Guides

Looking for the best places to eat, drink, and explore on your next trip? You’re in the right place.

Welcome to the official Taste Trekker Guides — your go-to resource for honest food reviews, brewery visits, must-see attractions, and practical travel tips from destinations around the world.

These guides cover everything from major cities and cruise ports to scenic regions and travel experiences in between. Whether you’re planning a weekend city break, exploring a beautiful Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, or stopping somewhere new on a cruise itinerary, you’ll find carefully organised travel content to help you make the most of your visit.

Each guide brings together the places I’ve personally visited and reviewed — from restaurants and cafés to breweries, attractions, and unique local experiences — so you can explore with confidence.

Whether you’re searching for the best BBQ in Kansas City, hidden food gems in Toronto, craft beer spots in Barcelona, great restaurants near a cruise port, or things to do during a short stop in port, everything is organised into easy-to-navigate guides.

Inside the Taste Trekker Guides you’ll find:

In-depth restaurant reviews using The Gourmet Gauge
Independent breweries, distilleries, and tasting experiences
Top attractions and unique things to do
Guides to cruise ports and cruise ship experiences
Practical travel tips to help you plan smarter
Future downloadable food maps and curated travel guides

Whether you’re planning a foodie getaway, researching a cruise destination, or simply looking for inspiration for your next adventure, start by selecting a guide below and discover the very best each destination has to offer.

Your next great meal — and adventure — starts here.