GourmetGood as gold Central OtagoLong after the Gold Rush, the fine wines, artisan produce and quiet beauty of Central Otago are making it one of New Zealand’s most bountiful regions once again, says Michael Harden
GourmetThe real Inca trail Sacred ValleySteeped in myth and legend, Peru’s Sacred Valley is a place where diligent toil pays dividends, and where visitors are gifted with an unforgettable insight into the evolving face of a historic culture. Michael Raffael takes a hike into an ancient world
GourmetAfrican edge DakarSenegal’s lightning-paced capital Dakar perches on the tip of West Africa and thrums to the beat of the sabar drum. It’s a place where no day is complete without fresh seafood and family history is learnt through song. Local specialities are myriad and everyone has their own recipe for thiof, the ‘playboy’ fish. Philip Sweeney meets the people behind the traditions
GourmetPalate of the Caribbean British Virgin IslandsThe little string of British Virgin Islands have witnessed many waves of invasions, influences and natural disasters, but the territory’s spirit and cuisine remains strong, discovers Clarissa Hyman
GourmetFeel the Bern SwitzerlandIn the de facto Swiss capital, a morning commute could entail a refreshing glide downstream followed by a European breakfast of dreams. Rosemary Barron reports, wedge of Emmental in hand
GourmetGourmet odyssey AthensAs Athens sets about economic recovery, the city is turning to the past for a better future. Rosemary Barron meets the chefs and producers going back to the old ways to explore a modern food scene rooted in the ancient traditions which nourished the world’s greatest early civilisation
GourmetThe real Algarve PortimaoNestled between the tourists traps on the Portuguese coast lies Portimão, a sleepy fishing town that made its money in sardines. Now the sun has set on canning, Michael Raffael finds an unhurried pace of life and a food scene focused on the ocean’s bountiful harvest
GourmetLake to plate Lac Du BourgetBlessed with perfect conditions for fishing, cheesemaking and grape-growing, the Lac du Bourget town of Chambéry in France’s Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region is a food lover’s paradise, with plenty to delight between meals, too, says Michael Raffael
GourmetHeaven Kent KentFrom its prime lamb to its seafood, superb restaurants, local wine and beautiful coastline, England’s South East coast is enjoying a culinary renaissance without losing its trademark charm, discovers Olivia Palamountain
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