Rupert Parker

Contributing Writer
Rupert Parker - Dan Hall
Rupert Parker - Dan Hall

Rupert Parker is journalist, photographer, cameraman and TV Producer. He specializes in factual programming and has worked for the BBC, Discovery and National Geographic, winning many awards including an Emmy nomination. His special interest is food and travel and he’s the chair of the judges for this year’s British Guild of Food Writer’s award. With over 100 countries under his belt, his work on Suite101 will reflect new and old travels as well as future adventures. He lives in London.

Latest Articles

Partnering with the Hub of Asia - Sri Lanka Expo 2012, in Colombo
Designed as a showcase for Sri Lanka business, Expo 2012 was a combination of international exhibition and symposium,and even included a fashion show.
May 11, 2012 - Rupert Parker
Danish Chef, Rene Redzepi, Premieres August Noma Food Festival
February's Flemish Primitives festival, in Belgium, was the venue for Rene Redzepi to announce a 2 day Copenhagen festival feting Danish food & culture.
Mar 21, 2011 - Rupert Parker
Singapore Brings Asian Tapas to Madrid Fusion Gourmet Festival
Some of Singapore's most famous Chefs travelled to Madrid, Spain, and demonstrated why their tiny island is now the culinary hub of Asia.
Feb 1, 2011 - Rupert Parker
2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil Daily are Essential for Good Health
Extra-virgin olive oil is nature's wonder drug and its ingredients can help combat cancer, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, aging and Alzheimer's.
Dec 16, 2010 - Rupert Parker
Michelin Starred Basque Chefs Wow at London's Wallace Collection
Three star chefs from Spain's Basque region delivered marvelous and inventive food in the artistic surroundings of the Wallace Collection in London.
Oct 24, 2010 - Rupert Parker
Weekend Gourmet Cooking School in Carcassonne, South West France
The French House Party Experience runs many residential workshops including a long weekend's gourmet cookery course, using famous French chefs.
Jul 1, 2010 - Rupert Parker
A Taste of Spain Conquers London's Regent Street
On a summer Sunday, for the 5th year running, this busy West End street was closed to traffic and transformed into a grand showcase of Spanish culture.
Jun 9, 2010 - Rupert Parker
London's Trafalgar Square Treated to a Glimpse of Thailand
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the King and Queen of Thailand's state visit to London in 1960, this was a chance to enjoy Thai culture at first hand.
Jun 6, 2010 - Rupert Parker
How to Savour the True Taste of Italian Olive Oil
A tutored tasting of the best Ligurian Olive Oil was followed by lunch at Giorgio Locatelli's Refettorio restaurant where he matched the oil to the food.
Jun 1, 2010 - Rupert Parker
International Food Fair Showcases Spain as Top Gourmet Country
The 24th Salon Internacional del Club de Gourmets in Madrid over 4 days, hosted 1200 Exhibitors, attracted buyers from 27 countries and had 80,000 visitors.
Apr 20, 2010 - Rupert Parker