Tastebud Traveller

Tastebud Traveller

Travel lovers and foodies listen up. Tastebud Traveller is the new podcast from Better Homes and Gardens that will take you on a tasty adventure around the world. Join your hosts, Julia Zaetta and Ben Alcock as they visit a different destination in each episode, hitting tourist hotspots and hidden gems for your holiday inspiration. Each week, they’ll chat about where to stay, what to see, you’ll get the lowdown on local food and, of course, wine to enjoy as you unwind in one amazing location after another. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 17, 2020 47 secs

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In this episode we visit Jordan, home of Petra, Amman and Wadi Rum. Both Julia and Ben are keen to visit this historically rich place. To talk all about travelling through this ancient land – from archaeological sites to desert camping and star gazing – they're joined by Dana Kharoufeh of the Jordan Tourism Board who has top tips such as getting a Jordan Pass and exploring the Jordan Trail from the north hills to the Red Sea. Maria...

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February 4, 2020 41 mins

In this episode we visit Antarctica, home of penguins, natural ice sculptures and research stations. Both Julia and Ben are determined to tick this one off their bucket list sooner rather than later. To talk all about travelling to the icy continent, they're joined by Stephen Scourfield, travel editor of The West Australian newspaper and Travel Club. He breaks down how to get there by plane and boat, and what sailing the Drake Pass...

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January 28, 2020 52 mins

In this episode we visit Chile, home of the Atacama Desert, the Patagonian Andes and the gateway to Easter Island! Ben has travelled through Chile and has lots to say about what he saw and ate along the way. Julia hasn't been but dreams of skiing the Andes and visiting the amazing national park Torres del Paine. They’re joined by Manuela Nielsen from Chile Travel who takes us up and down the country from the desert to ice fields, v...

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January 20, 2020 58 mins

In this episode we visit the western United States, home of iconic cities, canyons and cowboys. Julia and Ben both love this destination, from Nevada to New Mexico, Colorado and Arizona, with its wild west past and contemporary charm. Julia can’t get enough of the Native American culture and Ben recalls an epic road trip. They’re joined by Celina Sinclair of the Utah Office of Tourism who guides us through this beautiful state, inc...

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January 12, 2020 44 mins

In this episode we visit the United Arab Emirates, home of the Burj Khalifa (the world’s tallest building), the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the Emirates Palace. Julia and Ben have both been to Dubai and loved it, and Ben has also visited Abu Dhabi. They wax lyrical about the desert, beaches, souks, malls and cocktails! They're joined by Suzanne Tobin of Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi to talk about all the things to...

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January 4, 2020 47 mins

In this episode we visit South Africa, home of the Cape Town, Table Mountain and Nelson Mandela. Julia shares her very memorable trip, including a bicycle ride through the famous township of Soweto and a wildflower safari! Ben hasn’t been but is primed to go and has lots of questions. They're joined by Mosilo Sofonia of South African Tourism to talk about travelling this amazing country from the Big 5 experience to exploring the ci...

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December 24, 2019 60 mins

Merry Christmas from the Tastebud Traveller team! In this episode, Julia and Ben reminisce on their best Christmases and New Year’s at home and abroad. Maria Sykes from Visit Britain comes on to talk about how you can have a magical holiday season in the UK, from amazing bars, shopping and festive experiences. Rupert Geiger from Munich Travel comes on to talk about Julia’s favourite thing – the Christmas market! Get ready for mulle...

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December 21, 2019 48 mins

In this episode we visit Egypt, home of the Sphinx, the pyramids and the Nile river! Julia and Ben haven't visited but have a bucket list of things they want to see and do. Ben is keen on Alexandria while Julia wants to sail on a felucca. They're joined by Skye Peacham of Travel Associates to talk about travelling in the land of the Pharoahs by rail, river and road and all the must-see destinations. Cookbook author and TV personali...

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December 15, 2019 44 mins

In this episode we visit Brazil, home of Rio de Janeiro, the Iguazu Falls and Carnival! Julia hasn't visited but listens avidly to Ben’s stories of travel in this huge country! They're joined by Tig Martin of Eclipse Travel who spent years in South America. Ana and Jason of Brazilian Style Imports come into the studio to lift the lid on wines from Brazil and soft drinks, too! Then Andre Felicio from Braza talks about delicious Braz...

