Food can often be a challenge when you are traveling. If you have a restrictive diet, or even
allergies, immersing yourself in local cuisine can prove to be difficult. However, if you are lucky
enough to be allergy-free and you have an open palate and mind, food is one of the best ways
to connect with people and culture in a foreign place. In today's episode, Lexee and Misty
reflect on some of their food-related travel memories. We hear about what it would be like
traveling while on a keto diet, and Lexee makes the case for letting restrictions go while on a
trip. Imagine going to Italy and not eating any pizza or pasta? Lexee and Misty also talk about
some of the best countries for vegetarians to visit, and unpack whether you can call yourself a
foodie if you are vegetarian. Because so many cultures use meat or seafood in their meals, you
would be missing out on a very particular set of experiences if you did not eat these dishes. We
also hear about what food is like in Kuwait and how big chains compare to their American
counterparts, Misty's battles with the bland food in Japan, and what local alcohol in different
countries is like. Be sure to tune in to hear more!
Key Points From This Episode:
• Lexee and Misty's coffee habits and what happens when they overdo it.
• What nutritional yeast is, and why so many vegans use it in their cooking.
• Whether it is possible to keep up with a keto diet while you are traveling.
• The difficulties that come with having a restrictive diet when you are traveling.
• Misty's experience in Ghana, where there was crayfish powder in the common sauce.
• The reason Lexee thinks she felt so bad when she was traveling in Cuba.
• Why Lexee does not think that you can be a vegetarian travel foodie.
• Some of the most vegetarian-friendly countries, including India, Ethiopia, and Sri Lanka.
• Where in the world is good for keto: Northern Europe and North Africa.
• Hear about Lexee and Misty's milk preferences.
• Lexee's decision to boycott some businesses and support smaller ones instead.
• Aside from a handful of chains, there are mostly mom-and-pop restaurants in Kuwait.
• How McDonald's and Burger King in Kuwait compare to their American counterparts.
• Your palate can change over time and you can get used to new flavors.
• Misty's food struggles in Japan, where Lexee lived and grew to love the flavors.
• Reflecting on Misty's jam-packed visit to Japan.
• Why Lexee was underwhelmed by the food in the Bahamas.
• Lexee's allergies, which have gotten worse with age.
• Take medicine along on your travels if you have food allergies.
• You should try the local alcohol at least once but you don't have to have it every time.
• The difficulties of traveling with someone who has a limited palate.