FAMILY + FOOD + TRAVEL
Just like his wanderlusting, gluttonous parents, Raffles, is a food and travel nut who spends hours perusing cookbooks and his well thumbed atlas. But, having just turned seven, my tiny travel bug doesn’t quite understand the logistical nightmare of his plans to travel and eat his way through “everywhere in the whole world ever” or that the economics involved are more suited to the Jolie-Pitt clan than ours (though of course, we’re far better looking).
Thankfully, Raffle’s is happy to fly “Imagination Air” and can regularly be found packing his bags (speaking of which he has an obsession for luggage rivalled only by a Kardashian’s for publicity) for a holiday to wherever’s taken his fancy that day, be that Paris, Reykjavik or Bondi. And that is the inspiration behind BoyEatsWorld. Taking that fertile imagination of his and introducing him, and his equally intrepid four-year old sister, Sugarpuff, to every corner and culture of the globe! But given the aforementioned economic challenge, how?
Struck by the wise words of that great sage, Babar the Elephant*, who said “Part of the fun of sailing through life is tasting different ways to live”, I knew I had my answer.
Whether it’s on an international escapade, exploring Australia’s great multicultural backyard, through music and play or tasting how other people live through the kitchen, we’re venturing on a gourmet safari for kids – serving up recipes, tips and family adventures with a hefty dose of humour – in an attempt to raise fearless foodies who embrace and respect all people.
DISCLOSURE: This is a personal blog written by freelance writer Aleney de Winter (and her seven-year old son, Raffles). Occasionally we are compensated to provide honest opinions on products, services and websites. If any kind of financial compensation for content has been received, the post will be clearly marked as sponsored content. If products are gifted this too will be disclosed.
The views and opinions expressed on BoyEatsWorld are ours and ours alone and not those of any publications I write for.
If you’d like to work with us or would like any any further information regarding BoyEatsWorld, please contact Aleney on aleney@boyeatsworld.com.au
*Since the births of my beloved offspring, the associated brain fade and lack of time that came with them, I’ve pretty much parted company with my old literary pals and now seek inspiration wherever I can get it. Regrettably that’s generally a soundbite from one of my kids cartoons… it’s only by sheer chance that I’m not writing a blog inspired by a Ninja Turtle.
bonibakes
February 15, 2013 at 7:52 am (6 years ago)Great blog, love the stories 🙂
BOYEATSWORLD
February 15, 2013 at 9:23 am (6 years ago)THank you! 🙂
thenaughtynaturopathmum
February 15, 2013 at 11:14 pm (6 years ago)How fabulous!!! As the daughter of a travel agent who became a tour group leader (still working and taking her next group to South America next month), I totally resonate with your son and you. Will be following your work xx
BOYEATSWORLD
February 16, 2013 at 8:39 am (6 years ago)What a great way to grow up! 🙂 xx
Winnie @ Bubfriendly
March 1, 2013 at 7:50 pm (6 years ago)Fantastic way to share your love for food and travel with the little ones!!! I am much the same, quite a foodie and keen to try something new whenever something catches my attention! Unfortunately the little one is much of a fussy young toddler – takes a lot to convince her to ‘like’ something! Unfortunately – maccas fries tops the list for the moment! Looking forward to sharing and reading your adventures and ‘connecting’!
BOYEATSWORLD
March 1, 2013 at 8:44 pm (6 years ago)Thanks Winnie. Our younger one can be a little fussier than her big bro but she’ll always copy him so we’re getting there. Love to have you following our little and big culinary adventures. 🙂
Two Cheeky Monkeys
April 1, 2013 at 7:47 pm (6 years ago)Love your blog! that’s great how you’re introducing new foods / cultures to your little ones. We’re about to start weaning baby number 2 (we followed BLW the first time and will do it again). Hopefully we can get the second one to love different food as much as the first – he’s only 2.5 and loves Thai curry 🙂
BOYEATSWORLD
April 1, 2013 at 8:16 pm (6 years ago)Thanks so much. Our two are curry fiends as well! The big one loves them hot and we’re building up to that with the little one slowly but steadily. She’s almost there. 🙂
Allison (Spontaneous Tomato)
April 2, 2013 at 4:41 am (6 years ago)I love this idea for a blog (and I love that Babar quote!). Thanks for stopping by mine, too. 🙂
BOYEATSWORLD
April 2, 2013 at 7:00 am (6 years ago)Thanks Allison, Babar is one very wise old elephant! 🙂
superrelish (@superrelish)
April 16, 2013 at 9:46 pm (6 years ago)Wow, I want to be a part of your family, your adventures sound delicious and amazing.
Thanks for dropping by superrelish 🙂
Will
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August 13, 2013 at 5:33 pm (6 years ago)bookmarked!!, I love your blog!
Cris
April 28, 2014 at 3:59 pm (5 years ago)Hellow raffles how are you?its me cris izumi chef de partie in radiance of the seas thank you for posing my pics in your blog. Hope to see you again.
BOYEATSWORLD
May 10, 2014 at 6:29 pm (5 years ago)Hope to see you too on another cruise. I miss your Snow Crab California rolls 🙂
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writing like yours these days. I seriously appreciate people like you!
Take care!!
sabretoothedchickenstour
April 30, 2015 at 12:49 pm (4 years ago)Great Blog. Food around the world… Your making our mouths water.
Check out our son Felix’s food page and you will be itching to try something!
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