SINGAPORE Local Foods Chicken Rice Logo Singapore (1)
SINGAPORE Singapore Local Foods Nasi Lemak Logo Singapore (1)

Singapore’s cuisine is influenced by its neighbouring Asian countries, Try this Indonesian inspired rice and fish dish – Nasi Lemak, accompanied by salty peanuts,  tangy sauce and topped with an egg.

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SINGAPORE Clarke Quay Logo Singapore (1)

Step out in cosmopolitan Clarke Quay and have your your pick of the superb restaurants serving everything from seafood to curry to steaks.

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SINGAPORE Night Scene In Clarke Quay Logo Singapore (1)

Soak up the atmosphere in this cosmopolitan part of Singapore. Clarke Quay offers a great evening at one of the many top-class restaurants.

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SINGAPORE Raffles Hotel Singapore Champagne Brunch Logo Singapore (1)

Be utterly spoilt for choice at the renowned Champagne Brunch at Raffles hotel. Taste food from every cuisine in the world.

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SINGAPORE Local Fast Food Vendor Logo Singapore (1)

Experience a vast array of tastes in Singapore; some of the best can be found freshly cooked to order at street food vendors.

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SINGAPORE He Chinatown Night Market Most Lively During The Countdown To The Chinese New Year Logo Singapore (1)

Join the throngs in Chinatown's outdoor market, especially busy with locals during Chinese New Year.

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SINGAPORE The Fullerton Bay Hotel Clifford Restaurant Logo Singapore (1)

Sample epicurean delights at the Clifford restaurant at the Fullerton Bay Hotel, overlooking the sparkling waters of the Bay.

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SINGAPORE Capella Bobs Bar Logo Singapore (1)

Sit back and enjoy a rum cocktail in this old-world setting, reminiscent of a Cuban Island Bar at the Capella Hotel.

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SINGAPORE Ah Meng Kopi At Singapore Zoo Logo Singapore (1)

Take a break from shopping and slurp up a Laksa, served at shopping centre food courts and hawker centers across Singapore.

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CHINA - Street Chef, Lijiang, Yunnan Logo China (1)

Street food is part of everyday life in China and if you give it a try, your tastebuds will be rewarded with spicy, inexpensive delicacies.

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CHINA - Mandarin oriental, hong kong restaurant Logo China (1)

Sample the delights of Hong Kong cuisine on your culinary adventure of China, whilst staying at the beacon of Asian style: Mandarin Oriental.

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CHINA - Banyan Tree Ringha -  First Night Dinner Logo China (1)

Give your tastebuds a whirl in the Banyan Tree Ringha and enjoy a tea tasting ceremony as well as a spectacular feast including the Yannon specialties of hotpot.

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CHINA - chinese food Logo China (1)

Learn about the art of Chinese cooking, including how to make these tasty dim sum.

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CHINA - peking duck pancakes Logo China (1)

A visit to China is not complete without tasting the famous Peking Duck and pancakes! We can highly recommend trying it at the Shangri-La, China World Summit Wing in Beijing.

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CAMBODIA Food Logo Cambodia (1)

Discover Khmer cuisine. Cambodia's traditional dish is 'amok', where rice and, often, fish is steamed in banana leaves. The result is delicious!

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BURMA Maymyo Market Logo Burma (1)

Escape the heat of the coast in Maymyo, a cool, colonial hill station and admire the wide range of vegetables grown in this fertile climate.

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SRI LANKA - Tangalle market Logo Srilanka

Soak up the sights, smells and smiles at Tangalle food market which takes place once a week

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SRI LANKA - local cuisine - the Ubiquitous rice & curry Logo Srilanka
Try Sri Lanka's local cuisine, the ubiquitous rice & curry 19/32
SRI LANKA - local cuisine Logo Srilanka
Ask your driver for a curry pitstop - he will know all the secret roadside eateries with the best local food! 20/32
Sri Lanka - tea pickers Logo Srilanka

Admire the colourful tea pickers in Ceylon's cool central tea plantations

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SRI LANKA - tea plantation Logo Srilanka

