Eat Smart Culinary Tour to Turkey - May 4 to May 14, 2019

Embark on a Culinary Adventure of a Lifetime with Joan Peterson, Author of Eat Smart in Turkey 

Come with us on a culinary odyssey through ancient, Ottoman, and modern Turkey, and get to the heart of the culture through an exploration of its scrumptious cuisine and wine. Sample the infinite variety of regional Turkish specialties in their natural setting. Delve into the secrets of Turkish dishes by participating in a cooking class. Visit bustling markets to learn about the herbs, spices and condiments prevalent in Turkish cookery. You’ll come away with a knowledge of the culinary traditions of Turkey and a deep appreciation of the magnitude of history and culture that this ancient land possesses. 

But it’s not all about food and wine. We’ll see the major tourist sights in Istanbul, in the Mediterranean, and in magical Cappadocia, where we can take a sunrise balloon ride and gently soar above its surreal lunar landscape before landing for a champagne toast. And, we’ll still have time to shop and relax along the way.

Eat Smart Culinary Tour to India - October 3 to October 14, 2019

“Embark on a Tasting Adventure” with Joan Peterson, Co-author of Eat Smart in India

​India is a study in contrasts. It is an historical backdrop for a modern-day industrial narrative, a traditional outlook co-existing with fresh, global lifestyles, an ensemble of ethnic disparities creating a cohesive, cultural identity. India is a sensory potpourri of colorful, exuberant scenes and folks, of tangible, delectable cuisines and flavors, of dialects and tongues exchanged like currency, and the ebb and flow of a billion people working through their daily routines!

The world of cuisine can offer something for everyone--it is an important slice of culture, is often artistic, resonates with a rich historical legacy, and offers palate-teasing adventures. The Indian subcontinent with its diverse geography offers a bounty of ingredients for the pot, from spices that have lured empires and colonies to our shores to farm fare that has cultivated holistic diets.
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Indian cuisine is so much more than Chicken Tikka Masala. It is a narrative of spices that are subtly blended to create different textures on your palate, of recipes that have been handed down for generations, and of techniques and ingredients that change every few miles.
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This tour is more than just about eating, however, We visit classic historical sites on route to help you digest…. and stop here and there to shop and relax. Join us on this spectacular tour of Northern India!
Special Culinary Event
Eat Smart in Portugal - Dinner with the Authors
by vomFass - Delectable
Thursday, February 22, 2018, 5PM - 8PM CST
Local authors Ronnie Hess and Joan Peterson are introducing their new book "Eat Smart in Portugal." Chef Edward Chwae will be preparing five delicious dishes from the book and pairing each dish with a wine. The authors will discuss the dishes, Portuguese food from a historical standpoint, and their experiences in Portugal. Join us for a memorable family-style Portuguese dinner!
Educational Guide Books about the Cuisine. 

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Enter to win a complete set of the EAT SMART series paperback books! 

    Drawing to be held January 15, 2018. Click here for official rules.

November 10 to November 19, 2018
The minimum number of participants is 8; the maximum number is 12.
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