Camila Roque
Food & Travel Writer
As a Food & Travel Writer for The Modern Dispatch, Camila Roque explores the intersection of global cuisine, hospitality, and experiential travel. Through immersive storytelling and a keen eye for detail, she crafts engaging travel guides, restaurant reviews, and deep dives into food culture. Her work provides readers with a curated view of sustainable tourism, emerging culinary trends, and the vibrant wine and spirits scenes shaping modern living. By focusing on the people and traditions behind every destination, Camila delivers sophisticated insights that inspire thoughtful exploration.
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McDonald's adds Red Bull and new sodas to US menu
Starting August 17, McDonald's customers can now order a Red Bull Dragonberry Energizer, a stark departure from the chain's traditional soda fountain offerings.
Aug 15, 2026 · 2 min read
What is the Science of Fermentation and Probiotics for Gut Health?
While probiotic supplements flood pharmacy shelves with often unverified claims, a simple jar of naturally fermented vegetables delivers a complex array of beneficial microbes, essential B vitamins, a
Aug 14, 2026 · 6 min read
Top 10 LGBTQ+ Travel Destinations for 2026 Revealed
For the first time, three of the top ten LGBTQ+ travel destinations for 2026 emerge from outside North America and Western Europe.
Aug 14, 2026 · 4 min read
Queer Traveler Safety Varies Widely Amid Shifting Global Travel Trends
Malta has led the European Rainbow Map for LGBTQ+ rights for ten consecutive years, enshrining registered partnerships in 2014 and banning conversion therapy in 2016.
Aug 14, 2026 · 3 min read
How Will the FDA's New Ingredient Transparency Rule Affect Food Safety?
At least 111 substances of unknown safety have entered foods, drinks, and supplements within the United States without any notification to the CNN .
Aug 13, 2026 · 4 min read
Solo Female Travel: New European Destination Trends
A recent 2024 survey by WanderSafe International found 60% of solo female travelers prioritize local safety infrastructure over popular tourist attractions.
Aug 13, 2026 · 4 min read
Mindful Eating Practices for a Healthier Relationship with Food
While most diets promise rapid weight loss through restriction, individuals adopting mindful eating practices often shed pounds not by deprivation, but by simply tuning into their body's intricate cue
Aug 13, 2026 · 6 min read
The Race to Predict 2026 Fall Travel Destinations
A remote Greenland fjord, previously hosting fewer than 500 annual tourists, witnessed a 300% surge in early 2026 booking inquiries within 48 hours.
Aug 12, 2026 · 3 min read
What is the Farm to Table Movement's Real Impact on Local Economies in 2026?
Despite its popular image as a boon for local economies, studies reveal the economic impacts of farm-to-table initiatives are often modest, even overstated.
Aug 11, 2026 · 3 min read
US Senate Passes Funding Bill, Averting Government Shutdown
For a full year, armed troops have patrolled Washington D.
Aug 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Over-50 Women Drive Surge in Solo Travel Trends
Forget the image of the lonely widow: women over 50 are now the fastest-growing demographic in solo travel, driven by a powerful desire for independence, not a lack of companions, according to Falstaf
Aug 10, 2026 · 3 min read
Jeremiah's Tavern to Open Fourth Location in Greece, NY
With a bar seating 100, a spacious dining room featuring booths and banquettes, and an outdoor patio for 60, Jeremiah's Tavern's new Greece location is poised to become a major local hub.
Aug 10, 2026 · 2 min read
What is Mindful Eating and Why Does it Boost Wellness?
In a compelling 1.5-year study, participants embracing mindful eating held steady with reduced fasting glucose levels, a vital marker of metabolic health. This outcome diverged sharply from an active
Aug 10, 2026 · 4 min read
Food to Live Recalls Green Powder Over Salmonella Contamination Fears
A sample of Food to Live's Organic SuperGreens Mix, a product marketed for health, tested positive for Salmonella, triggering a recall of nine varieties in 2026.
Aug 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Utah Ranks as Nation's Best State for Fourth Straight Year
For the fourth consecutive year, Utah has been crowned the nation's best state by U.
Aug 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Portuguese Destinations Boomers Are Loving
Last year, over 3.5 million travelers aged 55 and older, a striking 28% surge in just five years, flocked to Portugal's golden shores and sun-drenched villages, according to the Portuguese National St
Aug 9, 2026 · 5 min read
10 Best Foods & Drinks at Wisconsin State Fair 2026
The 2026 Wisconsin State Fair's Golden Spork, its highest food award, crowned Fiesta Grill & Cantina's Birria Flamin' Bombs.
Aug 8, 2026 · 5 min read
US Issues 'Reconsider Travel' Advisory for Middle East
A 40% surge in cancellations for Middle East-bound trips booked for October and November has hit online travel agencies, just days after the US State Department issued a broad travel advisory.
Aug 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Global Fermented Beverages for Wellness in 2026
In November 2023, the U.
Aug 7, 2026 · 5 min read
Top 4 Anthony Bourdain Culinary Destinations
At a small Cape Cod eatery, Anthony Bourdain savored Portuguese kale soup and stuffed cod—a dish featuring local scallops, crab, and Portuguese sausage.
Aug 6, 2026 · 3 min read