Gastronomy
Hideaway Beach Resort teams up with award winning chefs for exciting menu creation
The culinary team at Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa Maldives have welcomed Marco D’Andrea, a Michelin Star experienced chef from Germany, who teamed up with Hideaway’s Executive Chef, Christoph Pentzlin. From 22nd November 2016 for 20 days, the island will be a melting pot of ideas and new creations and guests are invited to experience this delectable treat!
Marco is an award winning chef, best known for his innovative desserts and classics sweets. In 2014, Marco was awarded Pâtissier of the Year in Germany and has an impressive resume including posts at the Seven Seas Süllberg Hotel in Hamburg and the 3 Michelin star restaurant, Vendome in Bergisch-Gladbach, Germany.
Exciting new menus are on the agenda as this creative culinary duo invite guests to enjoy their signature afternoon tea, embark upon an exquisite dessert journey and delight in an exclusively prepared ‘Four Hands, eight course’ dinner menu.
Samsara Asian Fusion and Meeru Bar & Grill will be showcasing the ‘Four Hands’ menu which will encompass an array of exciting dishes – those who think a G&T belongs in a glass will think again once they’ve sampled the Gin and Tonic Oysters!
The Sunset Pool Café is the place to be for trying out the newly created ‘Sweet Desires’ menu, inspired by umami and delicately combining sweet and savoury ingredients and flavours. Combinations such as frozen goat’s cheese, orange pepper and olive oil will tickle your taste buds into hysteria.
If the thought of afternoon tea brings to mind dainty cucumber sandwiches, freshly baked scones topped with strawberry jam and clotted cream all served with a pot of English tea, you are in for a delicious break from tradition. The boundaries between sweet and savoury are no longer as clear-cut as they once were and the sweet-savoury surprises here are sure to redefine this classic.
When the new Four Hand Dinner or Sweet Desires menus leave taste buds yearning for more, guests can sample exclusively designed presentation boxes of hand crafted petit fours which promise to be the grand finale of delectable treats.
By the end of Hideaway’s exciting 20-day culinary journey Marco will have shared his expertise with the resorts chefs. They will have been trained in his techniques for making perfect sweet desserts; ensuring the legacy of Marco’s 20 day Hideaway tour will live on in the chocolate tarts and macaroons of the islands dessert tables!
Cooking
Baros Maldives to showcase sustainable dining for Earth Day
Baros Maldives is set to host a curated Earth Day experience titled Earth Day in Bloom on 22 April 2026, offering guests an evening programme centred on sustainability, nature and locally sourced ingredients.
The event will begin at 6:30pm at the resort’s Chef’s Garden, where guests will be welcomed with a Garden Spritz before taking part in a guided tour of the garden. The tour will introduce participants to local herbs and island-grown produce cultivated on the property.
As part of the programme, guests will be invited to plant their own herb, contributing to the garden while engaging in an activity aligned with environmental awareness. The experience will continue with a garden dinner starting at 7pm, featuring a menu designed around fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from the island.
An optional pairing of organic wines will also be available, providing an additional element to the dining experience.
The event is priced at USD 175 per person, excluding applicable service charge and taxes. Reservations can be made through the resort’s butler service.
The initiative reflects Baros Maldives’ focus on sustainability-led guest experiences, integrating environmental awareness with culinary offerings and on-island activities.
Drink
Sirru Fen Fushi showcases mixology collaboration during Easter programme
Sirru Fen Fushi Private Lagoon Resort hosted a two-day Behind the Bar experience as part of its Easter programme, bringing together contemporary mixology and craft-led guest experiences.
The event featured collaborations with Modernhaus, led by Bar Manager Upay Aldi, and The Cocktail Club, represented by Co-Founder Mirwansyah Bule, both from Indonesia. Over two evenings, guests were invited to engage with the bartenders’ techniques, flavour profiles and creative processes, with Modernhaus recognised among Asia’s 50 Best Bars.
The programme included a curated selection of cocktails prepared using ingredients such as cempaka-infused whisky, hibiscus ginger maple, wasabi spirit, jasmine peach, coconut chai milk, salted tamarind, yuzu whey, salted fino sherry, sake gomme, guava vodka, Thai tea liqueur and malic. The offerings reflected a combination of tropical elements and contemporary mixology methods.
The first evening took place at Kata, the resort’s Japanese-fusion restaurant, where the experience was set against sunset views over the lagoon. The second evening was held at Raha Market in a beachside setting, offering a more informal atmosphere while maintaining the focus on crafted cocktails.
The event formed part of Sirru Fen Fushi’s ongoing programming, which centres on curated guest experiences and collaborations with international talent in food and beverage.
Cooking
Kuredhivaru Resort & Spa introduces Secret Garden private dining concept
Kuredhivaru Resort & Spa presents a new chapter in destination dining with the launch of its Secret Garden concept, a thoughtfully designed experience that brings guests into a secluded setting surrounded by nature, soft lighting, and carefully curated details.
Tucked away in a quiet corner of the island, Secret Garden is created for those moments that deserve more than a traditional dinner. The space is styled with flowing drapes, warm candlelight, and natural greenery, creating a calm and intimate atmosphere that feels both personal and special. It is a setting that invites guests to slow down, connect, and enjoy the evening at their own pace.
At the centre of the experience is a seven-course menu, crafted to guide guests through a balanced journey of flavours. Each course is presented with care, with live cooking moments adding a sense of theatre and interaction throughout the evening. The service remains attentive yet discreet, allowing the experience to feel seamless and uninterrupted.
Guests can choose between two tailored offerings. The Romantic Escape focuses on the dining experience itself, complemented by a beautifully arranged setup and personalised service. For those looking to extend the evening, the Ultimate Romance Experience adds thoughtful touches such as a welcome glass of champagne, a private cinema moment under the open sky, in-villa breakfast the next day, and special bed decoration to complete the occasion.
The concept also allows for additional customisation, from floral arrangements to bespoke messages and decorative details, giving guests the flexibility to shape the evening around their celebration, whether it is a birthday, proposal, or simply a meaningful time together.
With Secret Garden, Kuredhivaru continues to expand its dining experiences beyond traditional venues, offering guests something more personal and immersive. It reflects the resort’s approach to hospitality, where every detail is considered, and each experience is designed to feel natural, effortless, and quietly memorable.
For any reservations or inquiries, guests are encouraged to contact the resort at Resort.Kuredhivaru.Reservations@ennismore.com or +960 6563000.
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