Food & Wine Journeys

Itinerary Inspiration

Some of the most memorable travel moments happen around the table with a glass of something local in hand, the scent of spices in the air, and stories shared over a locally cooked meal. Whether it’s discovering new flavours or revisiting old favourites, food has a way of grounding us in a place and making us feel at home.

Our culinary journeys are designed for travellers who love to explore through taste. Sip Malbec under the sun in Argentina’s vineyards, taste your way through India’s vibrant markets, or enjoy just-caught seafood by the shores of the Seychelles. From slow lunches in South Africa’s winelands to hands-on cooking classes in Morocco, every experience is carefully chosen to reflect the spirit of the place.

These are journeys full of flavour indulgent, and always delicious.

Australia’s food scene is wonderfully diverse bright, fresh, and shaped by both Indigenous heritage and global influence. This journey takes you from Sydney’s waterfront restaurants to vineyard lunches in Margaret River, finishing with an unforgettable dinner beneath the desert stars near Uluru.

Luxury Stays:

• Cape Lodge, Margaret River – A stylish vineyard retreat known for farm-to-table dining.
• Longitude 131°, Uluru – A luxury desert camp with exceptional starlit tasting menus using native ingredients.

Unexpected Delights:

• A private market tour with a Sydney chef followed by a harbourfront cooking session.
• Vineyard lunch in Margaret River paired with small-batch chardonnays and cabernets.
• A desert tasting menu using bush spices and Indigenous cooking techniques as the sun sets over Uluru.

Embark on a wine lover’s dream in Argentina’s Mendoza region, where you’ll tour private vineyards, indulge in tastings of the region’s renowned Malbec, and savour gourmet meals paired with exquisite local wines. Explore the charming town of Mendoza before ending your journey with a private dinner under the stars in a vineyard’s olive grove.

Luxury Stays:

• The Vines Resort & Spa – A luxurious vineyard retreat offering private villas and tailored wine experiences.
• Cavas Wine Lodge – An exclusive boutique hotel surrounded by vineyards, featuring private wine cellars.

Unexpected Delights:

• Private Malbec wine blending experience with a master sommelier.
• Exclusive picnic in the vineyard, prepared by a local chef using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• A private helicopter ride over Mendoza’s stunning wine region, with a wine-tasting session upon landing.

Begin in Delhi, exploring bustling spice markets and indulging in street food tours before heading to Jaipur, where you’ll experience royal Rajasthani cuisine. Finish your journey in Kerala, with hands-on cooking classes in an intimate local kitchen, learning how to craft traditional dishes with fresh, local ingredients.

Luxury Stays:

• The Imperial Hotel, Delhi – A blend of luxury and history, offering culinary experiences and private spice tours.
• The Leela Palace, Jaipur – A regal palace hotel with exquisite dining options and traditional Rajasthani cooking classes.

Unexpected Delights:

• Private spice market tour with a local chef in Delhi, followed by a cooking demonstration.
• A royal feast at a heritage palace, prepared by a personal chef.
• Sunrise boat ride on Kerala’s backwaters, followed by a private seafood feast.

Begin your journey in Chile’s famed Casablanca and Colchagua valleys, where cool-climate vineyards and sun-drenched estates produce some of South America’s most distinctive wines. Enjoy private tastings, cellar tours, and long, indulgent vineyard lunches. Continue south to Patagonia for open-fire cooking, foraged ingredients, and soul-stirring landscapes. Finish in the Atacama Desert, where stargazing dinners and ancient Andean flavours offer a fitting finale.

Luxury Stays:

• Vik Chile, Millahue Valley – Striking architecture, private tastings, and a world-class vineyard setting.
• Explora Patagonia, Torres del Paine – Iconic lodge offering guided treks, open-fire Patagonian cuisine, and dramatic views.
• Awasi Atacama, San Pedro – An intimate desert retreat with private guides and refined, locally inspired dining.

Unexpected Delights:

• A private blending session with a winemaker in the Maipo Valley, crafting your own bottle.
• A Patagonian cooking workshop featuring traditional asado al palo (lamb cooked over an open fire).
• A stargazing dinner in the Atacama Desert, paired with ancient desert ingredients and local wines.
• A behind-the-scenes kitchen experience in Santiago with a renowned Chilean chef.

Start in Cape Town with private tours of world-renowned vineyards in the Cape Winelands, followed by exclusive wine pairings with multi-course meals. Afterward, head to a luxury safari lodge in Kruger National Park, where you’ll enjoy gourmet meals, complemented by wine pairings during sunset game drives.

Luxury Stays:

• La Residence, Franschhoek – A lavish boutique hotel in the heart of the wine country, with personalized wine-tasting experiences.
• Singita Lebombo Lodge – An ultra-luxurious safari lodge offering private dining experiences with wine pairings.

Unexpected Delights:

• Private chef-led wine-pairing dinner in a secluded vineyard.
• Sunset game drive with wine and canapés, overlooking the African savannah.
• A private, hands-on cooking class in the vineyards, focusing on local South African ingredients.

Wander the vibrant souks of Marrakech and Fes, indulging in the rich aromas of Moroccan spices and flavours. Visit a traditional Berber village for a hands-on cooking class, and finish your journey with a luxurious desert camp experience, where you’ll enjoy a private dinner with traditional Moroccan music under the stars.

Luxury Stays:

• Royal Mansour Marrakech – A palatial hotel offering culinary experiences and private tours of the city’s markets.
• Kasbah Tamadot – A luxury desert retreat in the Atlas Mountains with private cooking classes and stunning views.

Unexpected Delights:

• A private tour of a spice market in Marrakech, followed by a cooking lesson with a master chef.
• Sunset camel ride to a private desert camp, where you’ll enjoy a gourmet Moroccan dinner.
• A secret wine-tasting experience featuring Morocco’s rare desert wines, held in a private wine cellar.

Experience the unparalleled seafood of the Seychelles, with private beachside dinners and market visits where you can choose fresh catches for your next meal. Enjoy guided cooking classes on preparing seafood dishes, and explore the unique tropical flavours of Creole cuisine on a culinary island-hopping adventure.

Luxury Stays:

• Four Seasons Resort Seychelles – A beachfront paradise offering private seafood feasts and gourmet cooking classes.
• Denis Private Island – An exclusive island resort with a focus on sustainable, island-to-table dining.

Unexpected Delights:

• A private fishing excursion, where you can catch your own seafood for a beachside dinner.
• A Creole cooking class with a local chef, featuring rare island ingredients.
• Private sunset dinner on a secluded beach, with fresh seafood prepared by your personal chef.