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Experience what the world has to offer with a recipe from acclaimed Chef Jacqui Challinor. As part of our Taste Dining at Home series, in partnership with Taste Festivals, we’ve invited globally renowned chefs to create recipes to help you make the most out of every day at home. To follow along with Chef Jacqui … Explore More
Experience what the world has to offer with a recipe from acclaimed Chef Mark Best. As part of our Taste Dining at Home series, in partnership with Taste Festivals, we’ve invited globally renowned chefs to create recipes to help you make the most out of every day at home. To follow along with Chef Mark … Explore More
Experience what the world has to offer with a recipe from acclaimed Chef Mike Bennie. As part of our Taste Dining at Home series, in partnership with Taste Festivals, we’ve invited globally renowned chefs to create recipes to help you make the most out of every day at home. To follow along with Chef Mike … Explore More
Experience what the world has to offer with a recipe from acclaimed Chef Colin Fassnidge. As part of our Taste Dining at Home series, in partnership with Taste Festivals, we’ve invited globally renowned chefs to create recipes to help you make the most out of every day at home. To follow along with Chef Colin … Explore More
Experience what the world has to offer with a recipe from acclaimed Chef O Tama Carey. As part of our Taste Dining at Home series, in partnership with Taste Festivals, we’ve invited globally renowned chefs to create recipes to help you make the most out of every day at home. To follow along with Chef … Explore More
Experience what the world has to offer with a recipe from acclaimed Chef Clayton Wells. As part of our Taste Dining at Home series, in partnership with Taste Festivals, we’ve invited globally renowned chefs to create recipes to help you make the most out of every day at home. To follow along with Chef Clayton … Explore More
Experience what the world has to offer with a recipe from acclaimed Chef Chase Kojima. As part of our Taste Dining at Home series, in partnership with Taste Festivals, we’ve invited globally renowned chefs to create recipes to help you make the most out of every day at home. To follow along with Chef Chase … Explore More
Experience what the world has to offer with a recipe from acclaimed Chef Federico Zanellato. As part of our Taste Dining at Home series, in partnership with Taste Festivals, we’ve invited globally renowned chefs to create recipes to help you make the most out of every day at home. To follow along with Chef Federico … Explore More
Experience what the world has to offer with a recipe from acclaimed Chef Dave Verheul. As part of our Taste Dining at Home series, in partnership with Taste Festivals, we’ve invited globally renowned chefs to create recipes to help you make the most out of every day at home. To follow along with Chef Dave … Explore More
Experience what the world has to offer with a recipe from acclaimed Chef Victor Liong. As part of our Taste Dining at Home series, in partnership with Taste Festivals, we’ve invited globally renowned chefs to create recipes to help you make the most out of every day at home. To follow along with Chef Victor … Explore More
Experience what the world has to offer with a recipe from acclaimed Chef Nelly Robinson. As part of our Taste Dining at Home series, in partnership with Taste Festivals, we’ve invited globally renowned chefs to create recipes to help you make the most out of every day at home. To follow along with Chef Nelly … Explore More
Experience what the world has to offer with a recipe from acclaimed Chef Julian Cincotta. As part of our Taste Dining at Home series, in partnership with Taste Festivals, we’ve invited globally renowned chefs to create recipes to help you make the most out of every day at home. To follow along with Chef Julian … Explore More
Experience what the world has to offer with a recipe from acclaimed Chef Trisha Greentree. As part of our Taste Dining at Home series, in partnership with Taste Festivals, we’ve invited globally renowned chefs to create recipes to help you make the most out of every day at home. To follow along with Chef Trisha … Explore More
Experience what the world has to offer with a recipe from acclaimed Chef Morgan McGlone. As part of our Taste Dining at Home series, in partnership with Taste Festivals, we’ve invited globally renowned chefs to create recipes to help you make the most out of every day at home. To follow along with Chef Morgan … Explore More
Experience what the world has to offer with a recipe from acclaimed Chef Mitchell Orr. As part of our Taste Dining at Home series, in partnership with Taste Festivals, we’ve invited globally renowned chefs to create recipes to help you make the most out of every day at home. To follow along with Chef Mitch … Explore More
Experience what the world has to offer with a recipe from acclaimed Chef Palisa Anderson. As part of our Taste Dining at Home series, in partnership with Taste Festivals, we’ve invited globally renowned chefs to create recipes to help you make the most out of every day at home. To follow along with Chef Palisa … Explore More
We may not be traveling to Peru just yet, but that dream is now a little closer to home thanks to Chef James Berckemeyer of Lima’s COSME restaurant. In this next recipe from our international cooking club, Chef James got together (from afar) with Italian writer and TV personality Csaba Dalla Zorza to help us … Explore More
There’s no shortage of world-renowned works of art to behold. If you find yourself visiting New York City, Bangkok or Rome, make a day of it with a few museums to visit and places to eat nearby.
