Meet the Founders:
Lauren Aloise | Co-Found of Devour Tours and Head of Culinary Strategy at Walks Tours
Lauren Aloise is a passionate food and tourism entrepreneur who founded Devour Tours in 2012, turning her love for food and travel into a thriving business. Devour Tours offers award-winning food and culture tours across Europe and the U.S., currently operating in 18 destinations and growing. In 2021, Devour Tours had the opportunity to partner with the renowned walking tour operator Walks, as part of the Hornblower Group. As Head of Culinary Strategy for Walks/Devour, Lauren plays a key role in shaping operations and marketing strategies. She is dedicated to mentoring others in the industry, helping them turn their passions into successful careers. See what Lauren’s cooking on her blog Spanish Sabores and on Instagram at @spanishsabores.
James Blick | Co-Founder of Devour Tours & Founder of Spain Revealed
James moved from New Zealand to Spain in 2011 and has since dedicated himself to helping people explore and understand his adopted country. He co-founded Devour Tours, offering food tours in Spain before expanding the brand throughout Europe. He’s also the founder of Spain Revealed, where he provides step-by-step guidance, expert advice, and community support for people looking to move to Spain and set up their dream lives there. Keep up with James on his YouTube channel Spain Revealed and on Instagram/Tiktok at @jamesblickspain.
Lauren Aloise is a passionate food and tourism entrepreneur who founded Devour Tours in 2012, turning her love for food and travel into a thriving business. Devour Tours offers award-winning food and culture tours across Europe and the U.S., currently operating in 18 destinations and growing. In 2021, Devour Tours had the opportunity to partner with the renowned walking tour operator Walks, as part of the Hornblower Group. As Head of Culinary Strategy for Walks/Devour, Lauren plays a key role in shaping operations and marketing strategies. She is dedicated to mentoring others in the industry, helping them turn their passions into successful careers. See what Lauren’s cooking on her blog Spanish Sabores and on Instagram at @spanishsabores.
James Blick | Co-Founder of Devour Tours & Founder of Spain Revealed
James moved from New Zealand to Spain in 2011 and has since dedicated himself to helping people explore and understand his adopted country. He co-founded Devour Tours, offering food tours in Spain before expanding the brand throughout Europe. He’s also the founder of Spain Revealed, where he provides step-by-step guidance, expert advice, and community support for people looking to move to Spain and set up their dream lives there. Keep up with James on his YouTube channel Spain Revealed and on Instagram/Tiktok at @jamesblickspain.
