’s hot in Prague!