The Gourmet VacationChef-led culinary journeysEat, drink & discover
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Travel for
the taste of it.

Chef-led journeys created for people who experience the world through food.

45 traveler reviews on WeTravel Luxury accommodations of 4 stars or higher included.
We are The Gourmet Vacation 45 traveler reviews on WeTravel
Michelle WeaverCésar ZapataCody Taylor +9

Travel deeper. Eat better.

Eat, drink & discover

Founded by a chef. Curated for the table.

Each itinerary is thoughtfully designed to highlight the distinctive flavors and customs of every locale, with small producers, local tables and time alongside a talented chef.

AccommodationsLuxury accommodations of 4 stars or higher included.
Chef timeEat, drink, explore, experience, interact and learn alongside a talented chef.
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Explore by appetite.

From the Basque coast to Mexico City’s markets, every destination is chosen for what is on the table.

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Told at the table.

45 traveler reviews on WeTravel

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The Gourmet Vacation is so much more than you can imagine. Yes, the focus is on amazing, well-prepared cuisine and local wines but it’s the unique and unexpected experiences around the foods that make this trip so special. Walking tours where you learn local history and culture combined with…
Nancy TThe Croatian Culinary Getaway with Chef Richard Gruica
Richard organized our recent group trip to Ireland—a perfect blend of history, scenery, and exceptional food and drink. We began in Dublin, where Trinity College and the Book of Kells offered a striking window into Ireland’s past. The Guinness Storehouse added a fun contrast, especially the Stoutie…
Brent KSouthern Smoke Meets Irish Soul: An Irish Adventure w/ Sweet Lew’s BBQ
The Peru trip with Chef Richard was great, a life changing experience, beside the culinary we learned a lot about the country. The trip was well planned & organized we got to see & eat a lot; all accommodation & restaurants were top notch! Highly recommended! Thanks for the great trip, Chef Richard
Anthony GPeru on a Plate with Chef Bhavin Chhatwani: An Edible Adventure
Our trip to Croatia with Richard was everything I had hoped for and so much more! Every detail was planned for our group, which made it so easy for us to just show up, relax, and have a wonderful time. Richard catered to our group's needs and had a very thought-out itinerary for us. We experienced…
Morgan MThe Euphoria Friends and Family Croatia Experience
This was not just any ordinary trip. It was a culinary adventure in a beautiful country with amazing people unlike anything we have ever experienced. Every day Chef Richard curated unique tasting experiences off the beaten path. I would have never imagined eating a spectacular meal in a charming…
Joseph MA ‘Taste of Southern Grace’ Croatia Tour w/ Chef Steven Greene
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Spanish Culinary Pilgrimage

with Chef Michelle Weaver
Nov 2026
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Nov 8–15
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