About Palate Pilgrim | The Anti-Agency for Luxury Travel

The Origin Story

We Are Not
A Travel Agency.

We are a culinary concierge. Born from the frustration of generic "luxury" that felt more like a transaction than a journey.

Tokyo, 2019. The meal that started it.

Access, Not Excess.

We realized that true luxury isn't about 1000-thread count sheets; it's about access. It's about having a trusted friend on the ground who can open doors that are closed to others.

We don't sell packages. We act as Curators. We design itineraries like a chef designs a menu—with balance, rhythm, and a distinct point of view.

The Philosophy

"The best memories aren't made in the lobby.
They are made around a table."

Anti-Cookie Cutter

No two itineraries are alike. We commission experiences based on your specific palate.

Diaspora Forward

We understand the global Indian traveler. Whether it's finding vegetarian Michelin options or celebrating heritage.

Eco-Luxe

We champion partners who give back. Zero-waste kitchens, regenerative farms, and cultural preservation.

The Architects

Meet the Team

Neil C

Founder & Lead Curator

Expert in Mekong Delta, South America & Fine French Gastronomy.

"The best table is never the one you can book online."

Rajiv S.

Director of Operations

Logistics, Safety & SE Asia / Japan Immersion.

"Seamless is the only standard."

Anuya P.

Story Curator

Diaspora Culture, Heritage Sites & Family Legacy.

"We travel to find pieces of ourselves."

Our Edge

The High-Value
Gaps We Own.

Digital Culinary Concierge

A tech-enabled, app-based concierge offering 24/7 human support, AI itinerary suggestions, and real-time booking. This is the modern, effortless service traditional agencies lack.

Exclusive Hotel Perks

We secure the tangible VFM perks you deserve: upgrades, breakfast, F&B credits, and true VIP status at luxury hotels, ensuring zero hidden stress and maximum value.

Eco-Luxury Impact

Curated journeys built around sustainability: zero-waste kitchens, farm-to-table tours, and experiences that actively give back to the land and local communities.

Alumni Network

Join the
Palate Pilgrim Club.

Your journey doesn't end at arrival. We cultivate a private network for continued engagement, culinary storytelling, and first access to our new vetted collections.

The Digest

Quarterly deep-dives with our partner chefs, artisans, and winemakers.

The Table

Invite-only private dinners in diaspora hubs (NYC, London, Dubai).

The Vault

Early access booking windows for limited-edition itineraries.

Start Your Story

We Are Not A Travel Agency.