This City Is Delicious

Singapore doesn’t just serve food … it lives in it.

In this episode of This City Is Delicious™, Kevin Durkee heads to Singapore and pulls up a plastic stool alongside P.S. Yeo, Founder of Everyday Tour Company, to explore the city through its hawker stalls, Michelin stars, and a deeply personal food culture.

From why hawker centres are the heartbeat of Singapore, to how the best meals aren’t fancy - they’re familiar - this episode is equal parts delicious and deeply human.

Expect bold takes (truffle, you’re still overrated), underrated gems like satay bee hoon, and a reminder that in Singapore, the real magic isn’t just what’s on the plate - it’s who you’re sharing it with.

Kevin digs into his own Singapore favourites - from bustling hawker centres and morning kaya toast rituals to the markets, grocery finds, and edible souvenirs worth packing in your carry-on.

In this episode:

• Why hawker culture is Singapore’s soul
• Is the Michelin Guide a good thing?
• Underrated dishes you need to try (satay bee hoon 👀)
• Overrated food trends (truffle, again)
• Markets, morning rituals, and everyday food culture

And, Kevin gets super sentimental sharing his personal family connection to the iconic Singapore Sling cocktail.

Singapore … food isn’t an experience. It’s a way of life.

Chapters

00:00 – Welcome to Singapore
Food obsession, hawker culture, daily rituals

01:30 – Meet P.S Yeo
Global citizen, local flavour expert

03:45 – Why Singapore Eats Different
Culture, routine, and real life

06:10 – Hawker Culture Deep Dive
Why it matters (and why it’s protected)

09:00 – Tourist vs Local Eating
What you should actually order

11:30 – Overrated vs Underrated
• Truffle everything 👀
• Satay bee hoon (trust it)

13:10 – Michelin Guide
Has it helped or hurt Singapore?

14:15 – The Dish Debate
Can one plate define Singapore?

17:00 – Hawker Centres to Know
Where to go, what to eat

20:00 – Morning Rituals
Kaya toast + kopi culture

22:15 – Grocery Stores & Finds
FairPrice Xtra + everyday gems

25:00 – Restaurant Picks
Local favourites + standout meals

27:30 – Kevin’s Singapore Favourites
Hawkers, snacks, and can’t-miss bites

30:00 – Take-Home Treats
What to pack in your suitcase

33:00 – Final Bite + What’s Next
Next stop: Amman

If you enjoyed traveling and eating with us, make sure to follow the show so you never miss our next stop. And if you have a second, a 5-star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review goes a long way in helping more food-obsessed travelers like you find us.

If you’re still hungry, join us on Instagram @ThisCityIsDelicious for extra bites from the road, behind-the-scenes food finds, and a few tasty surprises that didn’t make it into the episode.

And if you know someone who plans their trips around meals not museums, share this episode with them - we’re saving them a seat at the table.

Until our next bite together… travel well, be kind, and eat something you can’t pronounce.

Because remember, This City Is Delicious™.

Vermouth before lunch. Wine with everything. Barcelona figured it out.

In this episode of This City Is Delicious, Host Kevin Durkee heads to Barcelona and gets tipsy with Sommelier and Uncorked Vines Founder Javier Rocafort to explore the city through wine, vermouth, and perfectly curated food experiences.

From why European drinking culture is more social than indulgent, to how a sommelier-led tour transforms a simple bar crawl into something unforgettable — this episode is equal parts delicious and eye-opening.

Expect bold takes (yes, pa amb tomàquet is overrated), underrated gems like morcilla, and a deep dive into vermouth culture … where “let’s grab a drink” turns into a full-blown lifestyle.

Plus Kevin shares his own Barcelona finds — from award-winning cheeses and iconic markets to a glazed donut-shaped little legend you won’t forget.

Because in Barcelona … the glass isn’t just part of the meal. It is the experience.

In this episode:

• Why Barcelona drinks differently
• Spanish wine explained (region vs grape)
• Vermouth culture + how to drink it properly
• The 'Oscar' for the World's Best Cheese

And of course, Kevin shares where to eat, his favourite markets in the city, and the bites you absolutely cannot miss, including the best Quesos + Besos he’s ever had.

