On a wind- and sea-battered cliff in Ahu Akahanga lies a massive moaistatue, once standing tall but toppled over by Rapa Nui men during a period of social unrest. The statue, which the locals circled with rocks as protection from tourists, may soon be swallowed up by the ocean as the cliffside, along with many …
Chilean Patagonia is one of the most desolate regions on earth. Glaciers and mountainous peaks in the far north, mist-covered fjords in the southernmost tip, and steppe-like plains and salt basins that stretch into the Andes. Punta Arenas, the region’s capital city, is home to merely 127,454 people, while Clarence Island, its third most habitable …
In Search of Birds and Barren Lands in the Fabled Edge of the World Read More
When cooking merged with science and chefs became celebrities, the culinary spotlights shifted from the western world to lesser-known food destinations. On top of the list is South America, a continent known for the diversity of its people, cultures, terrains, and not surprisingly, flavors. From Brazil to Patagonia, from gaucho staples to complex tasting menus, …
Chefs Rethinking the Flavors of South America: From the Coast to the Andes Read More
Are you finally ready to show your culinary skills to the world and get paid for it? Being an entrepreneur, doing what you are passionate about is the most fantastic thing. If you are wondering where to start, here’s some info to get you started: Decide on the Niche You might be good at cooking …