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Around the World on a Breakfast Trail • Every culture has a morning meal that tells its story better than any guidebook. Shaped by migration, empire, religion, climate, economy, and habit, breakfast is where a place reveals itself most honestly. Here are 10 of the world’s most compelling ones, and where to eat them.

PALACE ABOVE THE LAKE • Royal hospitality, historic grandeur, and the changing colours of Fateh Sagar Lake shape every moment at The LaLiT Laxmi Vilas Palace, Udaipur.

A LEGACY OF LUXURY • Five years on, Raffles Udaipur has established itself as a landmark in modern Indian hospitality.

Language of the Senses • At Andaz Spa, wellness is an immersive ritual shaped by scent, touch, and personalisation.

THE BEST WAY TO BRISBANE • Sometimes, the journey is the destination. With Malaysia Airlines, a business class flight and their Golden Lounge affords the particular pleasure of arriving in Brisbane already rested, even rejuvenated.

BRISBANE, UNHURRIED • Queensland’s vibrant capital city delivers on every front. From entertainment and nightlife to island escapes, bridge climbs, and unique wildlife encounters—it’s everything you need it to be.

PLANT FORWARD • Fresh produce, indigenous ingredients, and thoughtful cooking are transforming New Zealand into an unexpected haven for vegetarian travellers.

FICTION TO FOOTSTEPS • Before the ticket was booked, there was a book. Team T+L revisits the destinations literature has inspired them to explore.

THE FUTURE of FLAVOUR • Indian food is at the crossroads of change. Across the country, the conversations shaping how we eat are evolving—shifting perspectives on ingredients, presentation, portions, and the story of each dish. The Future of Flavour brings together some of the industry’s most influential voices to examine these ideas that are redefining the future of Indian gastronomy.

SETTING THE TABLE

PROVENANCE • Diners want to know not only what they’re eating, but who grew it, where it came from, and why it belongs on the plate.

REGIONAL INTELLIGENCE • The next chapter of Indian dining lies in looking beyond states and into communities, regions, and forgotten food traditions.

CLEAN EATING • Consumers are embracing a more holistic approach that values transparency and are returning to time-tested food traditions.

COCKTAIL CULTURE • The biggest shift in India’s cocktail revolution is the emergence of better-informed drinkers, who expect more from every glass.

INGREDIENT INTEGRITY • Great ingredients begin with healthy soil, fair partnerships, and farmers who are rewarded for quality.

LUXURY IN RESTRAINT • Luxury dining is no longer defined by excess. Diners are looking for experiences that feel thoughtful, personal, and memorable.

A TASTE OF INDIA’S FUTURE • The future of Indian dining will be shaped by a return to local foodways, greater confidence in Indian ingredients, and a deeper understanding of what makes a meal worth remembering.

Palermo on a Plate • On a food tour, Buenos Aires surprises Charukesi Ramadurai with onion-filled empanadas, Neapolitan-inspired...