Taste Festivals attract foodies from across the city and around the world. And in London, Roma, Milano and Sydney, Diners Club partners with Taste to help Clubmembers taste with all five senses.
Miami’s many cultural influences are all over this must-see city. From the neighborhoods to the foods to the sights and sounds, there’s a mishmash of homegrown styles to take in. And with most residents not even born in Miami, the representation from all over the world will have you jumping from place to place to … Explore More
Everyone knows that the water is where it’s at in Miami. There are all kinds of beaches, each with a different character of its own, ready for any way you want to spend your day. Not to mention waterfalls and swamps and everything in between. There’s a reason it’s called the Magic City — must … Explore More
Decadent art deco buildings. Sleek, lavish cars driving down Ocean Avenue. Beautiful people in bathing suits along South Beach. Miami has long been a city that loves to go over the top and put its best, most glamorous foot forward. And you too will find yourself drawn to its many shiny, alluring qualities.
So, you weren’t born into the monarchy. Why should that stop you from enjoying the best London has to offer? Whether it’s checking out a palace or indulging in a bit of luxury, our list will have you feeling like a genuine member of the House of Windsor.
From grand, imposing landmarks to character-filled streets, London is yours for the taking—or should we say, snapping. Whether it’s pop culture or old world charm, many of the top spots for photos are also the best places to explore. So, charge that phone, head for your favorite spot and have some fun.
If you’ve got a craving, London has just the dish. With spices that surprise and thoughtfully-sourced ingredients, this city has redefined modern gastronomy and brought near-forgotten techniques back from the brink. So, join us in taking a culinary tour of one of the world’s most cosmopolitan dining scenes.
We sent Australian travel influencer Chloe Barry-Hang to Taste of Sydney to see how she enjoyed the Diners Clubmember experience. Here, she describes her time at the festival. Whenever I’m asked which city has the best food scene out of all the cities I’ve travelled to, I always answer, Sydney. Biased I may be, but … Explore More
If you find yourself in London this fall, you owe it to yourself to attend Taste of London: The Festive Edition – a food festival showcasing the best chefs, eateries, and trends of London’s culinary scene. This is your chance to try gourmet dishes at a fraction of cost and attend exclusive cooking classes that … Explore More
London is the city that beckons you back to visit. You’d think that after the London Eye and Buckingham Palace, St Paul’s Cathedral and Westminster Abbey and dozens of other attractions you’ve done over the first two or three visits, you’ve seen everything. Not quite; it may just be the opportunity to do something different. … Explore More
We sent Italian travel and lifestyle blogger Manuela Vitulli to Taste of Roma to get her take on the Diners Clubmember experience. The following post appeared on her blog, Pensieri in Viaggio, on Oct. 1, 2018, and has been translated and edited for clarity. I have always enjoyed the Roman gastronomic scene. In the last … Explore More
Sydney is one of the most celebrated cities in the world, and it doesn’t need a long introduction. The Opera House, the Sydney Harbor Bridge, and its iconic beaches like Bondi Beach are printed on countless postcards and travel brochures. These three major Sydney attractions are very close to each other and perfectly walkable. Wherever … Explore More
We recently had the pleasure of sitting with María Elena Lugo-Zermeño and Gerardo Vázquez-Lugo, winners of the 2018 Diners Club® Lifetime Achievement Award at Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants. They gave us insight into the life-changing power of food, the importance of the “slow food” movement, and the one Mexican dessert everyone should try. … Explore More
Before being honored with the Diners Club® Lifetime Achievement Award at Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants, Chefs María Elena Lugo-Zermeño and Gerardo Vázquez gave us an exclusive look at one of their favorite dishes: Soft shell crab michmole. Try making this delicious recipe at home! Michmole 1/2 kilogram tomatillo 1/2 serving white onion 2 serrano … Explore More
Let’s face it: airports are usually no fun. They are overcrowded, with badly designed gate chairs, overpriced food, and ill-equipped restrooms. It’s one thing when you have a one-hour layover, but it’s a game-changer when you have three or four hours to kill waiting for your connecting flight. Why isn’t there a place in airports … Explore More
