Dining experiences that stand out for delicious cuisine, exemplary service and spectacular settings etch a place in a person’s memory. Each of these experiences provide diners with a meal not soon forgotten.

The Caribbean Sea and Shanghai skyline are brilliant on their own, but a drink in hand and good company transform these panoramas into magical experiences. Discover some of the best views from which to say “cheers” — whether at sea-level or 118 stories high.

Renowned for his edible masterpieces, Sven Elverfeld explains how his rise to the top of the food world all started with scrambled eggs. 

Complex and fragrant, tea has long been enjoyed for its elegant flavors, soothing qualities and healing benefits. Ritz-Carlton hotels around the world share their unique traditions for creating the perfect tea experience.

Meet three chefs from across the continent who are drawing inspiration from neighboring countries, creating innovative epicurean experiences that celebrate the myriad cultures and cuisines of Europe.

Palaces and castles, fairy-tale forests and dramatic cliffs: Those are the images that first come to people’s minds when they think of Sintra. But this otherworldly UNESCO-listed destination is slowly gaining recognition for another of its gems: rich gastronomy.