PASSPORT FOR THE PALATE

Dining excursions to Mexico, France, and beyond, with a Southern accent

BY: Wayne Curtis

TASTE AND SEE IS THERE A POPULAR RESTAURANT DISH that hasn’t been endlessly photographed, filtered, and fine-tuned on social media? Probably not. But be thankful that no one has yet found a way to send taste through your gadget. For the adventurous eater, travel brings new horizons. ¶ Taking a trip with an accomplished chef is among the most fulfilling ways to bring context to cuisine. Chefs put words to flavors and aromas that can be elusive, and encourage travelers to understand food through their own experiences and stories, building a bridge between near and far. ¶ Here are three tours to expand your gustatory horizons. 1 Mezcal Memories SOUTHERN MEXICO The cooking legend Bill Smith ran the kitchen at Crook’s Corner in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, for a quarter…

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