Maybe it’s true that all roads lead to Rome, but they don’t lead to all of Rome’s districts. Tourists understandably flock to the Pantheon, Colosseum, and St. Peter’s Basilica, among other world-famous sights, while lesser-known treasures often remain undiscovered. That’s a shame because Rome hides its share of incredible surprises in plain view, as long … Explore More
If you’re interested in Italian cuisine and planning on being in the Eternal City at the end of September, there is one event you can’t allow yourself to miss. Taste of Roma is an annual cooking festival bringing together the hungry public and some of Rome’s most celebrated chefs, sommeliers, and mixologists. This is a … Explore More
Tipping practices vary around the globe — don’t wait till you’ve ordered your roasted harissa salad to figure out whether or not to leave a tip in Dubai. Get prepared with these guidelines for gratuities around the world. Tipping in Europe In Europe, 10-15% is becoming a standard and welcome tip for restaurant meals. … Explore More
Welcome to the Bangkok fine dining scene. In this town, not only does the food taste and look good, but it also goes easy on your wallet. And it’s money well-spent – back at home, food of this caliber would set you back hundreds of dollars, euros or pounds. The food scene of Bangkok is … Explore More
After being honored with the 2018 Diners Club® Lifetime Achievement Award at World’s 50 Best Restaurants, Chef Gaston Acurio gave us an inside look at one of his favorite dishes: Andean roasted potatoes and tubers, with two huancaina sauces. Give this exclusive recipe a try your kitchen! Native Boiled Potatoes and Fried Potatoes … Explore More
World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2018 Chef Gastón Acurio Q&A We sat at the table with Chef Gastón Acuriom, winner of 2018 Diners Club® Lifetime Achievement Award at the World’s 50 Best Restaurants, for an exclusive Q&A. He opened up about his favorite restaurants, what he eats at home and his vision for the culinary … Explore More
After taking home the 2018 Diners Club® Lifetime Achievement Award at Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, Chef André Chiang let us in on one of his specialties: a peach, grape and coriander parfait. Give this intricate recipe a try! Red Grape Carpaccio 2.2 lbs red seedless grapes 300 ml white peach juice 10 grams gold … Explore More
The Diners Club® mobile app is the perfect on-the-go travel tool for card members accessible anywhere and anytime, around the globe. The mobile app makes it easy to browse more than 750 Diners Club Airport Lounges and search for exclusive Privileges offers by destination. Additional features also allow you to: ♦ Convert more than 150 currencies … Explore More
Diners Club International® is here to bring you a new way to experience must-try cuisine and exciting attractions around the world with our Instagram Travel Guides. To get started, watch our YouTube tutorial below and read details on our guides to Japan, Peru and South Africa. Now get ready to embark on an Instagram journey … Explore More
Chefs from all over Asia were honored February 21, 2017 at the fifth edition of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants at the W Hotel, Bangkok. Chef Umberto Bombana was honored with the 2017 Diners Club® Lifetime Achievement Award. The Italian chef has called Hong Kong home for the last 25 years, thrilling diners at his signature … Explore More
The new year kicked off to a great start with the CommercialBank Qatar Master’s, held January 26-29 at the Doha Golf Club. Diner’s Club International® is proud to have been a sponsor for the past 5 years and looks forward to the years ahead as the Preferred Card of the tournament. South Korea’s Wang Jeunghun … Explore More
Diners Club International® is proud to extend our 25+ year history of golf sponsorships by supporting one of the most prestigious tournaments on the PGA European Tour – the CommercialBank Qatar Masters. As the “Preferred Card” of the 2017 CommercialBank Qatar Masters, Diners Club International celebrates the 20th anniversary of the tournament, taking place January 26-29. … Explore More
“It was 1949. Frank McNamara, a New York businessman was dining with clients, as he did many nights. This night was different. At the end of the meal, when he reached for cash to pay the check, he realized that he had left his wallet in his other suit. Certainly, this must have been an … Explore More
2016 marked the 25th anniversary of the Diners Club International® Pro-Am Classic, which took place on 28th November – 2nd December 2016 in the Republic of Mauritius. The island paradise of Mauritius, known for its bio-diverse marine environment, sapphire blue waters and fine dining was named the “2016 Golf Destination of the Year for the … Explore More
