"Every half century, the Sylphs, the spirits of the air, seek out the bravest, the truest, the most fearless explorers of all, to take part in The Grand Expedition. You have been chosen…”
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Blown by the four Winds of the World, you will be carried across land and sea to embark upon an adventure, where you will explore the delights of the far reaches of the world. Prepare for some unexpected encounters, exquisite hospitality and perhaps some emergency balloon repairs …

Producer Suz Mountfort had a love of pop-up books and wanted to find a way to make a ‘2d meets 3d’ world as a dining environment. "It’s very much about a yearning for the dreamy imagery and repeated rhythms from bedtime stories but squared with a grown-up desire for adventure, travel, great food and shared escapism." Inspiration came through the team’s research of the traditional festivals of destinations, using regional expertise to also ensure authenticity and respect to the cultures you’ll visit. Combining a super simple narrative, the team worked with visionary designers Darling & Edge and illustrator Fred Campbell. Together the visuals for The Grand Expedition as a live event were born.

Our 4-course tasting menu designed by Flavourology Food Director & Chef, Jenny McNeill, spans the globe. Informed by local chefs, dishes are inspired by the traditional or street food cuisines of each destination. Dining is relaxed and sometimes interactive. We endeavour to keep our menu a surprise, but you can check out a sample menu on our Food & Drink page.

Unlike Gingerline’s Chambers of Flavour productions, The Grand Expedition is a single room experience. We create immersive transitions and dance spectacles to bring the world to your table. With stunning theming, 360-degree scenes, animations, aerial artists, circus performers and of course the delectable dishes there is something to please all the senses.