BUCHAREST ROMANIA

Romania is famously one of King Charles’ favorite destinations, thanks to its bucolic charm and deep-rooted connection between land and people. Those farming traditions, combined with culinary influences from Austria, Turkey and the Balkans, translate into a cornucopia of flavorful fare and some of Europe’s best wine. But it’s not all rustic farm food; Bucharest boasts plenty of restaurants fit for a king. The award-winning Kaiamo was opened by two London hospitality pros who wanted to bring something unique and elevated to their hometown, while Blank at the Marmorosch hotel features contemporary fine dining in an atmosphere inspired by Bucharest’s gilded-age glory days. Romanian wine can be hard to come by outside of Europe, so you’d be remiss not to try (and take home) a bottle or two from the Great Hill or Tasting Room. Experts will know just what to pair with local favorites like zacusca (roasted bell pepper spread) and salata de vinete (smoky eggplant dip).

Tasmania Australia

Tasmania has fertile soil, pure water and fresh Antarctic air, all of which combine to produce an unmatched abundance of food and flavors. Almost any ingredient you could dream of is within reach — from whiskey to wagyu, olive oil to oysters. The best way to experience each delightful morsel is along Tassie’s coastal Tasting Trail, which stretches from Smithton to Launceston (a newly crowned UNESCO City of Gastronomy). Along the way, you’ll encounter vintners, chocolatiers, picklers, cheese makers, mushroom foragers and truffle hunters, along with plenty of breathtaking ocean views. Launceston is home to award-winning eatery Stillwater, which sits on the banks of the Tamar River and has one of the island’s best selections of Tassie wine. Farther south in New Norfolk, the Agrarian Kitchen serves housemade seasonal fare like pasta, cheese, wood-fired sourdough, ice cream and more.