Diners Club International®, in conjunction with VOL Group, hosted a Behind the Best of Shanghai dining series, a special two-night culinary event on October 26 & 27 in Huangpu District of Shanghai, China. The two-night dining experience, exclusively for Diners Club® clubmembers, was held at the newly unveiled “Shanghai Lounge” – Bund.5 salon, a multi-functional space … Explore More
Diners Club® social media has a growing tribe of social channels that are ready for you to Join, Explore and Engage. We have six channels to choose from, each one uniquely providing Diners Clubmembers with different digital content and benefits. From the inspirational journey of stunning travel destinations and leading dining locations on our Instagram … Explore More
The heart of Mexico City was alive with eager anticipation as some of Latin America’s best gastronomic chefs joined together for the culinary world’s annual Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants awards on 26th September 2016. The highly anticipated celebration was held at the innovative Centro Cultural Roberto Cantoral venue designed by Mexican architect Gerardo Broissin. The … Explore More
Salones VIP Pacific Club Iquique Chile | Photo Credit: Lounge Gateway In August 2016, the Diners Club Airport Lounge Network reached a significant milestone: we now offer access to more than 700 airport lounges around the world. Since the 1980s, Diners Clubmembers have enjoyed this exclusive benefit that makes the Diners Club experience unique from … Explore More
The annual Diners Club International Winelist Awards honors South African restaurateurs that have mastered the culinary art of pairing food and wine through a meticulously crafted and well thought-out wine list that complements their menu. 2016 marks the 22nd anniversary of Diners Club paying tribute to the innovation and hard work of restaurateurs receiving this coveted … Explore More
The Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane is the “new” independent departure lounge at Brisbane Airport in the International Terminal – Level 4. Diners Club® clubmembers can access the lounge at any time, no matter what airline they are flying, making travel more flexible. Brisbane Australia’s first Plaza Premium lounge opened in April 2016 The Brisbane … Explore More
No matter where your travels take you, no journey is truly complete without experiencing its local cuisine. The culinary delights awaiting the expansive and culturally diverse regions of Mexico will both tantalize and enchant, leaving your taste buds to dance with delight. One such regional staple is mole, which comes from the Nahuatl word for … Explore More
Mexico City, August 23, 2016. Today, we honor Chef Claude Troisgros of the acclaimed Olympe in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, as the recipient of The Diners Club® Lifetime Achievement Award for 2016. This prestigious accolade is part of Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants. Chef Troisgros expressed his gratitude for the award, and said: “This recognition … Explore More
Brazilian cuisine boasts a vast and diverse gastronomic palate, with unique characteristics and dishes in each region of the country. One common denominator in the amalgam of flavors and dishes is the quality of local ingredients and the ancient techniques that transform these simple ingredients into rich and flavorful dishes. One staple ingredient throughout the … Explore More
The Plaza Premium Lounge is the first independent arrivals lounge at Terminal 2 at London Heathrow Airport. At over 3,400 square feet, this spacious lounge is open all day, for all passengers, regardless of airline and class of service, for an entry fee. It’s perfect for Diners Club® clubmembers that have arrived to London Heathrow in … Explore More
From relaxing spa retreats to quaint country homes, Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) is committed to finding hidden-gem destination hotels that you will love. Book a stay at one of SLH’s 520 luxury hotels across 80 countries has never been easier. Photo Credit: SLH Complimentary Loved Membership Diners Club clubmembers have the exclusive … Explore More
After 14 Years in London, The World’s 50 Best Restaurants annual ceremony came state-side to New York’s Cipriani Wall Street. The night was filled with anticipation on the announcement of the winner of the coveted No.1 spot on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants list for 2016. With joyous cheer, Italy’s Osteria Francescana won the top … Explore More
Beer pairings are making a new home at the dinner table alongside wine as a new “haute” gastronomic movement increases in popularity across the US and abroad. New York City, a dining destination known for forward thinking menus and unique dining experiences brings a new dynamic duo to the scene, Master Brewer Jeppe Janit-Bjergsø … Explore More
