Celebrity Travel: Go Away With Kristen Kish
Former "Top Chef" winner Kristen Kish was born in Seoul, South Korea and raised in Michigan, by her adoptive parents and has called Boston, Massachusetts home for the past decade. In the new Travel Channel series "36 Hours," she and former pro soccer player Kyle Martino explore culinary experiences in cities such as Berlin, Barcelona and Portland. Though she has traveled the world, the TV personality says she has one country that is at the top of her bucket list.
"On so many levels, my dream trip still remains South Korea," says Kish, 31. "When my time is right, it will happen. I'm not quite ready yet, but it doesn't keep me from thinking about exploring the place where I was born."
Fans may stay in touch with Kish via Instagram (https://instagram.com/kristenlkish/) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/KristenLKish).
Q. How has travel influenced the way you create your dishes?
A. I am reminded that all of places I admire are staying authentically local with produce, meats and wines. It's not always possible, but when it is a meal with all locally sourced ingredients, it really shines. From farm, to chef, to guest. Nothing more. And the food is deceptively simple, which reminds me to reign myself in, as I can get tangled in the more-is-more philosophy.
Q. Where have you enjoyed the most amazing meals?
A. Barcelona to me is the apex of dining: seafood, the best hams and produce, the markets, the wine ... I could go on and on. I've had so many meals from casual on the beach to fine dining. Everything about Barcelona appeals to me. It's so close to the water, while also having beautiful rolling hills not too far away.
Q. To someone about to visit Boston, what would you say about the city?
A. I have lived in the city for nearly 10 years and have watched and been a part of the ever-growing food and hospitality scene. It's not a city to be overlooked. It's definitely a culinary destination, accessible to so many, not only for the restaurants, but our public markets, farm stores, shops like Olives & Grace, which sells tons of local product and features the city's makers. It's a great place to explore and live.
Q. If money and time were no object, where would you hop on a plane to for another great meal?
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