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Rosemary Kimani is the co-founder and editor-in-chief at Authentic Food Quest, where she helps travelers connect with cultures through food and immersive cooking vacations. Since 2015, she and her partner, Claire, have explored the cuisine of 45 countries and 290+ food cities. Her work has been featured in Lonely Planet, Business Insider, Huffington Post, and more. A co-author of three books, including a collaboration with Costa Brava Tourism, she blends storytelling with culinary exploration. When not discovering new flavors, she’s an avid runner, having completed eleven marathons. Previously, she held senior strategy roles in advertising.

25 Authentic Balkan Food and Drinks You’ll Want To Try

by Rosemary January 3, 2024September 11, 2023 Categories Bulgaria, Dishes, Montenegro
1200 Authentic Balkan Foods by Authentic Food Quest

Balkan food, underrated and not well known, is rich in diversity and cultural influences. At the crossroads of cultures and

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10 Best Food Tours in Lima For A Peruvian Feast

by Rosemary October 31, 2023September 11, 2023 Categories Peru, Tours
Food Tours In Lima by Authentic Food Quest

Taking food tours in Lima is a delicious way to discover why Peru’s capital is a top gastronomic destination in

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10 Must-Try Arequipa Food And Drinks in Peru

by Rosemary September 16, 2023August 30, 2023 Categories Peru, Dishes
Arequipa Food by Authentic Food Quest

Arequipa food is a gastronomic gem within Peru. Even though the city is only about one-tenth of Lima, its cuisine,

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Maca Drink from Peru: A Guide to The Incas Superfood (With Recipe)

by Rosemary April 17, 2024August 29, 2023 Categories Drinks, Peru, Recipes
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We first heard about Maca drink when we arrived in Peru and were staying with a local family.  Over breakfast

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Perfect Blackened Grouper Recipe

by Rosemary January 27, 2024August 29, 2023 Categories Recipes, USA
Blackened Grouper Recipe by Authentic Food Quest

This 15-minute blackened grouper recipe is effortless for a weeknight and perfect for guests. Savor flaky grouper fillets coated in

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Gambas de Palamos Spain: Tasting The Best Shrimp in The World

by Rosemary January 3, 2024August 16, 2023 Categories Spain, Dishes, Tours
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Gambas de Palamos, the jewel of the Mediterranean coast, are considered the best-tasting shrimp in the world! Also known as

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10 Top-Rated Wine Tasting and Tours in Bologna

by Rosemary February 25, 2025August 15, 2023 Categories Italy, Tours
Wine Tasting Bologna by Authentic Food Quest

Bologna, one of Italy’s gastronomic cities, is also home to a rich tradition of wine making. While exploring the local

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Costa Brava Food Guide: 10 Must-Try Dishes & Culinary Experiences

by Rosemary April 9, 2024August 14, 2023 Categories Dishes, Spain, Tours
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Costa Brava food is a wonderful fusion of flavors from the “Sea and Mountain,” or Mar i Muntanya.  While mostly

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Lao Papaya Salad Recipe: How To Make The Famous Laotian Salad

by Rosemary December 23, 2023August 1, 2023 Categories Laos, Recipes
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This easy, and vibrant Lao papaya salad recipe is a delicious and iconic Laotian dish. Bursts of crunchy, spicy, and

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12 Scenic Chianti Wine Tours from Florence for Tastings & Sightseeing

by Rosemary February 25, 2025July 17, 2023 Categories Italy, Tours
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Taking Chianti wine tours is an unforgettable exploration of one of Italy’s most cherished wine regions.  While in Florence, we

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