Each year, we pay homage to the ongoing achievements of chefs from around the world. Today, honored Chef Alain Passard of L’Arpège in Paris has been named the recipient of The Diners Club® Lifetime Achievement Award for 2016. This prestigious accolade is part of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards. Commenting on Passard’s nomination, … Explore More
You don’t have to be a globetrotter to experience the hidden gems of a new destination. At Diners Club, we welcome you to ignite your wanderlust for life and celebrate incredible journeys both near and far. Let us help inspire your next adventure! Join us on Instagram as we highlight global destinations, restaurants and experiences … Explore More
The winners of the 2016 Asia’s 50 Best Restaurant’s Awards prestigious list were revealed to the world on 29 February at W Bangkok in Thailand. Diners Club card members can experience special privileges at a select number of restaurants awarded on the 2016 list with the use of their DCI card, and here are top … Explore More
The Diners Club® mobile app is the perfect on-the-go travel tool for card members accessible anywhere and anytime, around the globe. The mobile app’s latest release offers an enhanced user interface, making it easier to browse more than 650 Diners Club Airport Lounges and search for exclusive Privileges offers by destination. Additional features also allow you … Explore More
Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards are like the “Oscars for the Culinary World” and the winners were revealed for 2016 at the W Bangkok on 29 February. Bangkok’s Gaggan won the coveted No. 1 spot as Asia’s Best Restaurant as well as the Best Restaurant in Thailand award for the second year in a row. … Explore More
Designed by a British architect and interior design team, the ‘Aspire, the Lounge and Spa at LHR T5’ provides a tranquil place for Diners Club® Card members to start their travels in a relaxing way from Heathrow Terminal 5. There is a special 10% discount off all spa treatments within the lounge up to … Explore More
Known for its grand historical attractions, Bangkok is one of the world’s top tourist destinations. If you are visiting the “City of Angels” for the first time, these top three landmarks are a must-see on your travel list and can be seen in one day since they are so close in proximity — Explore, Embark … Explore More
Today, David Thompson has been named the recipient of the 2016 Diners Club®Lifetime Achievement Award. This prestigious accolade is part of the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants Academy; an influential group of over 300 leaders in the restaurant industry across Asia, each selected for their expert opinion of Asia’s restaurant scene. In 1986, Australian-born Chef David … Explore More
With over 600 lounges accessible with your Diners Club card, you have your choice of quiet retreats amid hectic airports all over the world, from Luxembourg to Zanzibar, Skopje to Bali. Diners Club lounges offer an inviting space to unwind and get work done, regardless of your airline or travel class. We invite you to … Explore More
“It is difficult to choose just one #BestMealEver; I would like to select ten,” said Chef Renzo Garibaldi, who heads Osso Carnicería & Salumeria, No. 34 on Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2015. “But if I had to choose one it would be Eleven Madison Park,” he added, referring to the New York restaurant focused … Explore More
Bowl of Chueotang – Perfect for Winter in Seoul Winter in Seoul is bitterly cold yet beautiful with snow-covered mountains and parks creating a romantic ambiance. From skiing to ice skating in an outdoor rink, to hanging out in an indoor theme park or relaxing at a sauna, Seoul offers an abundance of all-ages attractions. … Explore More
January 21–February 20 marks the 2016 Chinese New Year with New Year’s Day falling on February 8. Millions travel from both home and abroad through Mainland China to experience this celebration and delight in the many attractions and historical treasures China offers. Although Chinese New Year is the most crowded time of the year, February … Explore More
Chila Soledad Nardelli confesses that her Best Meal Ever is the nut pudding her father has made for her every Sunday since she was a little girl. Chef Nardelli, who helms the Buenos Aires restaurant Chila, which ranked No. 21 on Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2015, typically has dinner with a big group of … Explore More
