Throughout 2025, culinary tourism has remained one of the fastest-growing global trends, and travelers are constantly hungry for more. Travelers continuously seek under-the-radar spots and flavors reflecting the region, but in a truly immersive fashion. Across Africa, Asia, and Europe, these top travel companies have exceeded the expectations of thoughtfully curated culinary journeys.
A Taste of Georgia: Untamed Travelling’s Personalized Culinary Journeys
With a focus on tailor-made travel to the world’s most remote and diverse destinations, luxury travel company Untamed Travelling offers immersive culinary journeys that go beyond the obvious, revealing a new layer of culture, history, and connection. Located in the South Caucasus region, Georgia is one of the world’s best-kept culinary secrets, making their sample itinerary, Culinary Tour Georgia, one of the most captivating. Travelers can follow the Georgian military road through dramatic mountain landscapes of Georgia and Russia, leading past Ananuri Fort, where they will indulge in the most delicious Khinkali, savory soup dumplings that originated in the highlands of Pshavi, Mtiuleti, and Khevsureti. Along the way, roadside kabob stalls offer skewers of perfectly grilled meats and vegetables, while the country’s most iconic dish, Khachapuri—a warm, leavened bread filled with molten sulguni cheese, butter, and egg— delivers a true taste of national pride. Guests can personalize their journey with the team of expert travel designers, adding experiences such as visits to ancient wine regions or even extending the journey into neighboring Armenia.
Hemingways Collection: A Culinary Safari Across Kenya
A celebration of Kenya’s rich regional flavors, “the big five” of East Africa come to life in a new way through the Culinary Safari--the seven-night culinary adventure by Hemingways Collection that evokes the five senses. Sumptuous meals on the journey through Kenya’s gastronomy begin at Hemingways Nairobi, where The Brasserie sets the tone with seasonal produce and garden herbs, showcasing a unique and contemporary East African flair. Guests can enjoy a wine-pairing in their unique glass-enclosed Wine Room, with days three, four, and five at Hemingways Ol Seki Mara still to come. Once guests arrive at one of ten luxury tents in the heart of the dramatic savannah, they will hear bubbling potjie pots as they feel the warmth of the sparkling embers, with the option to join their own private chef for a Swahili-inspired cooking session. Ending on the North Coast at Hemingways Watamu, meals shift to fresh-caught seafood, tropical fruits, and refreshing cool cocktails overlooking the vastness of the Indian Ocean.
Walk Japan’s Onsen Gastronomy Tours That Give Back
Walk Japan, the pioneer of off-the-beaten-path tours in Japan, invites travelers to experience the country through its Onsen Gastronomy journeys—immersive tours that celebrate Japan’s deep-rooted bathing culture and regional cuisine. Each itinerary is curated to showcase areas renowned for their natural hot springs and exceptional local delicacies, offering an authentic glimpse into less-traveled communities. At the heart of Walk Japan is its commitment to supporting underfunded and lesser-traveled regions through small-group tourism that gives back to local villages. The Onsen Gastronomy: Noto Tour originated from a response to a call for help after a powerful earthquake struck the Noto Peninsula in 2024. Inspired by a Walk Japan colleague from the region, the tour welcomes guests to meet the resilient locals who take pride in their heritage, cuisine, and onsen traditions as they rebuild their community.
Launching on December 1, the Onsen Gastronomy: Kiso in Nagano Tour continues this approach, combining light walking with restorative relaxation. Through Japan’s quiet countryside blanketed in winter snow, the five-day/four-night itinerary spotlights a different side of Japan, within one of its main cities, yet far from the crowds. Through these journeys, Walk Japan continues to reveal hidden gems while ensuring that tourism benefits the people and places that make Japan so extraordinary.
The World-Famous Oranges of the Algarve
At W Algarve, guests can curate their own unforgettable experiences across Portugal’s southern coast through the hotel’s signature Whatever/Whenever service, from coastal adventures to immersive culinary journeys that celebrate the region’s vibrant local culture. Known for its world-famous oranges, the Algarve is the best place to try the juiciest fruit; the Organic Orange Picking & Jam Making Tour invites travelers to dive deep into the citrus-scented countryside of Silves, one of the Algarve’s most picturesque towns, just a 30-minute drive from W Algarve. Ideal for countryside lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone passionate about sustainable living, the experience brings groups to a charming organic citrus farm tucked amid rolling hills. Guided by a local farming couple, participants learn about the art of orange cultivation, from sustainable irrigation methods to the harvesting of different varieties. Guests can hand-pick their own oranges, sip freshly squeezed juice in the farmer’s historic family home, and join a hands-on jam-making workshop to craft their own souvenir jar. The tour ends with a farm-to-table lunch, featuring traditional Algarve dishes made from fresh, local ingredients, including produce from the garden and regionally inspired desserts.
