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    What I Experienced Eating at Franklin BBQ for the First Time

    Franklin BBQ brisket and ribs

    Find out what it's like to eat at Franklin BBQ in Austin, Texas, and whether Dave thinks it's worth the hours-long wait in line for brisket.

    The Ultimate Guide to the Best BBQ in Austin

    Dave at Franklin Barbecue (photo: Kelly Lemons)

    Discover the best BBQ in Austin, Texas, including award-winning Franklin Barbecue and up-and-coming food trucks like Distant Relatives.

    My Favorite Sushi Restaurants in Austin

    Sushi Bar ATX

    Discover the best sushi in Austin, Texas, a reflection of the skill, dedication, and inventiveness of American and Japanese-born chefs.

    Touring Shiner Brewery: A Taste of Texas Heritage

    K. Spoetzl Brewery entrance

    Explore the oldest independent brewery in Texas on a Shiner brewery tour. Learn about the beer-making process, and try some samples, too!

    My 20 Best Dishes in 2021

    Mango habanero glazed swordfish

    Discover Dave's best dishes in 2021, including restaurants in Austin, Marfa, San Francisco, and Honolulu. Click to read more.

    A Taste of Marfa: Exploring the Desert Town's Restaurants and Cafes

    Pistachio chicken fried steak with jalapeño gravy

    The best restaurants in Marfa, Texas, include Jett's Grill at the historic Paisano Hotel, and casual spots like the Water Stop.

    Where To Eat in Oahu, From Honolulu to the North Shore

    The best places to eat in Oahu, from Chinatown standouts and Hawaiian classics in Honolulu to iconic North Shore food stops.

    Hawaiian French Fusion at M by Jeremy Shigekane

    Foie gras mousse with Thai basil, white wine gelee, and sweet bread.

    One of the best restaurants in Oahu is M by Jeremy Shigekane, a French-style bistro offering Hawaiian food made with local ingredients.

    Hula Pie Heaven: My Sweet Escape at Duke’s Waikiki

    Hula Pie at Duke's in Waikiki, Hawaii

    Discover the famous Hula Pie at Duke's Waikiki in Honolulu, Hawaii. Bring friends because this ice cream pie is enormous!

    Discovering Malasadas at Leonard's Bakery in Honolulu

    Yam malasada on Waikiki Beach

    Try some of the best malasadas at Leonard's Bakery. This famous, family-owned bakery is a Honolulu institution.

    Raise a Glass to San Francisco's Best Bars

    Zero-alcohol cocktail at True Laurel

    The best bars in San Francisco include historical spots like the Redwood Room, plus new arrivals such as True Laurel and Bar Sprezzatura.

    Where To Find the Best Bakeries in San Francisco

    Pain au chocolat at Tartine Manufactory

    The best bakeries in San Francisco feature award-winning pastry chefs, artisanal breads, buttery croissants, and a variety of sweet desserts.

    Eating Alone with Confidence: My Top Tips and Tricks

    Dave eating alone in Trinidad, Cuba

    Learn how to eat alone and enjoy yourself, whether you're close to home or traveling abroad. Specific tips to relax and have fun dining solo!

    Sipping in Style: My Adventures at The World's 50 Best Bars

    Garibaldi at Dante, one of the world's best bars

    Dave shares his experiences drinking craft cocktails at nine of the world's best bars in North and South America, and Europe.

    Oaxaca Food: The Street Eats and Markets

    Oaxacan street tacos

    Oaxaca food, running the gamut from tacos and grasshoppers to moles and more, was a big part of my two-month stay in the Mexican city.

    Dining in Oaxaca: 4 Restaurants You Won't Want To Miss

    The best restaurants in Oaxaca showcase regional favorites such as mole, chocolate, and mezcal with elegance and respect for tradition.

    Cayena Beach Villa on Colombia's Caribbean Coast

    Featuring a gorgeous pool and friendly staff, Cayena Beach Villa is a boutique luxury villa on Costeño Beach on Colombia's Caribbean coast.

    Fried Chicken at Willie Mae's Scotch House

    Willie Mae's Scotch House

    Discover why the award-winning Willie Mae's Scotch House is known for the best fried chicken in New Orleans.

    80 Years of Creole Cooking at Dooky Chase’s Restaurant

    Outside Dooky Chase's Restaurant

    Few eating establishments in New Orleans, Louisiana, are as beloved and historically significant as Dooky Chase's Restaurant.

    My 20 Best Savory Bites of 2020

    Dave with cacio e pepe and white truffle pizza at Bufalina

    In a year without travel, Dave shares pictures of his twenty best savory bites from Austin, Texas.

    The Year in Pastries: Sweet Surrender in Austin, TX

    Bougatsa at Aba Restaurant

    Dave highlights the best desserts, pastries, donuts, gelato, and ice cream he tried in Austin, TX, in 2020.

    A Decade of Dining in Lima: My Picks for the Best Restaurants

    La Mar ceviche

    Over the last 20 years, chef Gastón Acurio and the best restaurants in Lima have propelled Peruvian food onto the world's culinary stage.

