Chef Dev Biswal announces a 12-day culinary tour of India, featuring cultural experiences, fine dining, and local cuisine, departing from Heathrow to Delhi on January 10, 2025.
Renowned chef-patron Dev Biswal, of The Cook’s Tale restaurant in Canterbury, has announced an exclusive 12-day culinary tour of India, set to depart from Heathrow to Delhi on January 10, 2025. The tour, organized by The Cook’s Tales Holidays, promises an immersive experience featuring palaces, tigers, temples, feasts, wines, and whisky.
Priced at £4,250 per person for double occupancy and £4,550 for solo travelers, the tour offers a luxurious journey through India’s rich culinary and cultural landscape. Participants will begin their adventure with a stay at the stylish Radisson Blu Hotel in Delhi, followed by a guided city tour and dinner at a local landmark restaurant. The next day, the group will fly to Bhubaneswar in Odisha for a two-night stay, exploring ancient temples, Buddhist monuments, and Jain caves. Chef Biswal will host a lavish nine-course tasting lunch at the Mayfair Lagoon hotel, paired with fine wines from Sula Vineyards in Nashik. Guests will also enjoy a relaxation day with access to the hotel’s swimming pool, spa, and pub, culminating in a market visit and cooking class with a local chef at Dimple’s Kitchen.
“I’m really looking forward to showing holidaymakers the area where I grew up and introducing them to some amazing characters.”
The journey continues with a train trip aboard the Vande Bharat Express to Balasore, where guests will stay at the grand Belgadia Palace, home to Maharajah Praveen Chandra Bhanideo. The palace will host a royal BBQ-style welcome dinner, featuring Indian whisky. Other highlights include visits to tribal villages in the Simlipal Tiger Reserve and a stay at the Konark Eco Retreat, offering mangrove forests, private beaches, and activities like spa treatments, water sports, and yoga.
“For me, the only way to understand a country’s cultural history is through its food and meeting the people who produce it,” said Biswal. “I’m really looking forward to showing holidaymakers the area where I grew up and introducing them to some amazing characters.”
The tour is designed to showcase the best of each destination, with a focus on local markets and food producers, offering an intimate experience distinct from mass tourism. All trips are ATOL protected, ensuring peace of mind for travelers.
The Cook’s Tale, inspired by Chaucer’s Canterbury Tale character Perkyn Revelour, emphasizes sustainable local produce, with dishes crafted from ingredients sourced within 30 minutes of the kitchen. Chef Biswal, who grew up in Odisha and trained at the Dubai Sheraton, has been recognized by top restaurant guides and has received numerous awards, including Asian Chef of the Year at the Asian Restaurant Awards.
For full itineraries and more information, visit www.thecooksadventures.com/tour-destinations.
