Eastern & Oriental Express embarks on iconic culinary journeys with guest chefs
October,2017
Belmond is delighted to announce a new series of ‘pop-up’ collaborations with highly acclaimed international chefs Ian Kittichai and Luke Mangan aboard south-east Asia’s iconic luxury sleeper train, Eastern & Oriental Express.
A culinary journey
Hosted by the train’s Executive Chef, Yannis Martineau, the award-winning chefs have crafted menus blending their contemporary signature styles drawing inspiration from the timeless train and the captivating countries through which it travels.
Chef Yannis says, “I am looking forward to welcoming Ian and Luke aboard Eastern & Oriental Express and working together to prepare fine cuisine in the train’s neat and constantly moving galley kitchen – which is always a challenge. Guests travelling with us on these special journeys will taste exceptional bespoke dishes created with passion and originality, aboard one of the world’s most charming and memorable trains.”
Stepping aboard with Ian Kittichai
Joining a classic three-night journey from Bangkok to Singapore, guests will dine on sensational breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner menus designed by Ian, using local ingredients to bring alive his Thai flair (22 – 25 November 2017 / 18 – 20 November 2018).
