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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.

10 Surprising Facts About Cambodian Food To Prepare For Your Culinary Trip

by Rosemary January 27, 2024January 16, 2024 Categories Cambodia
Facts About Cambodian Food by Authentic Food Quest

Cambodia is a fascinating country where the past is always present.   While the biggest draw to the country is the

Tags Phnom Penh, Siem Reap 44 Comments

Cuisine Wat Damnak Review: Experience Fine Dining in Siem Reap

by Rosemary April 15, 2024January 11, 2024 Categories Cambodia, Restaurants
Cuisine Wat Damnak Review: Experience Fine Dining in Siem Reap 1

Cambodian cuisine surprised us on our quest to explore the authentic food in the Kingdom of Cambodia. In Siem Reap,

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Authentic Santorini Tomato Fritters: Recipe From The Greek Island

by Rosemary March 6, 2025January 10, 2024 Categories Greece, Recipes
Plate of Tomato Fritters end of recipe by Authentic Food Quest

This summery Greek tomato fritters recipe is a quintessential dish from Santorini, Greece. Made from tomatoes and aromatic herbs and

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Cooking Class in Phnom Penh: Top 3 for Authentic Khmer Cuisine

by Rosemary January 27, 2024December 25, 2023 Categories Cambodia, Cooking
Kmer Cooking Class in Phnom Penh by Authentic Food Quest

Taking a cooking class in Phnom Penh is one of the most delicious ways to dive into local food culture

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A Guide to Royal Lao Cuisine: Experience Rosewood Luang Prabang

by Rosemary December 22, 2023 Categories Laos, People In Food, Restaurants
Lao Cuisine Rosewood Luang Prabang by Authentic Food Quest

Regarded as the country’s culinary capital, Luang Prabang was once known throughout Laos for its exceptional food.  The main reason?

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Effortless Mini Basque Cheesecake Recipe

by Rosemary August 22, 2024December 19, 2023 Categories Recipes, Spain
Mini Basque Cheesecake by Authentic Food Quest

This mini Basque cheesecake recipe is for a creamy and smooth, cheesecake originally from San Sebastian, Spain. Unbelievably delicious, it

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Top 7 Cooking Classes in Siem Reap To Master Khmer Cuisine

by Rosemary September 18, 2024December 17, 2023 Categories Cambodia, Cooking
Cooking Classes in Siem Reap by Authentic Food Quest

Cooking classes in Siem Reap take you to the heart of the local food culture with market visits and hands-on

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Is Snake River Farms Worth It? Review of SRF Beef, Pork, and Seafood

by Rosemary June 4, 2024November 27, 2023 Categories Food Traveler Tips, USA
1200 Snake River Farms Reviews by Authentic Food Quest

After trying out Snake River Farms American Wagyu beef for the first time, we were delighted. Now, with more products

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10 Tasty Food Tours in Athens for a Local Foodie Experience

by Rosemary April 9, 2025November 22, 2023 Categories Greece, Tours
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Going on food tours in Athens is the best way to explore Greek cuisine with its unique flavors and rich

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San Sebastian Food Guide: 12 Must-Try Basque Dishes And Culinary Experiences

by Rosemary December 23, 2023November 19, 2023 Categories Dishes, Spain
San Sebastian Food Guide by Authentic Food Quest

San Sebastian, the food capital of Spain, is a culinary jewel in northern Spain. San Sebastian food is famous worldwide

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