Experience a working tea plantation and learn about the process from the field to the factory to the cup

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SRI LANKA - inside the tea factory Logo Srilanka

Enjoy a private tour of a working tea factory in Sri Lanka's ravishing Bogawantalawa Valley

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SRI LANKA - Egg hoppers! Logo Srilanka
Egg hoppers! A Sri Lankan speciality and a staple at breakfast time 24/32
SOUTH INDIA - marari beach, fish basket Logo Southindia

Rise early to experience the bustle of the morning catch coming to shore at Marari Beach. Potential buyers line the beach to choose the day’s catch straight from the fishing boats. Fresh fish is a staple part of every Keralan’s diet – often laced with fiery chillis!

 

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SOUTH INDIA - curry Logo Southindia

The south of India is known for its creamy, coconut-milk fish curries. Although smoother in flavour they still have a fiery bite!

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NORTH INDIA - Jodphur, Lassi Logo Northindia (1)

Try a lassi, a delicious yoghurt-based drink, from one of Jaipur's many vendors.

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NORTH INDIA - Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur 3 Logo Northindia (1)

Enjoy a traditional North Indian breakfast with a view at the Taj Lake Palace in Udaipur.

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NORTH INDIA - Amanbagh Roof Terrace Logo Northindia (1)

Overlook paradise, or the closest thing to it on earth, with one of Amanbagh's private dining terrace experiences.

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VIETNAM Fish Baskets Logo Vietnam (1)

Fresh from the sea, these fish form an integral part of the Vietnamese diet, steamed with lemongrass red chilli, and wrapped in a banana leaf.

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VIETNAM Dalat Logo Vietnam (1)

Exotic fruit are displayed at this bountiful market in Dalat, located in the Central Highlands of Vietnam.

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THAILAND - Metropolitan food - Bangkok 2 Logo Thailand (1)

Within the cool haven of Bangkok's Metropolitan hotel, experience award-winning cuisine that perfectly highlights the best of Asian tastes: spicy, sweet and zingy – all at the same time!

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Client Testimonials

Without question, you put together the best trip I have ever taken. We were shown around like visiting dignitaries, the hotels were fantastic and the itinerary was just right. Everybody I know will hear about how amazing Ampersand is!
- Leslie Siben, India
I would recommend Ampersand without any hesitation!!! The best travel agent that I’ve ever had. Everything – from the individual care and attention in planning the trip, through to the efficiency of the agents on the ground in India – was handled brilliantly. An absolutely first-class service all round!
- Matthew Annable, Rajasthan, India
Ampersand provided a bespoke and flexible holiday, tailored to my every whim. Their highly professional staff had only one goal which was to arrange an exceptional holiday and some unforgettable experiences in India. I have no hesitation in fully recommending them and they will be the first company I approach in the future - 10/10
- Anonymous, India
I thought the Ampersand team was outstanding. We couldn’t have hoped for anything more.
- Mr Geoffrey Johnson, India
I had a very lovely time and was looked after splendidly. My first visit to India could not have been better, save for being longer! But I shall return at some point and I shall look to you to make the arrangements.
- Matthew Nicklin, North India
Ampersand’s preparation, attention to detail and interaction before and during our trip show exactly why good travel agents have a role in today’s internet booking age. They were a delight to deal with!
- Mr David Wallace, North India
Difficult to articulate just how good the service from you and your team really was. We know you will continue to do well and hope we have the chance to seek your assistance again before long.
- Mr & Mrs Manson, North India
Everything you did for us whilst we were away was hugely appreciated, and Ampersand has been exemplary in every way. I'll always recommend you!
- Mr Richard Stoughton, Sri Lanka
So many highlights to choose from! The hotels were amazing but Maya Villa was a highlight… I loved just hanging out in the hammock reading my book and watching the peacocks chase the cows!
- Krista Weir, Sri Lanka
We had a wonderful holiday - everything was perfect. Thank you for helping us to make a thoughtful plan to enjoy and make most out of our trip. The places we visited, the guides, the transportation and driver, the hotels selected... Everything was great!
- Jaime Benitez, South India

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