Shimla This winter, escape to the snowy beauty of Shimla nestled at the foothills of the Himalayas, where you’ll be dazzled by the mountains and pine forests. As the capital city of Himachal Pradesh in northern India, the wintry ambiance and nature paradise of Shimla is a big draw for honeymooners, Indian tourists, and adventure travel … Explore More
This winter, take a trip to some of the most charming places on earth… The stunning landscape of Austria, the twinkling Northern lights of Finland and the scenic beauty of Amsterdam are all amazing places to experience the magic of winter. Check out our Diners Club Privileges after you arrive. Austria A Central European German-speaking … Explore More
If you’re on a layover or just in a need a breather after your flight, you’ll find no better oasis than at our Diners Club Airport Lounges. With more than 600 lounges, each designed to reflect the unique style of its home city, you can enjoy a little paradise amid crowded airports around the world. … Explore More
The hills of the Black Forest region, alive with stunning scenery, family fun, ski resorts and spas, not to mention Michelin-starred restaurants, is an area of mystery and darkness idealized as Waldeinsamreit (the beauty of solitude in the woods) during the German Romanticism movement. The magical fairy-tale ambiance of the region was immortalized in Jacob … Explore More
When asked about her #BestMealEver, Alejandra Vallejo didn’t hesitate. “Mine has to be pasta in bed, with a cheese sauce, mushrooms and sausage—very simple really,” she said. “But he goes to the kitchen, prepares it and brings it back to bed,” she added, referring to her husband Chef Jorge Vallejo. As the co-owners of Mexico … Explore More
The Aloha State features three active volcanoes, a mountain that measures 33,000 feet from the ocean floor and waterfalls galore. Eight islands comprise the island-state, but only six are open to the public: Oahu, Maui, Kauai, Molokai, Lanai and Hawaii (known as the Big Island). With rare beaches, volcanoes and hiking trails, the Big Island of … Explore More
“It was a bloody good time,” said Luke Dale-Roberts, recalling a recent #BestMealEver at Atera, a New York-based restaurant focused on highly seasonal, sensory cuisine. One of South Africa’s most celebrated chefs, Dale-Roberts was raised in the UK and trained in Switzerland and England before heading to Asia, where he launched restaurants in Singapore, Malaysia, … Explore More
The prestigious Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants list was announced on September 23, 2015 in Mexico City. Lima-based Central took the crown as the No. 1 restaurant in Latin America for the second year running. In celebration of the awards, we’re excited to share five of Latin America’s Best Restaurants, which feature exclusive Diners Club … Explore More
Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants is in Mexico City this week for the first time, following two successful years in Lima, Peru. This prestigious list will be unveiled at an exciting awards ceremony tomorrow tonight. In addition to the list, several awards will be presented to chefs with notable popularity and sustained contributions to the world of … Explore More
Called “the new messenger of the Latin American [food] scene,” Chef Virgilio Martínez will travel 14,000 feet above sea level in [Cusco, Peru] to find local products to bring back to his flagship restaurant, Central, located in Lima, Peru. Martínez has made a name applying modern cooking techniques to indigenous Peruvian ingredients. He is known for incorporating unusual … Explore More
Known as the Eternal City or Caput Mundi (capital of the world), Rome is an ancient city that became the capital of a unified Italy in 1870, after taking the title from Florence. Although the capital of Italy is a large cosmopolitan city, with 3,000 years of art, culture, and architecture on display, Roman cuisine … Explore More
“Wow, how did they do this? Wow, wow!” said Gaggan Anand, owner and executive chef of Bangkok Indian restaurant Gaggan, (No.1, Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2015, No. 10 on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2015) when asked about his #BestMealEver experience that mystified his sensibilities. Dining at El Celler de Can Roca in Girona, Spain … Explore More
This summer, the United States is calling you for a visit. Miami is a beach state of mind, where art deco buildings dot the boulevards and lounging by the pool is par for the course. It might be hot and sometimes rainy this time of year, but fewer lines and lack of crowds, coupled with … Explore More
Italian cuisine is full of variety and each city within the 20 regions of Italy offers its own culinary specialties. In Tuscany, earthy staples abound, from hearty soups to ubiquitous antipasti (often composed of crostini and cold cuts), to parpadelle (ribbon pasta) served with tomato sauce of wild hare or boar, to Chianti and Tuscan … Explore More
