Gabriel is one of the bloggers behind Chef Travel Guide, a blog based in California that emphasizes outdoor adventures and tasty treats along the way.

Since he was a child, Gabriel had a passion for food which launched him into the restaurant industry. By being a stagiaire at esteemed restaurants around the world, Gabriel gained an abundance of knowledge that led him to cook at amazing restaurants.

While working in a restaurant, Gabriel met his wife, Kristel, a pastry chef who loved to travel. With their immense shared knowledge about food and passion for adventuring, their blog, Chef Travel Guide, was born.

For the full show notes of the page with Gabriel's recommended resources check out: nomadicfoodist.com/cheftravelguide

In today’s episode you will learn:

• What to expect from northern Thai cuisine
• How northern Thai cuisine differs from well known Thai dishes
• What eating at the Northern Gate Market is like 
• How travel can change your perspective on life 
• How POWERFUL food can impact your memories
• What it's really like in the restaurant industry
• About being stagiaire
• Why a stagiaire is important to young chefs and restaurants
• Tips for planning your trip to Patagonia
• Where to start for BEGINNERS in Patagonia for hiking
• What it's like to scuba dive
• Tips for beginners for scuba diving