Before the evening you’ll receive a bespoke hamper with bites and tastings carefully curated by your chef, together with a country guide and playlist to perfectly set the mood. Then join your chef to experience the ‘flavour’ of their country via a live-streamed event hosted by a travel writer. During a captivating conversation they bring these exciting countries to life, whilst you savour the cuisine on this delightful virtual tour.
Also included: Paired Wine, Country Guide, Luggage tag, Spotify Playlist, Live Travelogue.
£60 for two people. These events represent great value as a thank you for being a British Airways Premium Plus Cardmember. Limited tickets available.
Argentina with John Rattagan
Thursday 23 September 7.30pm
Explore the homeland of asado (barbecue) with the chef who left his country as a young man and opened the first authentic Argentine charcoal grill in the country, Buen Ayre in 2004, in the heart of hip Hackney. Enjoy true ‘parrillada’ in this very special event as you explore the lifestyle and culture of the Argentina.
Portugal with Max Graham
Wednesday 29 September 7.30ppm
With a real love of the country’s varied regional gastronomy, Porto-born Max Graham takes you on a mouth-watering trip to his childhood home. Exposed to London’s buzzing restaurant scene, Max couldn’t understand why Portuguese food and wine was so under represented, which led him to open Bar Douro. This Tasting Tour draws inspiration from the cervejarias and tascas of Lisbon, Porto and beyond.
Greece with Tonia Buxton
Thursday 7 October 7.30pm
Tonia Buxton is the face of Greek food in the UK and presenter of the award-winning ‘My Greek Kitchen’ TV series, which has been aired in 35 countries globally. With dishes from The Real Greek, Tonia will explore the culinary heritage of Greece and the country’s best gastronomic traditions, allowing you to enjoy the flavours, passion, and fun of Greek dining and hospitality.
South Africa, with Patrick Williams
Thursday 14 October 7.30ppm
Join co-founder of South London’s Kudu, as he leads you on an inspiring journey through the dazzling flavours of his home country. Patrick’s food is shaped by the seasons, combine great produce with a splash of imagination. His South African roots inspire his menu, with flavours from Western Cape to Johannesburg.
China, with Andrew Yeo
Thursday 28 October 7.30pm
Take a tour to Southern China with the executive chef of Michelin-starred Hakkasan, where he’ll introduce you to the sensational flavours of Cantonese cuisine and share all his insider tips. Believing the freshness of ingredients to be the key to quality Cantonese cuisine, Chef Yeo treats each ingredient with care, allowing them to shine.