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2026-04
A Culinary Journey Through Malaysia’s Timeless Railway Glamour

On board the Eastern & Oriental Express, chefs André Chiang and Simon Rogan transform rail travel into an immersive culinary narrative shaped by Malaysia’s landscapes, spices, and cultural memory.
As jungle scenery unfolds beyond lacquered interiors and velvet-lined lounges, each dish reflects the rhythm of the journey itself, from refined interpretations of Penang laksa to delicately layered consommés infused with regional aromatics. More than fine dining, the experience evokes a slower era of travel where craftsmanship, atmosphere, and storytelling converge seamlessly across every carriage.