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Claire is co-founder of Authentic Food Quest and a lover of simple and exquisite cuisine. Since 2015, with her partner, Rosemary, she has been traveling the world as a digital nomad showcasing local food experiences and immersive cooking vacations. A former mechanical engineer, Claire is the driving force behind SEO, website analytics, and keeping Authentic Food Quest running smoothly. When Claire is not savoring global flavors, she can be found running, cycling, or hiking.

Top 7 Sicily Food Tours for an Epic Foodie Journey

by Claire March 7, 2025 Categories Italy, Tours
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Sicily food tours introduce you to the sumptuous flavors found across the island. This large and diverse Italian island offers

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Palermo Food Tours: Best Way to Eat Street Food Like a Local in Sicily

by Claire March 6, 2025March 6, 2025 Categories Italy, Tours
La Vucciria Palermo Street Food Tour by Authentic Food Quest

In a city that’s ranked one of the best in Europe for street food, taking a Palermo food tour is

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10 Top Cooking Classes in Rome You’ll Love

by Claire February 25, 2025February 24, 2025 Categories Cooking, Italy
Rome Cooking Classes by Authentic Food Quest

Rome cooking classes offer fun and immersive ways to explore the city’s rich culinary heritage.   With the guidance of local

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6 Unforgettable Cooking Vacations in France You’ll Love

by Claire July 23, 2025February 9, 2025 Categories Cooking, France
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Taking cooking vacations in France is a delicious way to explore the country, its culture, and people through the cuisine.

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10 Stylish Cookbook Holders to Upgrade Your Kitchen Setup

by Claire January 28, 2025 Categories Cookbooks
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Having a cookbook holder when cooking makes things so much easier. Even the best chefs in the world need a

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12 Italian Cookbooks to Explore Italy’s Cuisine and Culture

by Claire January 28, 2025 Categories Cookbooks, Italy
Best Italian Cookbooks by Authentic Food Quest

Italian cuisine, a favorite worldwide, is flavorsome, unpretentious and delicious food many want to master. As we traveled through Italy,

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How To Prevent Traveler’s Diarrhea: Travelan Review And Its Alternative

by Claire January 26, 2025 Categories Food Traveler Tips
Travelan Review by Authentic Food Quest

When you hear the words Delhi belly, Bali belly, or Montezuma’s revenge, what comes to mind? For us, the mere

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10 Reliable Wine Suitcases to Protect Your Bottles on the Go

by Claire March 6, 2025January 24, 2025 Categories Drinks, Food Traveler Tips
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If you’re a wine enthusiast, you may be planning a trip to your next or favorite wine destination.   And like

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7 Unforgettable Cooking Vacations in Spain

by Claire January 24, 2025 Categories Cooking, Spain
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Spanish cuisine is rich, varied and made with excellent products and traditions. Taking cooking vacations in Spain with local chefs

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Top 7 Greek Wine Tasting and Wine Bars in Athens

by Claire April 3, 2025July 31, 2024 Categories Greece, Tours
Athens Wine Tasting by Authentic Food Quest

Wine, a divine gift from the gods, is integral to Greece’s rich history and heritage. While in Athens on our

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