Traveling with kids to foreign countries comes with exotic menu items. Depending on your children’s ages and personalities, they may have difficulty stepping out of their daily routine and trying something new. This can make family vacations fraught with uncertainty and unhappiness as you search for snacks your kids will enjoy. According to Lonely Planet, […]

Did you know that Peru boasts 600,000 descendants of Chinese and Japanese migrants? That makes it the second largest Asian population in Latin America? Chinese immigrants to Peru are known locally as “Tusán” and Japanese immigrants “Nikkei.” Prominent Asian influences are many in Peru, especially when it comes to Peruvian cuisine. From food to politics, […]

From the arid plains of the Pacific coastal region to the tropical rainforests of the west, Peru is known for extreme biodiversity. When it comes to cuisine, Peruvian dishes reflect its vibrant history, culture, and local resources. Learn more about this delicious cuisine and what to order at a Peruvian restaurant. 1. Ceviche Practically Peru’s […]

Brazil boasts vibrant cultures, thousands of miles of gorgeous coastline, and pristine wilderness. The abundance of natural resources and local cultures are reflected in delectable Brazilian food. Check out these six must-try foods from Brazil. 1. Moqueca Moqueca combines a tasty fish stew with a dramatic tableside presentation. It’s served in a piping hot clay […]

At Our Whole Village, we certainly love traveling. But we’re equally passionate about discovering other cultures through music, books, art, crafts and food. During the summer, while planning our move back to the U.S. and setting our intentions for the new school year, the girls and I talked about how we want to cook at […]

Although my husband and I love to explore other cultures with our kids, we don’t have the time, the energy or the finances to jet off every weekend. Luckily, we live in San Francisco where several ethnic neighborhoods offer the perfect fix for our cultural wanderlust. On a recent weekend we decided to “travel” to […]

It is our last morning in Umbria, Italy. My 5-year old daughter is restless. Instead of playing with her new friends, she’s upset about wearing shorts over a dress, she’s whining about having to eat breakfast and finding any excuse to complain. She is naturally tired after a week packed with adventures. And what an […]

Spain’s northwestern-most province, Galicia with kids is a must! With amazing seafood, great wines, beautiful beaches and a strikingly beautiful coastline, there’s something for everyone. While Galicia may seem remote in relation to Spanish geography, it’s actually closer to Madrid than Maine is to New York City.  Which is to say that if you should […]

Kids are picky eaters; even the most voracious tend to have their limits. I know very few kids who will try absolutely anything put in front of them. Quite the opposite, the majority turn up their noses, cross their arms, wrinkle their faces in disgust and say something along the lines of, “I don’t like […]

En route from Lisbon, to Galicia we decided to spend a night in the Douro Valley, Portugal’s famed wine region. We selected the Aquapura Hotel because it has a great reputation, was in good proximity to wineries and they were offering an amazing deal on the rooms. Our grand plan was as follows: 1.  Check […]