Tom & Jenny Culinary Pilgrims

We're chefs, restaurateurs, and parents of two young boys; and we love to travel! Join us as we explore restaurants and cultures both near and far, and take our boys on adventures around the world.


Tom & Jenny Culinary Pilgrims

**New Video**

We finally made it to one of the places we’ve been dreaming about for years — Kamala Beach, Phuket 🌴✨

We stayed at Novotel Phuket Kamala Beach, tucked into the quietest corner of the shoreline. Think: waves at your door, a laid-back beach boardwalk, tropical breakfasts, sunset dinners in the sand, and a pool that looks straight out at the Andaman Sea.

We wandered for street food, got massages on the beach (while the kids happily joined in 🙌), tried everything from Pad Thai to buttery croissants, and even made a grocery run to see what everyday life looks like in another corner of the world — one of our favorite ways to explore a new place.

Kamala was everything we hoped for:
🤍 calmer than the bustling beaches
🌴 scenic, warm, and welcoming
🍍 delicious food everywhere you turn
👨‍👩‍👦 family-friendly without sacrificing charm

We loved it so much we already know we’ll be back — probably more than once 😉
Our full video is live now if you want to experience this beautiful little slice of Thailand with us.

Let us know in the comments — would you choose the busy beaches or the quiet ones? 👇

🎥 Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2XRhZ...

#kamalabeach #phuket #thailandtravel #familytravelling#beachvacation #ExplorePhuket #novotelkamala #andamansea #TravelWithKids

1 month ago | [YT] | 2

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✈️ New Video Alert!

We’re kicking off our journey to Asia in style — flying Air Canada Premium Economy aboard the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner! 🌏

From a delayed start in Fort Lauderdale to a cozy night in Montreal, lounge time at YUL, and finally a 14-hour flight across the Pacific, this video takes you behind the scenes of our entire travel day.

We’ll show you what Premium Economy is really like — from seat comfort and amenities to in-flight dining and whether it’s worth the upgrade.

🎥 Watch here → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2lucH...

Would you upgrade to Premium Economy for a long-haul flight? Let us know in the comments below 👇

#AirCanada #FlightReview #PremiumEconomy #Dreamliner #TravelVlog #AviationAdventures #FamilyTravel

2 months ago | [YT] | 2

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💳 Are Credit Cards With Annual Fees Actually Worth It?

You’ve probably seen cards with annual fees and thought, “Why would I pay to use a credit card?” 🤔

The truth is — sometimes they’re more than worth it.

✅ Lounge access worth hundreds
🍽️ Dining and grocery rewards that cover the fee
💸 Travel credits, Uber cash, and sign-up bonuses that pay you back
In our latest post, we break down when annual fee cards make sense, how to calculate real value, and why the Amex Gold and Venture X can actually come out ahead.

📊 Plus: see our visual comparison chart showing how perks offset fees.

👉 Read the full breakdown here: www.culinarypilgrims.com/post/are-credit-cards-wit…

#CreditCards #TravelHacks #AmexGold #VentureX #PersonalFinance #MoneyTips #RewardsPoints

2 months ago | [YT] | 3

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🎥 New Video Alert! 🇹🇭✨

We just dropped our latest Bangkok adventure vlog, and you won’t want to miss it! From gliding along the Chao Phraya River, exploring the peaceful Wat Pho Temple and its Reclining Buddha, to hopping on the train through the Maeklong Railway Market and tasting exotic rambutan — this trip had it all! 🚤🚂🍜

We also check out the Terminal 21 Mall, tour our Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit room, and show Braden’s priceless reaction to the donut wall 🍩.

📺 Watch the full video now and experience Bangkok like a local!

💬 Comment below: Which part of Bangkok would you explore first?

#BangkokTravel #ThailandVlog #WatPho #RecliningBuddha #MaeklongRailwayMarket #DamnoenSaduak #FloatingMarket #BangkokFood #Terminal21 #HyattRegencyBangkok #ThailandTravelTips #BangkokVlog #ThailandAdventure #FamilyTravel #TravelThailand #AsiaTravel

2 months ago | [YT] | 3

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✨ Make every dollar work harder! ✨

Our latest blog post shares our favorite points-earning hacks — from shopping portals to receipt apps — that help us earn flights, hotels, and more without extra spending.

💡 Learn how to stack rewards, use Capital One Offers & Rakuten, and turn receipts into points with Fetch.

📖 Read the full guide: www.culinarypilgrims.com/post/how-we-maximize-ever…

💬 Which points hack is your favorite? Tell us below!

#PointsHacks #TravelHacks #CreditCardRewards #TravelMore #CulinaryPilgrims

3 months ago | [YT] | 1

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✈️ Big news—Tom just hit his first milestone in the JetBlue 25 for 25 Challenge: 15 airports down! 🎉 He’s still got a few weekends of flying ahead, but the finish line is starting to come into view.

Now we’re curious—are you taking on this challenge too?

👉 What’s your game plan?
👉 How are you racking up the airports?
👉 And most importantly… what will you do with all those points once you earn them?

We already have a few trips in mind. 😉

3 months ago | [YT] | 3

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Tom is going for the JetBlue 25 for 25 challenge!

Stay tuned for travel tips, JetBlue updates, and behind-the-scenes moments from Tom’s epic journey. Who knows where he'll end up!

Don’t miss a single destination—subscribe now and hit the bell icon!

#JetBlue25for25 #TravelChallenge #JetBlueAdventure #TomTravels #TravelVlog #BucketListTravel #AdventureAwaits #TravelShorts #ExploreWithTom #JetBlue

4 months ago | [YT] | 1

Tom & Jenny Culinary Pilgrims

We want to thank everyone from the bottom of our hearts! As of today, Tom & Jenny Culinary Pilgrims has over 500 subscribers on our YouTube channel. Our next adventure begins on Tuesday, which we’ll highlight on FB and Instagram.

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New Upload: Hanoi Travel Vlog 🇻🇳 | Old Quarter, Train Street & St. Joseph’s Cathedral

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