Being In The Restaurant Industry, Hiking In Patagonia, And Favorite Food Experiences With Gabriel

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Gabriel is one of the bloggers behind Chef Travel Guide, a blog based in California that emphasizes outdoor adventures and tasty treats along the way.

Since he was a child, Gabriel had a passion for food which launched him into the restaurant industry. By being a stagiaire at esteemed restaurants around the world, Gabriel gained an abundance of knowledge that led him to cook at amazing restaurants.

While working in a restaurant, Gabriel met his wife, Kristel, a pastry chef who loved to travel. With their immense shared knowledge about food and passion for adventuring, their blog, Chef Travel Guide, was born.

In our conversation, we discuss what it’s like being in the restaurant industry, hiking in Patagonia, and Gabriel’s favorite food moments.

In today’s episode you will learn:

What to expect from northern Thai cuisine
How northern Thai cuisine differs from well known Thai dishes
What eating at the Northern Gate Market is like
How travel can change your perspective on life
How POWERFUL food can impact your memories
What it’s really like in the restaurant industry
About being stagiaire
Why a stagiaire is important to young chefs and restaurants
Tips for planning your trip to Patagonia
Where to start for BEGINNERS in Patagonia for hiking
What it’s like to scuba dive
Tips for beginners for scuba diving

Mentioned Places

Chang Phueak Pork Leg Rice – Cowboy Hat Lady Stall
ประตูเมือง Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

Suki Koka – Sauteed Cabbage
QXWP+94F, Tambon Si Phum, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

Veccina – Italian Food
Ac. 85 #12-61, Localidad de Chapinero, Bogotá, Cundinamarca, Colombia

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Chris Kretzer

Chris Kretzer has traveled the world visiting over 35 countries and eating his way through every city. With his wife Tiarra, they explore different food cultures and create food guides, podcasts, and travel articles helping everyone experience the world through food.