Yannis Martineau, Chef De Cuisine on board the Eastern and Orient Express, talks food...

"I create the unique, inspirational cuisine on board the Eastern & Oriental Express, reflecting the exquisite flavours of South East Asia to enrich the travelling experience with sumptuous fine dining.

"The menus represent authentic dishes refined by a combination of classic European culinary methods and familiar tastes. We use the best traditional Asian techniques and ingredients, with an emphasis on the highest quality seasonal and local produce. This allows the creation of stimulating and memorable masterpieces by my team of talented chefs for our discerning guests"

Eastern & Orient Express, Thailand
Discover the elegance, style and nostalgia of days gone by on board the famous and luxurious Eastern & Oriental Express train. Sit back and indulge yourself with fine food, fabulous wines and impeccable service as you journey through some of the most stunning scenery imaginable.

This eight-day tour begins with three nights in buzzing Bangkok. After, spend two nights in Chiang Mai discovering temples, vibrant night markets and tribal villages nestled among the mountains. Then, it’s time to board the luxurious Eastern & Orient Express for two nights. Thailand’s stunning panoramas will chug by during the most mesmerising train journey you’ve ever been on. Spy water buffalos, rural villages and the ancient Khmer empire on the way back to Bangkok, where you’ll spend the night before flying home.

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Article added 19 February 2010.