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Easy Meals Made in Under 30 Minutes
A sheet pan dinner featuring a honey Dijon sauce that brings sweetness with a bit of sharpness. It pairs nicely with the hearty vegetables and smoky sausage
Indulge in a taste of Italy with our classic spaghetti carbonara - Buon appetito!
Simple and satisfying Teriyaki Noodles. Great to serve the whole group and all done in 30 minutes!
An easy and healthy dinner prepared on one pan and ready in just 30 minutes.
Seared Halibut in Elegant Lemon Cream and White Wine Sauce. The best part, it's so quick and easy to make!
Pesto Salmon with Capellini and Blistered Tomatoes, where every bite bursts with flavor, all made in just 30 minutes!
A colorful, fresh vegetarian pasta tossed with pesto. Great as a side dish or served as a main dish.
A quick and delicious shrimp scampi that makes a perfect accompaniment to a surf-n-turf dish or served over pasta.
Quick and easy bright flavored cod over veggies, all cooked in an air fryer in less than 30 minutes.
The traveling duo
Hi, we’re Jenn and Steve
Tastes and Treks is a blog where we share our exploration stories in the kitchen and on the road, offering real-life cooking experiences and inspiring adventures for fellow food and travel enthusiasts.
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Our Latest Treks
Planning a trip? Check out our latest adventures to inspire your own travel.
A few days spent in the lovely beach town of Zihuantanejo, Mexico.
This post explores some of the fascinating historical sites in and around Santa Fe.
A day spent in the most unusual U.S. National Park, that felt almost “otherworldly.”
An adventure in Bayeux, mixing WWII history, ancient sites, and local charm
A must see in Paris, the Louvre and some of the beautiful city gardens.
Explore the vibrant streets and iconic landmarks of this historic neighborhood.
Exploring the rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture of Belgium's captivating capital.
The English Countryside. Get completely charmed in three Cotswolds villages and the historic city of Bath
Two exceptional yet contrasting sites: the ancient Tower of London and the modern London Eye
On a recent trip to this vibrant city, we discovered an array of excellent cuisine.
A day learning more about two strategic WWII locations.
Exploring the poignant history and heroism at the Normandy beaches, from the intense battles of D-Day to the somber memorials.
There is so much to see and do in London it’s hard to know where to start. Come see what sites we chose on our first trip to this incredible city.
Exploring the rolling hills, beautiful agave fields and historical town in Tequila.
Troncones, a charming throwback to a laid-back surf village, offers a distinctively chill atmosphere for those seeking a more relaxed and authentic Mexican beach experience.
So much to see and do in this beautiful Mexican colonial town. We have made our top 10 things to not miss during your stay.
Unveiling the Rustic Majesty of Palo Duro State Park: A Texas Road Trip Adventure
Chasing Dreams: Checking Off Our Bucket List at Rosewood Las Ventanas, Cabo San Lucas
A Relaxing Stay at the Hilton Los Cabos, Mexico, with Some Tasty Dinner Treks.
Todos Santos, on the Pacific side of the Baja Peninsula is a small and charming Mexican town not to miss. A foodie paradise and a hurricane were all part of the adventure during this trek.
Come see our top Ten Things to see and do in the majestic Rocky Mountain National Park.
Charleston is a beautiful city, full of history, unique architecture, culture and delicious food, that needs to be on everyone’s list to visit in the US.
Trekking on e-Bikes is a great way to see the tiny Amelia Island, just off the Atlantic coast of Florida.
Exploring the North Carolina Coast by car, ferry and walking through historical sites
Wilmington is a city full of history, great places to stay and delicious food. All walkable sites to see!
The most visited National Park in the US, is worth the trek to see.
Five days traveling and learning about the history, beauty, entertainment and great food in Tennessee

A few days spent in the lovely beach town of Zihuantanejo, Mexico.