In Search of Flavor

In this episode we discuss: calicatasResources: Instagram: @zuccardivalledeuco @szuccardi Website: https://zuccardiwines.com/en/ You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design & beyond at www.lizcaskey.com You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/

In this episode we talk about: Resources: Common Ground DocumentaryField Guides to Chilean FungiFundacion FungiFundacion Fungi Donation PageFantastic Fungi Documentary @giulifungi @fungi_foundation @commongroundfilm You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design & beyond at www.lizcaskey.com You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/

In this episode: Resources: Instagram: @lccwe, @lizcaskey77 Website: www.lizcaskey.com You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design & beyond at www.lizcaskey.com You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/

In this episode we discuss: Resources: Instagram: @Doré, @em_note @garancedore Website: www.wearedore.com Get 10% off your order with Doré: click here . You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design & beyond at www.lizcaskey.com You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/

In this episode: Resources: Instagram: @lccwe, @lizcaskey77 Website: www.lizcaskey.com You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design & beyond at www.lizcaskey.com You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/

In this episode we discuss: - Ted’s experience in Burgundy and how that shaped his path in wine and a deep love for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay - The challenges of bootstrapping and growing his wine business and how Littorai grew from sourced fruit to an established, renowned, self-financed, profitable winery - The important difference between aesthetic and ‘technocratic’ wines and why aesthetic wines as a medium constitute a language - His decision to transition to biodynamic farming and how that has impacted the health of his vineyards and vision of Littorai - His pivotal role in helping West Sonoma claim its own appellation and protecting the future of this viticulture region Resources: Instagram: @littorai Website: www.littorai.com You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design & beyond at www.lizcaskey.com You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/

In this episode we discuss: Resources: Instagram: @lccwe, @lizcaskey77 For bespoke travel & small group trips to South America & Beyond: www.lizcaskey.com Join our upcoming trip to Chile in October 2024, a wine masterclass! Our cookbook on South American cuisine! Perfect for pairing wines from the region. You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design & beyond at www.lizcaskey.com You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/

In this episode we discuss: - The early days and influences in Rodolfo Guzmán's culinary journey - Introduction to Boragó and its unique approach to Chilean ingredients - The decades-long knowledge-gathering process of Boragó - The Role of Boragó in the evolution of Chile's gastronomic Landscape - Discussion on Chilean endemic ingredients and their diversity and the uniqueness of the dining experience at Boragó - Rodolfo’s book “Coming from the South” and what’s next… Resources: Instagram: @rgborago Website: www.borago.cl Rodolfo’s cookbook: “Coming from the South” by Phaidon You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design & beyond at www.lizcaskey.com You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/

Timestamps: 1:17 - Liz’s ‘Three Pillars’ of successful trip planning (for any trip) 3:26 - Coming to visit Napa in different seasons: winter, spring, summer, fall 8:33 - Travel planner hacks on where to base in Napa, the best airports for easy access, and the valley’s unique geography to consider 16:44 - How to structure your trip (& wine tastings) to Napa like a pro 21:24 - Final key strategy to keep in mind for a successful trip Resources: Instagram: @lccwe, @lizcaskey77 Website: www.lizcaskey.com You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design & beyond at www.lizcaskey.com You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/

In the show: -The origins and history of astrology in history and present day - How astrology's decline during the Inquisition and revival during the Renaissance led to its divide from astronomy. -How to use astrology as a tool on your life journey through knowing your sign–and even for those in your life like friends, family, and colleagues. Timestamps for each sign: - 19:48 Aries (March 21st to April 19th) - 24:26 Taurus (April 20th to May 20th) - 26:25 Gemini (May 21st to June 20th) - 28:08 Cancer (June 21st to July 22nd) - 30:56 Leo (July 23rd to August 22nd) - 33:38 Virgo (August 23rd to September 22nd) - 36:39 Libra (September 23rd to October 22nd) - 39:49 Scorpio (October 23rd to November 21st) - 44:37 Sagittarius (November 22nd to December 21st) - 48:17 Capricorn (December 22nd to January 19th) - 51:18 Aquarius (January 20th to February 18th) - 57:47 Pisces (February 19th to March 20th) - 1:01:47 Importance of Sun, Moon, and Rising Signs in Birth Charts - A discussion of how to navigate Mercury Retrograde–what it is, isn’t and how to work with the snafus and backwards energy 3x per year -A short round-up of one of the best places to stargaze in the world–the Atacama Desert! Liz shares a few tips for planning a trip and traveling. Resources: Instagram: @tarotbytashi Website: www.tarotbytashi.com You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design & beyond at www.lizcaskey.com You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/

