3 Unique Culinary Travel Experiences to Try with Red Savannah

Calling all food lovers! Red Savannah has unveiled a collection of culinary itineraries across Asia, each designed to showcase regional flavors, food traditions, and authentic dining experiences.

A Taste of Japan

This 10-day itinerary offers an engaging introduction to Japan, blending modern city life with centuries-old traditions and a strong focus on the nation’s culinary culture. Beginning in Tokyo, travelers visit notable shrines and tranquil gardens, then step into the city’s atmospheric evening districts—Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho and Golden Gai—where narrow lanes hide intimate restaurants and bars serving small plates and local specialties. Highlights include:

  • Exploring Tokyo and learning the art of sushi-making from an expert chef
  • Spending an evening sampling dishes in Tokyo’s izakayas
  • Visiting the famous Tsukiji seafood market
  • Tasting savory okonomiyaki in Hiroshima
  • Paying respects at the moving Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
  • Exploring ancient temples and gardens in Kyoto
  • Creating a custom broth and toppings in a hands-on ramen class
Taste of Japan

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A Culinary Tour of Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is a paradise for food enthusiasts, offering abundant produce from both land and sea and a cuisine shaped by native, South Asian and colonial influences. This 10-day private, food-focused tour visits scenic regions such as the lush hills of Tea Country and the coastal forests of Yala, pairing memorable landscapes with immersive food experiences. Highlights include:

  • A private Sinhalese cookery class led by a top chef
  • Dine at the acclaimed Ministry of Crab
  • A barbecue dinner at a scenic vantage point and breakfast amid the paddy fields of Tea Country
  • Tasting Tamil home cooking with a Tea Country host
  • Wildlife viewing—spotting elephants and leopards in Yala National Park
  • Meeting Sri Lanka’s “Sapphire King” to learn about gems while enjoying lunch
  • Lagoon fishing with local fishermen followed by a fresh seafood beach barbecue

Thailand Culinary Adventure

This private journey showcases the vibrant flavors of Thailand from north to south. Travelers sample regional specialties, learn traditional techniques and explore both rural and urban food scenes. The trip highlights the distinctive cuisine of Chiang Mai and Lanna-style dishes before moving south to Bangkok’s energetic street food culture and the diverse culinary influences found in Phuket. Highlights include:

  • Learning to prepare Lanna-style dishes in a rural family home
  • Enjoying top-rated pad Thai on a street food tour of Bangkok by tuk-tuk
  • Sampling Phuket’s multicultural culinary offerings

Each itinerary blends hands-on cooking classes, market visits and authentic meals with cultural exploration, offering a thoughtful way to discover Asia through its food. Whether you’re interested in sushi craftsmanship, Sri Lankan spice and seafood traditions, or the layered tastes of Thai cuisine, these journeys are designed for travelers who want to eat like a local and learn from experienced guides and chefs.