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The Epicurean Vagabonds

Ryan Wildstar, Ryan Elston

We are Ryan and Ryan, and what we propose to you here is an observational celebration of the most extraordinary people, places, books, art, music, food, wine and cultures we have had the honor to experience together over the last 24 years.

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  • Ryan Wildstar

    Ryan Wildstar is a musician, poet, playwright, visual artist, editor, actor, theater director, translator, educator, Sommelier, tour guide and culinary/wine professional.

  • Ryan Elston

    Co-author of The Epicurean Vagabonds. Writer, editor, poet, educator, mythographer, rogue scholar, digital nomad. Lover of art, literature, music, LGBTQ+ history, mythology, philosophy, food/wine, film/TV and pop culture from around the globe.

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