Unwined: Travel, taste, and the experiences that bring it all together

Unwined: Travel, taste, and the experiences that bring it all together

April 4, 2026 · 40 min

About this episode

This episode explores the intersection of travel, taste, and culinary experiences with guests discussing unique recipes and the hospitality industry.

Today on  Unwined , it’s all about travel, taste, and the experiences that bring it all together. With Easter just around the corner, we begin in the kitchen with something a little unexpected—but absolutely delicious. Tony Drakos from Zoe Olive Oil joins us to share a chocolate olive oil cake recipe and to explore how this simple ingredient can completely transform both flavour and texture. Then, we step into the world of travel at its most elevated. Emma Sleight from The World's 50 Best Hotels joins us to talk about what defines one of the best hotels in the world, how these properties are selected, and what to expect ahead of this year’s highly anticipated announcement in Paris this September. You can find more information on Emma's website at worlds50best.com And finally, as travel continues to evolve, we take a closer look at how to navigate it all. Cindy Almond, one of Canada’s leading travel agents, joins us to break down what travel agents actually do today, how they can elevate your experience, and whether—with rising fuel costs—it’s smarter to be booking flights now rather than later.

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