The Farm-To-Table Movement

Rooted in the backlash against postwar canned goods and fuelled by the rebellious spirit of the 1960s, the farm-to-table movement has come a long way. Sure, it’s been teased for over-the-top menus listing every farm and farmer, but let’s give credit where it’s due: this trend put sustainable farming and small producers on the map. These six Design Hotels don’t just follow the concept – they redefine it.

Grecian Gastronomic Delights

Pnoēs Tinos invites guests to taste, smell and savour the soul of the Cyclades. Nestled on the serene island of Tinos, this three-villa retreat celebrates local flavours with breakfasts of artisanal bread, golden honey, fresh cheeses, fruit, vegetables and herbs straight from the garden.

And it’s only getting better – soon, an on-site chef will craft bespoke meals tailored to guest cravings, served in the privacy of each villa. At Pnoēs, every bite, every moment, is designed to nourish both body and spirit.

For more information and reservations, call +30 (0) 697 – 345 – 6077 or email: info@pnoestinos.gr.

Italian Culinary Traditions

Tucked away in the medieval village of Minerbio, Elizabeth Country House is a gateway to the serene Emilian countryside near Bologna and Ferrara. Here, farm-to-table isn’t a trend – it’s a way of life. Think fresh garden vegetables, artisanal bread, regional cheeses and handmade pastas, all rooted in Italian culinary tradition.

And the best part? The hotel will soon be introducing countryside dining under the stars and hands-on demos with local chefs. It’s more than a stay – it’s a taste of Italy’s soul.

For more information and reservations, call +39 (0) 511 – 958 – 1517 or email: info@elizabethcountryhouse.com.

Cool Caribbean Cuisine

Set on Saint Lucia’s oldest cocoa estate – a 140-acre plantation wrapped in steamy rainforests – Rabot Hotel by Hotel Chocolat is an adults-only haven where chocolate rules. The cacao-cuisine menu features estate-grown cacao and the island’s freshest seasonal produce.

For an unforgettable treat, guests can join the tree-to-bar experience, exploring fair-trade cocoa groves, harvesting pods and crafting their own chocolate bar. It’s a deliciously immersive escape into the heart of cacao.

For more information and reservations, call +1 (0) 758 – 459 – 7966 or email: reservations@thehotelchocolat.com.

Rich Flavours Of Indonesia

At Innit Lombok, nature’s soundtrack pairs perfectly with the flavours of Ekas Bay’s freshest ingredients. Meals are casual yet refined, like sunset beach barbecues with seafood grilled over coconut husks. Chef Matthew Angga, trained in a Michelin-starred kitchen, adds global flair to a menu featuring daily catches, homegrown corn and lobsters from the hotel’s own farm.

Rooted in tradition and supported by local fishermen and farmers, every bite captures the essence of Ekas Bay.

For more information and reservations, call +62 (0) 811 – 3900 – 8500 or email: reservations@innithotels.com.

Healthy & Wholesome British Fare

Nestled in the heart of West London, Inhabit Queen’s Garden is shaking up healthy, wholesome dining with Yeotown, a plant-based spot serving up California-inspired goodness.

Think sustainably sourced, seasonal ingredients transformed into energising vegan dishes, gluten-free delights, cold-pressed juices and superfood-packed smoothies. It’s more than a meal – it’s a joyful, feel-good experience in a bright and welcoming space.

For more information and reservations, call +44 (0) 207 – 479 – 2333 or email: stay.queensgardens@inhabithotels.com.

Authentic Flavours Of Zanzibar

Zuri Zanzibar brings island beauty to life, a dreamy retreat styled like a traditional local village, where charming thatched-roof bungalows are tucked into lush greenery for ultimate privacy. Amid the wild, spice-filled landscape by Ferdinand Leffler, cloves, vanilla and cardamom grow freely and find their way straight to the kitchen.