In this episode of Coffee with Yvonne, host Yvonne Pearson sits down with Jessica van Dop DeJesus, travel expert, author, and founder of The Dining Traveler (and long-time creative friend), to explore the intersection of food, culture, and storytelling. From discovering hidden culinary gems to tips for traveling with kids, Jessica shares how curiosity fuels her global adventures and content creation. It's a flavorful conversation full of inspiration for creatives, foodies, and culture lovers alike.

So grab your coffee, and let’s chat

Learn more about Jess below:

• Website: https://diningtraveler.com/
• Coffee table book: https://diningtravelerguides.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diningtraveler/
• Pinterest: https://www.facebook.com/diningtraveler
• Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/diningtraveler
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMjgccFK_8NrUmIHr_UT_WQ

Episode chapters

• 00:00-06:04: Intro
• 06:07-1:00:00-Interview
• 06:07-11:06: How to discover local cuisine while traveling
• 11:42-15:20: Top 5 Underrated foodie destinations
• 16:57-18:05: A brief history of Puerto Rican food
• 21:20-27:03-Advice for parents traveling with kids
• 30:05-32:31: Traveling while pregnant
• 34:39-36:40: How content creators and foodie bloggers shape trends
• 36:54-45:38: Finding inspiration and creating content for her channels
• 47:15-52:24: Content creation and discovering your why
• 52:27-59:56: How to build connections in the media
• 1:00:13-1:02:12: Quick fire
• 1:02:13-1:02:46: Closing

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