Jake Emen

Jake Emen is a nomadic travel, food and drinks journalist who spends his time on the road in search of the very best things to taste and try hidden across the planet. He has been published in outlets including AFAR, Barron's, Conde Nast Traveler, Departures, Discover, Eater, Food & Wine, GQ, Imbibe, Maxim, Men's Health, Roads & Kingdoms, SevenFifty Daily, Tasting Table, USA Today, Vice, VinePair, Whisky Advocate, Wine Enthusiast and a wide range of additional publications.

He's visited more than 130 distilleries across 31 countries and six continents, but otherwise has no clue how many countries he's visited. He judges for international spirits and cocktail competitions, once won a Delta Milestone Award for spending entirely too much time in airplanes, and enjoys receiving painful traditional tattoos. Follow his latest adventures at ManTalkFood.com.

All Articles From Jake Emen

Luxury Retreats Where Whiskey Is the Focus

Swanky stays where incredible whiskey experiences are the name of the game

How to Spend a Perfect Weekend in Mexico City

Five essential taco stands, 11 outstanding cocktail bars, and that’s just for starters…

How to Spend 7 Perfect Days in Egypt

Pyramids! Pharaohs! Temples! It’s easy to get overwhelmed by ancient history in Cairo and beyond, so follow this itinerary to get the most out of your trip.

Seeking Shackleton's "Little Voices" on a Voyage to Antarctica

On a cruise with Abercrombie & Kent, our travel correspondent came face to face with towering icebergs, turbulent seas and the majesty of the White Continent

An Ode to the Airport Shower, an Underrated Travel Hack

Instead of whittling away time at the bar, book a shower suite instead

A Jaunt in Bhutan, Where Happiness Is King and Travel Is Exclusive

A recent trip to the idyllic South Asian country shows how things have changed (but mostly stayed the same) with new post-pandemic tourism rules

The 62 Best New Hotels That Opened in 2022

Our correspondent spent nearly 300 days on the road this year and found the best new places around the world to lay your head.

There’s No Wrong Way to Do St. Barts, But Le Carl Gustaf Is Exceptional

After a quiet opening, the Hôtel Barrière Le Carl Gustaf Saint-Barth is now the boutique go-to

Amid the Gorillas of the Albertine Rift

Our travel correspondent recounts his expedition through East Africa, which you can replicate, where he sought out our great ape cousins

Where to Eat, Stay and Travel for Authentic Indigenous Experiences

From Minneapolis to Santa Fe, Native American chefs, producers and artists are finally getting their due

This Tour Across India and Nepal Is Equal Parts Chaos and Serenity

Our correspondent spent 18 days on the Indian subcontinent, enchanted by flights to Everest as much as dumpling cooking classes

How to Spend 7 Perfect Days in Swedish Lapland

Start at a ski resort, then head to an ice hotel, a floating cabin and a breathtaking treehouse

How to Spend a Perfect Weekend in Québec City, Canada

What to see, do, eat and drink in the province’s capital city, which is much more than second fiddle to Montreal

The Key to a Superior Bali Vacation: Don’t Mix Partying With Prayer

Instead of trying to do everything on the island, pick a locale and a lane, like so

The 7 Best Luxury Ranch Resorts in the US

A Western vacation awaits, whether you want treehouses in Montana or 550,000 acres to explore in New Mexico

The Definitive Ranking of Every “Goodfellas” Food Scene

Featuring razor-sliced garlic, that famous stroll through the Copacabana kitchen and more sausages than you can count