CO-CREATED COMMUNITY- BASED EXPERIENCES TUNDRA TO TABLE Food is central to Inuit culture, reflecting deep ties to the land and reverence for what it provides. Co-developed by Quark Expeditions and Igapall, the Tundra to Table program transforms this heritage into a unique culinary journey for visitors to Greenland and Nunavut.
What makes Tundra to Table special is how it blends dining with cultural storytelling. Inuit chefs prepare traditional dishes aboard Ultramarine, sharing harvesting practices and food traditions in an intimate setting. Each dish offers a window into Inuit life, turning meals into moments of meaningful exchange. The program shows how responsible tourism can support Indigenous communities while offering travelers truly enriching experiences. The program’s success is evident in its numbers: 521 guests served over 8 voyages in 2024, with pre-bookings consistently selling out. But its impact goes deeper, creating a model where local ingredients are sourced through partnerships with Inuit hunters and food producers. Proceeds from Tundra to Table are shared between Igapall, the participating chefs, and Qajuqturvik, an organization addressing food sovereignty in Nunavut.
Photo: Nicolas Singh
36 | For more information, contact Quark Expeditions at Sustainability@QuarkExpeditions.com
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