2025 Eat Smart Culinary and Cultural Tour Destinations
Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure. Travel from Tokyo to Kyoto and beyond, experiencing this legendary foodie’s paradise. Savor everything from traditional classics like sushi to street food as eye-popping as the famed Dotonbori, Osaka.
The 2025 tour has sold out. Please contact us if you would like to join the wait list.
The 2025 tour has sold out. Please contact us if you would like to join the wait list.
Embark on a Tasting Adventure with Co-Leaders Joan Peterson and William Wongso. Join us in getting to the heart of Indonesian culture through an exploration of her tantalizing cuisine. Sample the infinite variety of regional Indonesian specialties in their natural setting. Delve into the secrets of Indonesian dishes by participating in a cooking class. Also included will be talks on culinary topics and visits to bustling markets to learn about the herbs, spices and condiments that are prevalent in Indonesian cookery.
We will also see the major tourist sights, yet still have time to shop and relax along the way. You’ll come away with a knowledge of the culinary traditions of Indonesia and a deep appreciation of the magnitude of history and culture that this ancient archipelago possesses.
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We will also see the major tourist sights, yet still have time to shop and relax along the way. You’ll come away with a knowledge of the culinary traditions of Indonesia and a deep appreciation of the magnitude of history and culture that this ancient archipelago possesses.
The 2025 tour has sold out. Please contact us if you would like to join the wait list.
Join culinary experts Joan
Peterson and Susan Chwae and experience a culinary and cultural
adventure in Turkey, which is designed for the discriminating traveler
who enjoys the artistry of food and meeting welcoming and friendly people. Turkey is among today's most fascinating travel destinations. If you have ever had it on your list of travel destinations, this is the time and the tour. But
it’s not all about food. We also see the major tourist sights, yet still have time to shop and relax along the way. You’ll come away with a knowledge of the culinary traditions and a deep appreciation of the magnitude of history and culture.
We’ve teamed up with Chef Evan Dannells, owner of Cadre Restaurant, for an exclusive small group journey to Corsica and the French Riviera.
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Culinary and Cultural Sailing Tour of Corsica and the French Riviera With Guest Chef Evan Dannells of Cadre Restaurant, Madison WI
October 11 to 19, 2025
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Embark on our premiere Eat Smart Culinary Travel Culinary and Cultural Sailing Tour to Corsica and the French Riviera aboard the Star Flyer sailboat, operated by Star Clipper. This exclusive journey features Madison Guest Chef Evan Dannells, owner of Cadre Restaurant, alongside Joan Peterson and Susan Chwae, co-founders of Eat Smart Culinary Travel. Experience an unforgettable adventure filled with exquisite cuisine, cultural exploration, and the beauty of the Mediterranean.
The French Riviera, also known as the Côte d’Azur for its dazzling blue water and clear skies, is a sun-drenched slice of heaven along France’s southeastern coast. The region has a reputation as one of the most glamorous and breathtaking culinary destinations in the Mediterranean.
Because of its relatively small size, Star Flyer can drop anchor in out of the way ports that the big ships can’t reach. On the Corsica and French Riviera itinerary sailing round trip from Cannes, a visit to Plage Saint Antoine in stunning Corsica puts guests in walking distance of a secluded beach surrounded by dramatic mountain ranges. The Ligurian Sea sailing calls on ports in Italy and France, including the islands of Elba, Sardinia and Corsica as well as fabled Monaco, the domain of princes and movie stars.
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The French Riviera, also known as the Côte d’Azur for its dazzling blue water and clear skies, is a sun-drenched slice of heaven along France’s southeastern coast. The region has a reputation as one of the most glamorous and breathtaking culinary destinations in the Mediterranean.
Because of its relatively small size, Star Flyer can drop anchor in out of the way ports that the big ships can’t reach. On the Corsica and French Riviera itinerary sailing round trip from Cannes, a visit to Plage Saint Antoine in stunning Corsica puts guests in walking distance of a secluded beach surrounded by dramatic mountain ranges. The Ligurian Sea sailing calls on ports in Italy and France, including the islands of Elba, Sardinia and Corsica as well as fabled Monaco, the domain of princes and movie stars.
Email [email protected] for more information.
Looking for a specific country? We can customize a tour for any group size. Please email us for more information.
Tour Leaders
Joan Peterson is the publisher of the EAT SMART series of guidebooks designed for travelers and cookbook lovers. To date she has written guides to the cuisines of Brazil, Turkey, Indonesia, Mexico, Poland, Morocco, Sicily, India, Peru, and Norway. She has traveled extensively for many years, and leads culinary tours to Croatia, Egypt, Jordan, Turkey, India, Indonesia, Morocco, Norway, Peru, Portugal and Sicily.
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Susan Peterson Chwae began her career in the travel industry in 1997 when she joined the family’s publishing company. Since the inception of the company’s tour business, Susan has worked intimately with destination management companies and tour operators to create luxury culinary and cultural travel experiences. She and her business partner/mother provide tour leader expertise on all of their tours.
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Here's what our travel friends say....
"I have been on several of Joan's tours and highly recommend them. I love learning about the country I'm visiting through it's cuisine and have met wonderful people along the way, from local guides to the people along on the tour, it's a top-notch experience!!"—Leanne, Eat Smart Tours to Morocco, Portugal, Sicily, Turkey and India
"Once again, you have exceeded my expectations as a tour guide and food guru. I had a wonderful trip. Thank you for all the hard work and time you put in to create such a fantastic tour. It was "unbelievable!" I will miss you, until our next trip."--Heather, Eat Smart in Norway Culinary Tour, 2013
"We especially appreciated the help from Susan and Edward in getting Bob up to the sights/food, and the many kindnesses extended by all in light of his limitations. "--Liz, Eat Smart in Sicily Tour, 2018
"I have been on several of Joan's tours and highly recommend them. I love learning about the country I'm visiting through it's cuisine and have met wonderful people along the way, from local guides to the people along on the tour, it's a top-notch experience!!"—Leanne, Eat Smart Tours to Morocco, Portugal, Sicily, Turkey and India
"Once again, you have exceeded my expectations as a tour guide and food guru. I had a wonderful trip. Thank you for all the hard work and time you put in to create such a fantastic tour. It was "unbelievable!" I will miss you, until our next trip."--Heather, Eat Smart in Norway Culinary Tour, 2013
"We especially appreciated the help from Susan and Edward in getting Bob up to the sights/food, and the many kindnesses extended by all in light of his limitations. "--Liz, Eat Smart in Sicily Tour, 2018
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Tour leaders, Joan Peterson and Susan Peterson Chwae - India 2005.