Taya Chayton
Correspondent
Taya Chayton is a Correspondent for Food & Voyage, contributing to the 'Long Reads' and 'Journeys' sections. An award-winning journalist, her reporting on food sovereignty and environmental justice has been featured in publications like 'Orion Magazine' and 'Civil Eats.' Taya's work is immersive and place-based, often spending months in a single region to understand the intricate relationship between its people, their environment, and the foods they cultivate and gather.
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HexClad Hybrid Pans Confirmed PFAS-Free in New Tests
A popular non-stick pan, crafted with PTFE, was found to harbor PFOA, a 'forever chemical,' during Consumer Reports testing.
Jun 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Philly Hoagies Evolve Beyond Classic Cold Cuts
At Dolores’ 2Street, 'The Henry' Veggie Hoagie, a $13 creation, features fried zucchini, grilled eggplant, and charred Italian long hot pepper-infused mayo on a Sarcone’s roll with broccoli rabe, roas
Jun 9, 2026 · 2 min read
Top 9 Best Restaurants for World Cup 2026 Host City Foodies
In Mexico City, World Cup fans can find tacos for just 29 cents each.
Jun 9, 2026 · 5 min read
James Beard Awards 2026 Nominees Announced
Washington, D.C. alone secured finalists in five distinct categories for the 2026 James Beard Awards, a powerful shift in the national culinary landscape. The city's robust presence now asserts its ex
Jun 6, 2026 · 3 min read
Chicago's Top Bars: New Contenders and Enduring Classics
Just last month, The Velvet Hour opened its doors in Logan Square.
Jun 6, 2026 · 3 min read
Atlanta's Bar Scene: Enduring Excellence and New Trends
This Father's Day, Casa Nuova, an Italian dining establishment, hosts a special bourbon tasting.
Jun 4, 2026 · 2 min read
How to Plan Solo Culinary Journeys for Introverts
Single-person bookings for international culinary workshops have surged by 40% in the last five years, according to the Culinary Travel Trends Report .
Jun 4, 2026 · 4 min read
BA Bake Club's Cloud Meringue Swirls Become Cutest Pastry
Just three days after its release, the BA Bake Club's June 'Cloud Meringue Swirls' recipe has been recreated over 500,000 times on TikTok, causing a global shortage of edible glitter and pastel food d
Jun 1, 2026 · 3 min read
Blouge: The Summer Wine Crush
Aubert & Mathieu's blouge wine, Boogie Woogie, saw a 40% sales surge from 2023 to 2024, selling 28,000 bottles last year alone, according to Bonappetit .
May 28, 2026 · 2 min read
The Future of Culinary Travel Food Adventures
By 2025, over half of travelers will prioritize food when planning trips, according to Grandview Research .
May 27, 2026 · 4 min read
Rocco Fridge Unveils Deal for Luxury Beverage Coolers
For $1,795, the new Rocco Smart Fridge promises to quietly store 27 wine bottles or 88 cans, carving out a distinct niche in luxury home beverage management.
May 21, 2026 · 2 min read
How to Make Smashed Pork Tacos: Al Pastor Flavors Simplified
Forget searing individual tortillas: a novel recipe for smashed pork tacos leverages a broiler to cook eight at once, transforming weeknight taco preparation.
May 20, 2026 · 2 min read