Hello Sweet World, Welcome to the Global Kidchen

We eat and we travel. And now, we might just be the most darling family on the internet. Welcome to The Global Kidchen. We wanted to do something to open our eyes and learn about new people, places and cultures. Is there a better way to do that than together through food? It’s a mission to be a little spicy, a little funky, and try recipes from a new country each week. It’s also step back from the hustle and bustle of the daily routine and a step forward into each other and our surroundings.

We spend alot of time together in a little, loving kitchen, but we love to mix up the hustle-bustle routine with travel. So, just for fun, we are also documenting our trips and adventures! Teach them how to pack a suitcase early!

Yes, it’s cliche: A Story About Us – Eating, Traveling, Loving

Everyone needed a pandemic project and this one is ours. This story about us came about as a family who loves to travel, take in new cultures, and eat… alot. We decided it was time to document all the things we love doing as we eat our way around the globe – and to just set aside time to really enjoy each other. We will be learning about new places, new recipes, cooking together, and (gasp!) eating meals as a family. (And a mostly healthy amount of daydreaming about trips of the future!)

So, this is our sweet, culinary trip around the world – broadcasting live from our kitchen to yours. See where we have been and where we are going. We’ll take a little time to get to know a new place and each other all a little better! Like I mentioned earlier, we just really like to eat, and sometimes we just want to share new favorites, old favorites, family favorites, and the rest. Just because it wasn’t on our current feasting expedition doesn’t mean we can’t share!

One thing the four of us manage to all agree on is that traveling is pretty much the best. We’ve been so fortunate to be able to explore and travel as a family and want to soak in the memories as we conquer the bucket list!

About Global Kidchen

Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here.

Global Kidchen began with a simple belief: the best way to understand the world is to experience it—one destination, one meal, and one adventure at a time.

I’m a mom, traveler, home cook, and lifelong believer that some of life’s best memories happen around the dinner table or while wandering somewhere completely new. Literally, my two favorite hobbies in life. Whether we’re hiking through Japan, road-tripping across the American Southwest, discovering hidden beaches in the Caribbean, or recreating a favorite dish back home, our family is always looking for the next story worth sharing.

Why “Global Kidchen”?

Yes, the name is a math nerds play on words.

It celebrates both the kitchen, where we recreate flavors from around the world, and my kids, who have grown up and been made to believe that trying new foods, exploring different cultures, and saying “yes” to new experiences is what we were born to do. Global Kidchen is where those two passions meet.

What You’ll Find Here

🌎 Family Travel

Our travel guides are built from firsthand experiences—not bucket lists copied from the internet.

You’ll find:

• Family-friendly itineraries
• Road trips
• National parks
• International adventures
• Honest hotel and resort reviews
• Practical travel tips
• The occasional travel mishap (because those make the best stories later)

If we recommend something, it’s because we’ve actually experienced it ourselves.

🍽️ Recipes Inspired by Our Travels

One of my favorite souvenirs isn’t something I can pack in a suitcase—it’s a recipe.

Many of the dishes you’ll find here were inspired by places we’ve visited, friends we’ve met, and meals that left a lasting impression long after we returned home. Others are family favorites that have become traditions in our own kitchen.

My goal isn’t to claim there’s only one authentic way to prepare a dish. I’m probably not correct most of the time, but it’s just about the effort and trying something new! Food traditions vary from family to family and region to region, and I love learning about those differences. I simply share the recipes we’ve come to love, along with the stories behind them.

Why We Travel

Travel has taught our family lessons that no classroom ever could.

Our kids have learned that kindness exists in every language, that unfamiliar foods often become favorite meals, and that stepping outside your comfort zone usually leads to the best memories.

Our Philosophy

We believe that:

• Curiosity is the best travel companion.
• Food is one of the easiest ways to connect with another culture and people.
• Family adventures don’t have to be perfect to be unforgettable.
• The best travel stories are often the ones you never planned.

Start Exploring

Whether you’re planning your next vacation, looking for a new family recipe, or simply dreaming about future adventures, I hope you’ll find ideas that inspire you to explore a little farther and cook a little more adventurously.

So grab a passport, pull up a chair, and join us as we discover the world—one destination and one delicious meal at a time.

Welcome to Global Kidchen.

Meet the Thomas Family:

Contact Us!

The Thomas family is (currently) based out of Denver, Colorado by way of Orlando, Florida and a short time in Clemson, South Carolina. We love traveling, eating, and all sorts of outdoor adventuring. There’s a lot of humor in watching ex-beach bums learn to ski.

Feel free to contact us! We’d love to hear from you!

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