Planning Culinary Travel

Michelin Stars, Yelp Reviews, Zagat Reviews Defined

What are "Michelin stars" and how are they awarded? How does Yelp review restaurants? How do Zagat guides work? Definitions for popular food reviewers and an explanation of how they work, including praise and criticism.

What are Michelin Stars?

The term "Michelin Star" is a hallmark of fine dining quality. The guidebook reviews restaurants all over the world, but awards stars to very few restaurants. Here's how it works.

Culinary Travel Planning Tip: In-Flight Comfort Kits

The key to a good culinary trip is arriving with a good appetite.

Culinary Travel Defined

What is culinary travel? How is a culinary trip different from all other trips? For the culinary traveler, food and drink are not incidental to the trip, but an important part of travel.

How to Taste Wine

Prepare for your winery tour by boning up on the basics of wine tasting.

How to Taste Beer

A guide to get the most out of each beer glass you lift.

Beer Festival Attack Plan

How to get the most out of your next beer festival.

How to Shop at a Farm Market

Here's a survival guide for shopping a farm market.