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, Bloomberg, Conde Nast Traveler, Departures, Eater, Fodor's, Food & Wine, GQ, Imbibe, Maxim, Men's Health, Men's Journal, Roads & Kingdoms, Robb Report, SevenFifty Daily, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, USA Today, Vice, VinePair, Whisky Advocate, Wine Enthusiast and a wide range of additional publications.

In addition to writing about luxury travel and adventure, Emen specializes in whiskey and cocktails. There's no destination too far-flung or street food too spicy for his tastes, and he's traveled full-time without a home base for more than five years. His writing has been nominated for awards from organizations such as the International Association of Culinary Professionals and Tales of the Cocktail.

Emen has notched every continent and has toured more than 150 distilleries across 35 countries, but otherwise doesn't know how many countries he's visited. He'll tally it up one day. He judges for several major 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 @ManTalkFood.

All Articles From Jake Emen
Bourbon Country

A Month in Bourbon Country, In Its Most Difficult Year

At 20 distilleries around the region, I found a resilient American industry and the community it supports

I Went to South Korea and All I Found Was Delicious Food and an Overwhelming Sense of Inner Peace

I Went to South Korea and All I Found Was Some Lousy Inner Peace

The case for contrasting experiences when you travel

Utah

Utah’s National Parks Might Be the Single Most Essential Road Trip in America

Sprawling, dramatic desert and mountain shots you only thought existed in movies

Malibu Beach Inn

A Reinvigorating California Road Trip Amid the Pandemic

Scenic landscapes meet social distancing

Wadi Rum desert

The Strange, Spartan Allure of Bedouin Living in the Jordanian Desert

Though Middle Eastern tourism has become increasingly westernized, some operators still offer a more authentic experience

A socially distant vacation is a getaway from the stresses of daily life, but also potentially dangerous crowds.

The Super Luxe Social-Distancing Vacation Is 2020's Biggest (Only?) Travel Trend

These places offer both five-star amenities and safety

small farms america coronavirus

How Do We Save Small Farms in America?

Coronavirus has exposed a number of existential threats to CSAs and the "farm-to-table" movement

"When you read the history of Angostura, it's a history of perseverance."

To Understand Angostura Bitters, You Must First Understand Trinidad

The tiny island nation plays a key role in the world of cocktailing

geisha coffee panana

Journeying Deep Into Panama to Try a $1,000 Coffee Bean

A cup of Geisha, you'll find, is worth it

custom-outfitted Land Cruiser Africa

The Modern Kenyan Game Drive Is Truly a Once-in-a-Lifetime Trek

They've traded out hunting rifles for DSLR cameras, but the thrills remain intact

Shenzhen looks to compete with Beijing and Shanghai

Hong Kong's Closest Neighbor Is Quietly Becoming a Hotspot for Western Tourists

Shenzhen is just 16 miles from Hong Kong. So why does it feel like it's a world away?

Gin Mare Mediterranean

The Mediterranean Is the World’s Most Underrated Gin Region

We know you think about James Bond when drinking a Martini or Rome when you've got a Negroni, but that can change