The Artists Exploring the Surrealism of Food

Art and food have always been closely intertwined, but when the Surrealist movement came along, it took a trippy turn. Now chefs and artists are serving up ever-more fanciful feasts off the canvas, as ingredients become both medium and muse. Food writer Bre Graham lifts the lid on the latest batch of mind-bending maestros.

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Aerial view of Napasai's palm-fringed coast, with green lawns bordering a white sand beach that meets an aquamarine sea.

Where to Set-Jet in 2025

More than ever, travellers are picking travel spots featured on their favourite TV shows and films. We investigate the trend and look ahead to the stop set-jetting spots for 2025, from palm-fringed Koh Samui to the plains of Peru.

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The Basilica Santa Maria and the Doge's palace create a parade of grand, warm-lit edifices, seen from the canal at night.

A Nocturnal Guide to Venice

What is Venice at night without palazzos, bellinis and caffè corretto? Writer Alexandra Pereira recalls a series of nocturnal adventures for you to emulate in the city.

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Chef Andre Chiang stands against a red and green-patterned wall, tightening his white apron straps while looking to camera.

Breaking Bread with Chef André Chiang

With every dish he creates, Chef André Chiang wants to capture the taste of a place and the story of a journey. We stepped into the kitchen of the culinary curator onboard the Eastern & Oriental Express as it travels through Malaysia for an insight into his culinary philosophy and the art of writing a menu.

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Sunlight plays in shades of honey and gold on the walls and four-poster bed of suite in a Palacio Nazarenas.

Play The Sun Before Dawn

Join photographer Nick Ballón on a photographic journey through the vibrancy of modern Peru, while tracing a complex family history deep into the ancient Incan Empire.

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Burgundy clouds bloom in a purpling sky, reflecting the sunset spectacle on the serene waters of tree-lined river below.

Onboard Amaryllis, From Sunrise to Sunset

A trip onboard a Les Bateaux Belmond boat is unlike anything else. Welcome to a day on Amaryllis, where from sunrise to sunset, you’ll explore the beauty of Burgundy by meeting food and wine producers that make this region in France so special.

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At a table with a red cocktail, olives and crisps, a guest plays Monopoly, the La Villeggiatura edition, seen from above.

La Villeggiatura Monopoly

With summer in full swing, we learn yet another way to master the art of the Italian getaway. Discover Belmond’s special edition of MONOPOLY La Villeggiatura, a playful twist on the classic game that weaves together our legendary locations – from the Amalfi Coast to Liguria, via Costa Smeralda and Tuscany.

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A group of people wearing Parley For The Ocean shirts gather in a circle on the beach, viewed from behind a female member.

Belmond Partners with Parley for the Oceans

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Filmmaker Wes Anderson sits at a French polished table in an art deco carriage and observes the world through the window

How Wes Anderson Redesigned Our Train

Wes Anderson's distinctive style now graces the rails. Climb on board the British Pullman and discover a train carriage meticulously re-designed by the director, and spiriting travellers across the UK.

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Seen from behind, a girl with long braids looks at a white fluffy monster designed by Fernando Laposse using agave fibres.

Ground Force

Discover how Mexico’s long-held tradition of transforming natural materials into craft is being respun by socially minded designers.

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Chef Raymond Blanc, wearing glasses and chef whites, lies back on the grass with his arms behind his head, seen from above.

Breaking Bread with Raymond Blanc OBE

When Raymond Blanc found the historic manor house that would become Le Manoir, he said it was ‘love at first sight’. Forty years on, we spent the day reminiscing with Raymond about his vision for Le Manoir and his culinary inspirations.

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Chef Pía León looks pensive as she sits at a table, viewed from the outside through a window that reflects strips of sky.

Breaking Bread with Pía León

Through numerous ancient ingredients and centuries of history, discover the DNA of new restaurant ‘Mauka’ with the celebrated Peruvian chef at the helm: Pía León.

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