As autumn approaches, apples, winter squash, pumpkins, cinnamon, and more are becoming more prevalent, tantalizing the taste buds of all culinary enthusiasts. Whether you’re celebrating by sipping cocktails in the alluring turquoise waters of the Caribbean, dining under the stars in Mexico, or navigating the vast seas of South America, embrace sweater season by planning a journey and treating your inner gourmet with one of these remarkable dining adventures worldwide.
Champagne & Caviar Fantasies at Quintessence, Anguilla
What could be more delightful than raising a glass of bubbly while smoothly flying off to the Caribbean? Anguilla’s most stylish boutique five-star hotel presents a thoughtfully exclusive package that encompasses round-trip flights to the island via a Tradewind Aviation private jet, seven nights in the hotel’s ocean-view penthouse suite, along with a Champagne tasting paired with caviar service. Featuring only twelve distinctive suites, a museum-quality art collection, and one of the Caribbean’s most exquisite wine and Champagne cellars, Quintessence acts as your very own private estate, staffed with butlers dedicated to fulfilling your every desire.
Tea Time at Sea aboard Ecoventura, Galapagos
Pinkies elevated, anchors secured! Passengers on an Ecoventura luxury yacht accommodating 20 guests can explore historical Floreana Island in The Galapagos while enjoying a tea service themed around an ancient mystery. Renowned for vibrant snorkeling locations like the Devil’s Crown and the famed Post Office Bay, the island is said to have been the site of several enigmatic vanishings in the 1930s, including that of an Austrian ‘baroness’ and her associates. As adventurers savor local beverages and petite delicacies on the sundeck in a relaxed manner, a local guide unravels the intricate narrative of the Galapagos Affair that once transpired in this enchanting archipelago.
Feet in the Water, Sunsets & Sand at Playa Largo Resort & Spa, Florida
Bathed in the glow of twinkling lights on a beach in the Florida Keys, patrons of Playa Largo Resort & Spa can immerse themselves in nature’s splendor with dinner at a Water Table set against the shimmering turquoise coastline. Encouraging diners to remove their footwear and soak their feet in the water while relishing fresh coastal fare with a backdrop of pastel sunsets, this enchanting tropical retreat offers everything that defines a quintessential island getaway.
A Dreamy Retreat at W Punta de Mita, Mexico
For a truly mindful (and unforgettable) dining occasion, secure the sole reservation available each night at W Punta de Mita’s Mesa1. As indicated by its name, this dining venue offers a one-table upscale culinary experience located on a private stone islet in the middle of a picturesque lagoon, near one of Mexico’s premier surfing spots. Guests are invited to delight in a customizable seven-course tasting menu while seated around an exquisite table carved from a century-old local Parota tree — accessible only by floating stones that vanish once the guests are settled in.
Exclusive Oyster Experience on the Cape at Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club
A personalized oyster tasting on the Cape? Utterly delightful, completely charming. Cape Cod’s stunning Ocean Edge Resort is unveiling a new private oyster experience accessible exclusively to visitors of their premier Presidential Bay Collection villas. This event unfolds en-suite and includes an oyster-shucking lesson complete with insights on the area’s signature delicacy, along with a local oyster tasting harmoniously paired with housemade accompaniments (think: Bloody Mary Granita) and an array of Champagne, Aperol Spritz’s, cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Ultimate Indulgence in Paradise at Jade Mountain, St. Lucia
St. Lucia’s enchanting resort, famed for its three-walled guest sanctuaries that feature en-suite infinity pools with breathtaking views, pays tribute to the island’s rich culinary history with an exquisitely local and subtle en-suite dessert. Guests in these coveted suites can place an order for the Chocolate Dream Nightcap, and with a simple phone call to their private butler, they can receive an exquisite selection of delicate truffles infused with exotic local spices, along with smooth dark chocolate bars — all handcrafted with locally sourced cacao at the resort and best savored under a canopy of stars.
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