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December 7, 2019 49 mins

In this episode we visit India, home of the Taj Mahal, Bollywood and spicy food. Julia hasn't visited but is inspired by Ben's memories of the vibrant, chaotic and unforgettable trip he took. They're joined by celebrity chef Christine Manfield who has been to India more than 40 times and written both a cookbook and travel guide to the country. Ian Hemphill of Herbie's Spices comes on the show to talk about the flavour of India and ...

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November 30, 2019 51 mins

In this episode we visit Vietnam, home of Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh and banh mi. Julia and Ben wax lyrical about this vibrant destination. They're joined by Diane Lee an Aussie expat who gives an insight into living in Vietnam, while chef and TV host Luke Nguyen, who has a new show on SBS, takes us on a culinary tour of the country. And Eddie McDougall of The Flying Winemaker talks to us about all things Vietnam wine.


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November 21, 2019 40 mins
In this episode we visit Argentina, home of the Perito Moreno Glacier, Malbec and chimichurri! Ben has visited Argentina and takes it from the glaciers in the south to the incredible waterfalls in the north. Julia hasn't been but dreams of dancing the tango with a gaucho. Our duo are joined by three guests who each share valuable tidbits about travelling to Argentina. Tig Martin from Eclipse Travel dives into top tourist attraction...

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November 15, 2019 48 mins

In this episode we visit China, home of The Great Wall, The Terracotta Army and Peking duck! Ben has lots to share about his experiences in this vast and amazing country and Julia has a lot to say about the food. They're joined by Stephen Scourfield, the Travel editor of The West Australian, to talk about must-see places and blogger Maggie Zhu, of The Omnivores Cookbook, to talk about Chinese cuisine. Then wine critic and auth...

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November 13, 2019 1 min
Hello, Tastebud Travellers! Listen up to find out when Julia and Ben will be back with season two. Spoiler alert, it's very, very soon. We'll have more great guests and our fabulous sponsor Collette is back on board, too. Let's go on a gourmet globe trot!


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November 1, 2019 28 mins

Hello listeners! We know you’re waiting for Ben and Julia to thrill your ears with season two so we thought we’d give you a little something to listen to in the meantime. So please enjoy this episode of Trolley Watch, a fabulous podcast from our friends Amy Sinclair and Barb Northwood. These gals love food and love talking about it even more. Get ready for blind taste tests, top food tips, amazing kitchen hacks and crazy cooking di...

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September 28, 2019 1 min
We hope you enjoyed the first season of Tastebud Traveller. Your host Julia Zaetta gives you an update on season two. If you'd like to get in touch with us, please email bhgmagenquiries@pacificmags.com.au and put 'Tastebud Traveller' in the subject line.


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September 21, 2019 47 mins
In this episode we visit France, home of Champagne, canals and croissants! Ben has only been to Paris but it ticked all his boxes of a great walking city. Julia has visited France many times, so fills him in on all the amazing places to go beyond the famous capital city from the Loire Valley to the French Riviera. They're joined by Sandrine Le Gaillard from Entire Travel who gives her top tips for holidaying in France, from barge c...

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September 13, 2019 48 mins
In this episode we visit Austria, home of Vienna, wiener schnitzel and the waltz! Julia waxes lyrical about the skiing and – once again – the Christmas markets! Ben is keen to learn all he can, having only zipped through a corner of the country once on a train. They’re joined by Kathrina Denk from the Austrian National Tourist Office who shares must-sees and hidden gems, then chef and wine importer Andreas Puhar from Enoteca takes ...

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September 7, 2019 37 mins
In this episode we visit Ireland, home of glorious green hills, Guinness and the Blarney Stone! Julia hasn’t visited the Emerald Isle so picks Ben's brains about his trips, involving iconic Dublin and a country wedding. Ben has seen the incomparable Book of Kells, visited stone-age monument Newgrange and patronised the hostelries of Temple Bar. They're joined by Sofia Hansson from Tourism Ireland to talk about travel in t...

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