    My 10 Favorite Restaurants in Medellín

    Salmon tartare at In Situ in Medellin, Colombia

    The best restaurants in Medellín, Colombia feature foreign-trained chefs who sustainably source native ingredients from around the country.

    Modern Colombian Cuisine at Carmen in Medellín

    Appetizer at Carmen restaurant in Medellin, CO

    Carmen Restaurant offers a modern international menu with fresh, locally sourced ingredients in Medellín, Colombia.

    Medellin’s Finest: The Culinary Magic of El Cielo

    Salmon with tropical fruit sauce at El Cielo in Medellin

    At El Cielo Restaurant in Medellin, chef Juan Manuel Barrientos offers diners the magic of molecular gastronomy using local ingredients.

    Colombia's Best Restaurants Are in Bogotá

    Oro miel pineapple, pote cheese, masato, coquindo

    The best restaurants in Bogotá, Colombia, include world-class fine dining spots and long-standing Colombian favorites.

    Live Fire Cooking at Harry Sasson in Bogotá

    Beef filet at Harry Sasson in Bogota, Colombia

    Named after its owner, Chef Harry Sasson, this live-fire restaurant in Bogotá, Colombia, is housed in an old mansion with a spacious patio.

    Colombia's Biodiversity Is on Display at Leo in Bogotá

    Duck meat on corn flatbread at Leo in Bogota

    At Leo in Bogotá, award-winning Colombian chef Leonor Espinosa offers a world-class menu based on the biodiversity of her home country.

    Dining Out in Mexico City: Top Restaurants You Can't Miss

    Sea bass and a farm-fresh egg

    Dave shares his picks for the best restaurants in Mexico City based on his frequent trips to Mexico's capital.

    Sud 777 Offers Inspired Mexican Food in a Contemporary Space

    Cucumber melon tart at Sud 777 in Mexico City

    At Sud 777 in Mexico City, Mexican chef and co-owner Edgar Nuñez surprises and delights diners with his inspired and seasonal tasting menus

    Pujol: Experiencing Mexico City’s Top Restaurant for the First Time

    Purslane noodles, grilled onions, peppermint, and chile-covered balls of sheep cheese

    Dave recounts his lunch at chef Enrique Olvera's Pujol Restaurant in Mexico City. At the time, the tasting menu featured eleven courses.

    Exploring Latin America’s Best Restaurants: A Personal Guide

    Scallops, loche squash, and tumbo (-10 m) at Central restaurant in Lima, Peru

    Chefs at the best restaurants in Latin America use local ingredients to cook fresh, inventive dishes that reflect their culinary traditions.

    Exploring Nikkei Cuisine at Maido in Lima

    Ceviche at Maido in Lima, Peru

    At Maido in Lima, chef Mitsuharu ‘Micha’ Tsumura introduces diners to Nikkei cuisine, a mix of Peruvian ingredients and Japanese techniques.

    Savoring Peru: My Unforgettable Meal at Central Restaurante

    Cactus milk and retama petals (290 m) at Central in Lima

    Dave reflects on his incredible lunch at Central Restaurante in Lima, which featured creative courses sourced from throughout Peru.

    Hestia's Live-Fire Cooking Ignites Austin’s Food Scene

    Uni and cornbread at Hestia in downtown Austin, TX

    Chef Kevin Fink of Emmer & Rye brings live fire cooking and engaging service to downtown Austin with Hestia, his newest restaurant.

    Emmer & Rye, Where Heirloom Grains Reign Supreme

    Blue Beard Durum spaghetti "Cacio e Pepe"

    At Emmer & Rye in Austin, chefs Kevin Fink and Tavel Bristol-Joseph use heirloom grains and locally-sourced ingredients to create modern, seasonal menus.

    Eleven Madison Park: My First 3-Star Michelin Meal

    Caviar at Eleven Madison Park

    Eleven Madison Park is a three-star Michelin restaurant in New York City that was ranked the #1 restaurant in the world in 2017.

    Unforgettable Meals at Fifteen of the World's Best Restaurants

    Octopus at Central restaurant in Lima, Peru

    A running list of the world's best restaurants I've dined at during my travels, including Eleven Madison Park, Geranium, Pujol, and Central.

    Nashville Nights: A Guide to the Best Bars in Music City

    July 4th cocktail

    Dave highlights the best bars in Nashville for first time visitors, including rooftops, speakeasies, dives, and cocktail bars.

    Where To Find the Best Cocktails in Copenhagen

    Ruby bar in Copenhagen

    The best cocktail bars in Copenhagen reflect the city's growth as a foodie and fine dining destination over the last 10-15 years.

    Amass Restaurant: Matt Orlando's Approach to Zero Waste

    Lemon cucumber, Indian gherkin, squid, and snack pepper

    At Amass Restaurant in Copenhagen, chef Matt Orlando is taking sustainability to the extreme with a zero-waste approach to fine dining.

    A Taste of Perfection: My Birthday Lunch at Geranium in Copenhagen

    Wood sorrel and woodruff at Geranium in Copenhagen

    Dave celebrates his birthday with a multi-course lunch at chef Rasmus Kofoed's Geranium, one of the best restaurants in Copenhagen.

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