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One of the great things about being a Foodwalker is that it involves traveling around looking for good things to eat. And while food is inextricably entwined in the culture of a place, it’s not the only interesting factor. So sometimes we need to look at more than just what’s on the plate in front of us. And no one knows this better than CNBC.com’s Global Traveler. Take my story for them about the Atacama Desert in Northern Chile, for example (click the picture at the top to see). The driest desert on earth, this place offers an incredible experience found in very few other places around the world. The vistas are otherworldly and dramatic, with volcanos ringing the horizon, jagged desert valleys with dunes, salt flats, geysers, and limpid blue lakes far in the distance. Of course, there is good food in Atacama, too, and some of the best is found in little villages in the middle of nowhere. Simple and hearty, the dishes are often limited to a sheep and vegetable stew (caldillo de cordero) or some grilled guanaco — perfect for this desolate, cold region. And sometimes you get an unexpected bonus in your bowl, such as a tooth from the main ingredient. Just makes it better to a Foodwalker….
So check out my recent piece in CNBC’s Global Traveler — just click on the image at the top — and foodwalk beyond the food.