In Barcelona, every table tells a story … and every glass finishes it.

Chapters

00:00 – Welcome to Barcelona
Food, wine, and why this city hits different

01:45 – Food Tours Meet Wine Tours
Why this experience flips the script

03:55 – Meet Javier from Uncorked Vines
Sommelier, storyteller, wine guide

06:30 – Global Flavours, Local Identity
Barcelona’s culinary mix

08:50 – Do Europeans Just Drink More?
Spoiler: it’s not what you think

10:15 – Bar Crawl vs Curated Experience
Why structure matters

12:00 – Building the Perfect Wine Tour
10 years of evolution

14:45 – Wine Snob or Wine Guide?
Fixing bad restaurant wine

17:00 – What Guests Actually Want
Curious drinkers, not experts

19:30 – Overrated vs Underrated Bites
• Pa amb tomàquet 👀
• Morcilla (trust the process)

22:00 – Spanish Wine 101
Region over grape

23:30 – Vermouth Culture Deep Dive
“Let’s do a vermouth” explained

27:00 – How to Drink Vermouth Properly
Olive, orange … or nothing

29:30 – Fast Food Quiz: Barcelona Edition
Cava forever. Markets. Must-eats.

33:00 – Kevin’s Barcelona Favourites
Cheese, markets, and food finds

36:00 – Sweet Treats + Take-Home Bites
Boldu donuts, jamón, olive oil

39:00 – Final Bite + What’s Next
Next stop: Singapore

If you enjoyed traveling and eating with us, make sure to follow the show so you never miss our next stop. And if you have a second, a 5-star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review goes a long way in helping more food-obsessed travelers like you find us.

If you’re still hungry, join us on Instagram @ThisCityIsDelicious for extra bites from the road, behind-the-scenes food finds, and a few tasty surprises that didn’t make it into the episode.

And if you know someone who plans their trips around meals not museums, share this episode with them - we’re saving them a seat at the table.

Until our next bite together… travel well, be kind, and eat something you can’t pronounce.

Because remember, This City Is Delicious™.

In this premiere episode of This City Is Delicious™, we’re taking a bite out of one of the most unforgettable and delicious food cities on the planet: Cape Town.

Kevin and CJ kick things off by comparing their very different travel experiences in South Africa, from feeling deeply connected to the culture to chasing down the best chai latte of all time.

Kevin chats with Rupesh Kassen, founder of Eat Like a Local, whose food tour company is on a mission to truly serve guests Cape Town tastes beyond the clichés.

They get into everything:

• Why Cape Town does everyone else’s food so well
• South African wine and its place on a global table
• The role culture, race, and history play in what ends up on your plate

And of course, Kevin shares where to eat, his favourite markets in the city, and the bites you absolutely cannot miss (including the best samoosas he’s ever had).

Cape Town is a complex city of story and spice, yet every bite is worth the trip.

Chapters

00:00 — Welcome to Cape Town
Spice, culture, and one of the most underrated food cities on the planet. 

01:50 — CJ’s Cape Town Love Story
Feeling seen, unforgettable bites, and that legendary chai latte.

03:35 — Why Cape Town Hits Different
Trade routes, bold flavours, and a city that lingers long after you leave.

04:15 — Meet Rupesh (Eat Like a Local)
The insider redefining Cape Town through food, stories, and community.

05:50 — More Than a Food Tour
How history, neighbourhoods, and flavour collide in one experience.

07:00 — “Better Than Fine Dining?”
Why a 4.5-hour food tour might beat your best reservation.

08:20 — The Fynbos Experience
Botanicals, storytelling, and Cape Town’s most unique culinary moment.

10:10 — What Defines Cape Town Cuisine?
A global melting pot with no single signature dish.

11:40 — Cape Town’s Food Identity Problem
Doing global food well… but where’s South African cuisine?

12:30 — Overrated Bites
Burgers. Sushi. (Yes, really.)

