Dishes N Destinations

The holidays are upon us and we are in the lounge expressing gratitude.  Listen in to find out what we are most thankful for and we'll also share some of our holiday traditions from the Virgin Islands.

International travel is one of our favorite things!  It's so interesting to see how people live in other parts of the world.  One thing we should recognize is everywhere is NOT like the USA.  This week in the lounge we discuss the importance of respecting other cultures while traveling abroad.

This week is a foodie episode and it's all about grilling!  Joining us in the lounge is the “Meat Doctor” Chef Dwayne Thompson.  We'll learn grilling best practices and how NOT to get your eyebrows seared off.  Listen in to become a better grill master!

After a small hiatus, Toya & Clavia are back in the lounge.  Grab your earbuds and find out what happened on Clavia's first trip in 2 years.  Toya also shares her observations on what's going down in the culinary industry.  Get in the lounge and let's catch up!

Can you believe 2021 is almost over?  Where did the time go??  Join us in the lounge for our final episode of the year as we look back on our favorite episodes.  You'll even get some hints on what we have planned for 2022!

Welcome back to the lounge for a brand new destination highlight - Peru!  This country is so much more than Machu Picchu (even though that's pretty important).  Listen in to learn about the things to do, sights to see and things to eat (or not).

Welcome back to the lounge!  As the world is slowly reopening we are talking about our bucket list destinations for an ultimate dream vacation.  We are ready to dust off our luggage and hit the skies again.  What's #1 on your list?

Hang with us in the lounge this week where we share our favorite (and not so favorite) travel and dining experiences.  Find out what we consider some of the best airlines, hotels, and restaurants (and also some places we'd rather not visit again).  

We've all traveled with someone at one point or another.  Were they a compatible travel partner?  Would you travel with them again?  This week in the lounge we are chatting about the various types of travel buddies you are bound to encounter.  Listen in for some good laughs! 

We are in the lounge this week chatting about the “Spice Island” - Grenada.  Our special guests are Christine Noel-Horsford of Grenada Tourism Authority and Chef Belinda Bishop of Flavours of Grenada.  Find out why this is one of the best off-the-beaten-track destinations for cultural and culinary adventures!

Join us in the lounge this week as we talk about one of our favorite things - FOOD!  Did you know there was National Pizza Party Day?  Learn about this and other interesting food holidays to celebrate.

We've talked about travel shaming, but who would've thought vaccine shaming would be a thing too?  Chill with us in the lounge this week as we discuss this new trend.

We are hanging in the lounge this week with our special guest Dan Taugher of the Cayman Islands Dept. of Tourism.   Discover the unique personalities, culture and cuisine of these three islands.  This is more than just a popular cruise port!

Meet us in the lounge this week where we will be highlighting the Grand Canyon State - Arizona! Our special guest is Joanna Tejeda of the Arizona Office of Tourism.  This episode only scratches the surface of what this state has to offer.  Definitely not just desert and cactus!

This week we are taking it to none other than Las Vegas!  Join us in the lounge as we chat with Scott Fujinaga of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority.  This is so much more than buffets and gaming.  You are going to love this!

This week we are headed to the west coast to hear all about San Diego.  We'll be in the lounge chatting with Benjamin Eastman, Director of Tourism Development for the San Diego Tourism Authority.  Benjamin gives us the scoop on why this city is known for its lovely beaches and diverse food scene.

Join us in the lounge this week as we chat with Jadine Yarde, CEO of Nevis Tourism Authority.  Known for its unspoiled beaches and old-world charm, Nevis is considered a hidden gem in the Caribbean.  Learn about the unique experiences and modern cuisine that can be found on this island.

To kick off Spring, we’ll be chatting about sunny Ft. Lauderdale.  We will be joined by Caitlan Etchevers of the Greater Ft. Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau.  Not ready to travel internationally?  Caitlan fills us in on why Ft. Lauderdale is the ideal domestic destination (and all the food that comes with it).

The pandemic has brought out the best and worst in many people. This week in the lounge we talk about the controversy surrounding wearing a mask to protect against COVID-19. Are you for or against it?

This week it’s all about travel shaming. Is this really a thing? Join us in the lounge where we take a deep dive into this not-so-new phenomenon.

This week we are lounging with our awesome guest, Susie Albin-Najera of Los Cabos Tourism Board. We hear about Lovers Beach, Divorce Beach, and the best farm to table cuisine. Find out what truly makes this modern and sophisticated destination a major Mexican hotspot.

In this week’s episode, we are hanging in the lounge with our special guest, Norrell Joseph of Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority. Norrell fills us in on why “the beach is just the beginning” on the twin-island nation. And if you don’t know what a black pineapple is, listen in to find out!

We are back in the lounge with our first destination highlight of 2021, the lovely island of Puerto Rico! Our special guest is Narciso Moreno of Discover Puerto Rico. Listen in as we chat about how the island is managing COVID 19, the amazing food that we can’t wait to try, and some of the best-kept secrets in Puerto Rico.

Join us in the lounge for our New Year's episode where we discuss the vast differences of travel in the past and present. Our guest, flight attendant extraordinaire, Leonardo Miller also gives us the scoop on how things REALLY are in the “friendly skies”.

In this week’s episode we talk about Dubai, an international melting pot and home to the world’s tallest building. We’ll be joined by our special guest Soraya Al Olama of Dubai Tourism. She will fill us in on the latest COVID-19 protocols, the must do activities in Dubai, and the upcoming Dubai Expo.

On this week's episode we find out why Clavia got kicked out of a prominent restaurant and Toya reveals who the REAL gatekeeper is of dinner reservations.

We continue our celebration of the USVI. Discover a unique dish Ralph replicated that we should all taste! We then reminisce about the great times growing up in the islands.

A two part special where we honor our hometown, the US Virgin Islands. We will be joined by 2 very special guests, Kay Milliner-Kitchens, Director of Sales for the US Virgin Islands Department of Tourism and Ralph Motta, Executive Chef of Motta Cuisine in St. Croix .In part one of our series meet our guests, hear about the current COVID protocols, and learn about the diverse personalities of our islands.

This week we are talking about etiquette. Does it still exist in dining and travel spaces? Find out some of the inconsiderate behaviors we’ve experienced!

In this episode we discuss the impact COVID-19 has had on our industries. We also jump into our first destination highlight – Bali. One of our favorite places on the planet!

Welcome to the Lounge! Get to know Toya & Clavia and what Dishes N Destinations is all about.