In this episode we cover: -The wine revolution in Chile and how Rodrigo started exploring the wine in Burgundy, France -His definition of terroir and how that relates to growing grapes and winemaking -The journey and a 10-year search to identify the perfect site to plant his vineyard in the rainy south of Chile–a place where nobody had planted vines before. -Understanding the climatic conditions in the south and their impact on wine production, and how ultimately these translate into Trapi’s unique wines -Why Trapi’s wines are vegan, sustainable, and have incredibly low sulfates -His future plans in the US market and the legacy he hopes to leave the Chilean wine industry Resources: Instagram: @trapidelbueno Order Trapi's wines You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design & beyond at www.lizcaskey.com You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/

Nestled at the feet of the towering Andes Mountains with more than 320 days of sunshine each year, Mendoza is a region defined by wine, much the way Bordeaux or Napa is. After all, it’s the world’s fourth largest wine producing region. Mendoza, however, is more than vineyards and wine cellars. It’s a place that feels like a last frontier where the Andes and the intensity of the sun is woven into every expression. With over 150,000 hectares of vineyards and hundreds of wineries, tucked away in the heart of Pedriel in the Lujan de Cuyo district is Cavas Wine Lodge, a Relais & Chateaux property founded by Cecilia Diaz Chuit and her husband Martin Rigal in 2005. The first luxury ‘wine lodge’ in Mendoza, Cavas came to life through their relentless vision, passion, and persistence. Their presence and personal touch as owners, too, is the secret sauce that makes this property so magical–and sustainable in time. Maybe you have stayed in Cavas, or perhaps it’s on your list to check out, in this interview, Cecilia will take you behind the scenes of Cavas--it's a bit like visiting a hotelier friend in Mendoza. Grab your 'vinito' and let’s go. In this episode we talk about: Resources: Instagram: @cavaswinelodge Website: www.cavaswinelodge.com You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design & beyond at www.lizcaskey.com You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/

With Caribbean and Pacific coastlines, rain forests, jungles, great valleys and rivers flowing from the Andes Mountains, desert, and fog forests, Colombia is a country with deep regionality and distinct food, culture and customs. As the country exports more and more talent in music, innovation, art, design, fashion, and now food, today we are going to introduce you to a brilliant tastemaker, chef, and food stylist, Mariana Velásquezz, a native of Bogotá. She’s spent the past two decades residing in New York and cooking in restaurant kitchens, food styling, and writing/collaborating on cookbooks and published her own cookbook called Colombiana, which she says brings it all full circle. Mariana shares why Colombia's culinary philosophy means ‘more is more’ and the inherent joy and generosity present in its cuisine, and culture, which anyone traveling to the region will immediately savor. In this episode we talk about: Colombiana Resources: Instagram: MarianaVelasquezV Website: www.marianavelasquez.com Casa Velasquez HostingWare: https://www.casavelasquez.co/ You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design & beyond at www.lizcaskey.com You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/

Contact us to plan your tripListen here You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design & beyond at www.lizcaskey.com You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/

If you missed Episode 22 on travel in South America, we highly recommend it. Listen here. Explore our destinations in South America Contact us to plan your trip You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design & beyond at www.lizcaskey.com You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/

In this episode we talk about: Resources: Matetic Vineyards (Chile) Benzinger Winery (Napa) Veramonte Winery (Chile) Quintessa Winery (Napa) Follow Rodrigo on Instagram You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design & beyond at www.lizcaskey.com You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/

In this episode: Resources: We are proud to be recommended by Condenast Traveler as a top Travel Advisor in 2020 and 2021. You can read our review and more about our approach here. Explore our destinations in South America Contact us to discuss your trip Revisit these episodes to spur wanderlust in: -Chile & Uruguay: From vineyards to beaches -The Peruvian Amazonian -Ecuador: The Galapagos, of course! -Argentina: Mendoza for wine lovers You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design & beyond at www.lizcaskey.com You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/

In this episode we talk about: Resources: Luca Wines Laura’s Instagram account Catena Wines Vino Argentino Gold in the Vineyard Catena Institute of Wine Malbec Terroir Study You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design & beyond at www.lizcaskey.com You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/

In this episode: Resources: Episode #1 with Santiago Achaval of Matervini Wine Episode #2 with Jake Standerfer of Coffee Culture Roasters Episode #13 with Guiliana Furci of Fungi Foundation Episode #15with Mark Gerrits of Obolo Chocolate You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design & beyond at www.lizcaskey.com You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/

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