14:20 — Underrated Icons
Boerewors, fire cooking, and flavours that deserve the spotlight.

15:50 — Snack Hacks & Local Treats
Peppermint crisp, milk tricks, and grocery store gold.

17:45 — Edible Souvenirs Only
Skip the magnets. Bring home flavour.

18:20 — Hidden Gem: Olive Branch Deli
Tiny shop, big personality, serious food cred.

19:30 — Rupesh Eats the World
Asia, Mexico, and flavours shaping Cape Town.

20:00 — Cape Town & LGBTQ+ Culture
A city where identity blends seamlessly into everyday life.

21:40 — Wine Country, Decoded
Franschhoek vs. Swartland: polished vs. rebellious.

22:40 — Food Festivals & When to Go
Long tables, wine weekends, and seasonal bites.

23:50 — Perfect Food Day in Cape Town
Coffee → small plates → gelato → ramen → cocktails.

27:15 — Rapid Fire: Cape Town Edition
Wine, bunny chow, guilty pleasures, must-eats.

29:15 — CJ Reacts: Best Bites Ever?
When everything is good… what defines a country?

30:15 — Markets You Can’t Miss
Old Biscuit Mill + Oranjezicht = food heaven.

33:00 — The Samosa You’ll Dream About
Snook, cheese & corn, and one unforgettable bite.

34:45 — What to Bring Home
Biltong, spices, rooibos, and edible memories.

35:45 — Next Stop: Barcelona
Vermouth, tapas, and the next delicious city.

If you enjoyed traveling and eating with us, make sure to follow the show so you never miss our next stop. And if you have a second, a 5-star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review goes a long way in helping more food-obsessed travelers like you find us.

If you’re still hungry, join us on Instagram @ThisCityIsDelicious for extra bites from the road, behind-the-scenes food finds, and a few tasty surprises that didn’t make it into the episode.

And if you know someone who plans their trips around meals not museums, share this episode with them - we’re saving them a seat at the table.

Until our next bite together… travel well, be kind, and eat something you can’t pronounce.

Because remember, This City Is Delicious™.

Do you know that moment ... that first bite of something so good you stop talking? 

That’s the feeling we’re chasing the world.

Welcome to This City Is Delicious - the podcast for food lovers who plan their travels around meals, not museums. Hosted by Kevin Durkee, Owner + Big Cheese of Culinary Adventure Co., this show dives fork-first into the world of food tours, incredible local bites, hidden gems, and can’t-miss culinary experiences from cities around the globe.

After 15 years running food tours in Toronto - the world’s most diverse city - and taste-testing his way through 150+ food tours and culinary experiences globally, Kevin is serving up his honest reviews, spicy takes, and unforgettable bites. 

No fluff, no clichés - just real talk on the bites worth travelling for.

Alongside his Producer + Taste Bud Christen James, Kevin explores local markets, wine bars, food halls, and back alley gems — while chatting with food tour operators, culinary insiders, and fellow travellers who live to eat.

Expect 🥟 
 • The best food tours and culinary travel tips
 • Hidden gems and local food spots
 • Honest reviews + hot takes
 • Foodie stories from around the world

Episodes Tuesdays 🎙️ 

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Get In Touch 📩 

Have a question, a foodie fact, or a delicious travel story? We want to hear it, send a voice note to [email protected] or DM your question/comment to us on Instagram @thiscityisdelicious or visit thiscityisdelicious.com

Because life’s too short for bad bites … and This City Is Delicious.

If you enjoyed traveling and eating with us, make sure to follow the show so you never miss our next stop. And if you have a second, a 5-star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review goes a long way in helping more food-obsessed travelers like you find us.

If you’re still hungry, join us on Instagram @ThisCityIsDelicious for extra bites from the road, behind-the-scenes food finds, and a few tasty surprises that didn’t make it into the episode.

And if you know someone who plans their trips around meals not museums, share this episode with them - we’re saving them a seat at the table.

Until our next bite together… travel well, be kind, and eat something you can’t pronounce.

Because remember, This City Is Delicious™.