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Recipes That'll Transport You Somewhere Delicious

Published about 1 month ago • 3 min read

Hi Reader,

Admit it: January has you daydreaming about your next adventure and craving something more exciting than another salad, doesn't it?

So, we're sharing our favorite destination-defining dishes. These are recipes that transport us right back to cobblestoned Swiss streets, sun-drenched Barcelona terraces, and Hawaiian plate lunch spots.

Swiss Rösti
​Switzerland

This crispy-on-the-outside, creamy-on-the-inside potato pancake is pure Alpine comfort. Aida discovered her favorite versions during a Zurich trip. Our recipe adds caramelized onions and thyme for a fall-inspired twist.

Vermouth & Soda
​Spain

This isn't just a drink, it's an entire afternoon ritual. In Barcelona, you'll find locals sipping vermouth con sifón at sunset, an orange slice and olive slowly infusing as they chat. It's refreshing, low-alcohol, and pairs perfectly with tapas.

Shoyu Chicken
​Hawai'i

PSA: this is not teriyaki chicken! Shoyu chicken is a beloved Hawaiian plate lunch staple with roots in the plantation era: rich, savory-sweet, and meant to be spooned over rice. You'll find it at roadside stands, fundraisers, and every family gathering on the islands.

Soufflé Au Fromage
​France

Mastering a soufflé feels like a French cooking rite of passage. This one, from Aida's French stepmother, is surprisingly doable and absolutely worth the effort. Sweet, salty, impossibly airy.

Date Shake
​California

This creamy, caramel-sweet shake has been a Coachella Valley icon since the 1930s. California grows 90% of America's dates, and this simple combo of dates, ice cream, and milk is the best way to taste that desert heritage.

Creamy Pesto Sauce
​Italy

True Ligurian pesto is a revelation. Bright, herbaceous, and nothing like the jarred stuff. Our technique blends the nuts into butter first for a super-smooth sauce that stays vibrant green for days.

Classic Cadillac Margarita
​Mexico

This margarita uses reposado tequila and Grand Marnier for a smoother, more refined sip. We learned the fundamentals at Tommy's Mexican Restaurant in San Francisco, where they've been perfecting margaritas since the '90s.

Pick one recipe this week. Make it and let it transport you somewhere delicious.

And if any of these destinations are calling your name for 2026? We’d love to help you plan the real thing... complete with the restaurants, markets, and food experiences that make each place unforgettable. Click the button below to get in touch with our team!

Happy cooking! Aida, Kristen, and Team Salt & Wind Travel
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