Journey through Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region to explore its agricultural roots and culinary treasures — from Culatello and Parmigiano Reggiano to truffles, tomatoes, pasta, and olive oil.
Author: jilldutton
Jill Dutton is a travel writer who seeks out locally celebrated foods, outdoor activities, and liquor trends. She’s passionate about telling the stories of those she meets on her travels and recently launched Global Plates: The People We Meet, The Food They Eat (syndicated column), and Global Journeys with Jill Dutton (podcast). Jill is a Kansas City expert as well as a train travel expert. Readers of her stories have come to expect an intimate look at authentic travel experiences.
Next Generation Peach Farmer Cultivates a Legacy of Innovation at Pearson Farm
Fifth-generation farmer Lawton Pearson is blending tradition with innovation to preserve and strengthen Georgia’s iconic peach and pecan farm for future generations. In the heart of Georgia peach country, Lawton Pearson is redefining what it means to carry on a family legacy. A fifth-generation farmer at Pearson Farm in Fort Valley, Pearson left behind a career in…
Gardopia Gardens Grows Resilient Communities Through School Gardens and Urban Ag
Stephen Lucke, founder of Gardopia Gardens in San Antonio, is using school gardens and drought-smart agriculture to empower the next generation and grow healthier, more resilient communities. In the face of rising temperatures, food insecurity and dwindling green space, Stephen Lucke is planting more than just seeds in urban San Antonio, he’s planting solutions. As…
Tennessee Grown: How Urban Farms are Feeding the Future
For Bobby and Derravia Rich, their passion project started with a single backyard garden. While attending the master gardener program at the University of Tennessee Extension, Bobby Rich decided to apply what he was learning right at home in Memphis. What began as rows of collards and tomatoes given away to neighbors quickly grew into…
Travel and Wellness in the New Year: Our Favorite Products
Welcome to our New Year Travel and Wellness Guide! As the clock strikes midnight and we bid farewell to another year, it’s the perfect time to embrace new beginnings, explore new destinations and commit to personal well-being. Whether you’re an avid traveler seeking your next adventure or someone looking to refresh and rejuvenate, this guide…
Discover Ultimate Luxury in Southern France: A 6-Day barge cruise on the Anjodi with European Waterways
In southern France, a leisurely getaway awaits on a luxury barge hotel cruise with European Waterways. Imagine six nights of cruising the Canal du Midi surrounded by picturesque vineyards and historic villages, while indulging in authentic French cuisine and wine pairings. It’s a mode of travel that offers small groups of up to eight passengers…
Canal Barge Life, the Foods of Gascony, Memoir Writing, and a Creative Retreat in a 300-Year-Old Farmhouse: A Conversation with Kate Hill of Relais de Camont
I met Kate Hill, proprietor of Relais de Camont while participating in a food and memoir writing residency at her renovated farmhouse in southwest France. I knew I wanted to share her story. In this week’s episode of Global Journeys with Jill Dutton, we dive into the life and adventures of Kate Hill, a barge-dwelling…
3 Weeks in France: Travelogue
The following was recorded during a travelogue I presented about my three-week trip to France. Sixteen people joined us in person while others watched via Zoom. The travelogue gives you a glimpse at the experience, what led to the trip, some of my trials and highlights, and offers tips for solo and international travel at…
Eating My Way Through France: The French Paradox
During my three-week tour of France, I tried it all, enjoying every bite of the rich, indulgent flavors of the region. Sure that I would gain at least 20 lbs., I was surprised to return home and find that I didn’t gain a pound (well, two pounds that fell off immediately – probably airplane retention)….
Echoes of the Frontier: Unveiling the Legends of Deadwood, South Dakota with Andy Mosher
Journey with us to a place where the echoes of spurs and shootouts are just as vivid as the tales of gold miners who once walked its streets. Deadwood, South Dakota, is a town where history is not just remembered; it’s relived with every step down its storied Main Street. In our latest podcast episode,…
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