There are just a few days left until we travel to London for The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2015 Awards. A 21st century city with a history stretching back to Roman times, London is an amazing cosmopolitan city. With a multitude of spoken languages and a global cuisine, there’s something intriguing to experience at every turn. … Explore More
From meatpacking mogul to Alinea (No. 9 on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2015 list – and on this prestigious list for 8 years in a row), Chicago runs the gamut from fast-food mecca to world-class dining destination, with a bit of everything in between. Next time you’re in the Windy City, check out these fabulous … Explore More
“One of the very nicest things about life is the way we must regularly stop whatever it is we are doing and devote our attention to eating,” Luciano Pavarotti once said. If you find yourself nodding in agreement, eating well is clearly a top priority for you. Part of the thrill of traveling comes from the … Explore More
In honor of Earth Day this week, we’ve compiled a list of eight picturesque locations on Earth. We hope that this guide inspires you to plan ahead for an exciting trip. Meanwhile, take the opportunity to delight in your natural surroundings. Go for a walk in a nature preserve or on a picnic with your … Explore More
As Asia’s largest and most diverse nation, there are countless reasons to plan a vacation to China. There’s the country’s rich history, a landscape that offers it all—from rainforests to mountains to beaches, its innovative modern culture and its delicious cuisine. But after reading this list of luxury hotels, you may find yourself planning a … Explore More
Last week, Chef Tetsuya Wakuda was announced as the 2015 recipient of the Diners Club® Lifetime Achievement Award for Asia. While his two award-winning restaurants, more than 30 years of excellence in the industry and mouth-watering creations speak for themselves, what impresses us most about this Japanese-born transplant to Australia is what drives him: A … Explore More
Tetsuya Wakuda is known for many things: being one of the world’s top chefs with award-winning restaurants in Sydney and Singapore; bringing a love for sake from his native Japan to his adopted home of Australia; and, since I have the pleasure to personally know him, remaining ever humble and devoted to his culinary passion, … Explore More
For superior dining experiences in Asia, we suggest adding the following eight restaurants to your “must try” list. This month’s Global Selection from the Diners Club® World’s 50 Best Restaurants Academy honors eight restaurants in Asia, from Hong Kong to India. The expert members of the Academy vote each year on the best … Explore More
Each month, from June through January, the Diners Club® World’s 50 Best Restaurants Academy honors a selection of eight outstanding restaurants from different regions around the world. In partnership with The World’s 50 Best Restaurants, the monthly Global Selection highlights top restaurants from the chosen region, the chefs behind each eatery and his or her standout … Explore More
If you already follow us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn, then you know that Diners Club International® social media showcases some of the most incredible locations in the world to travel, dine and play. So what better place to feature our visual feast of must-visit travel spots, hidden gem experiences and dining recommendations than on … Explore More
When it comes to gastronomy, there is truly never a dull moment. The ingredients and techniques du jour are constantly shifting. Take 2014 food and dining trends, for example. In the United States, several high-profile publications heralded the return of butter, and diners around the world increasingly sought local and gluten-free items while—coincidentally—the hybrid dessert … Explore More
Photos (clockwise from left): Quince, Dylan + Jeni, Eric Roth The Diners Club® World’s 50 Best Restaurants Academy—Global Selection takes us on a gastronomic trip each month to a different region in the world. In partnership with The World’s 50 Best Restaurants, we shine a spotlight on destination restaurants, highlighting their standout dishes and the … Explore More
We recently had the pleasure of filming Chef Alex Atala, the Diners Club® Lifetime Achievement Award—Latin America 2014 winner, at work in his kitchen. Atala’s São Paolo restaurant, D.O.M, was ranked third on this year’s list of Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants and seventh on this year’s list of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants. In … Explore More