The cyan seas of the Maldivian archipelago have long attracted travellers in search of the finest of Indian Ocean escapism. However, gourmands will soon be pointing their compasses to the island nation with Villa Resorts serving up a plethora of mouthwatering Maldivian tastes in some of the most unique dining settings. There is a dish to suit all palates across the property’s luxurious resorts including these three delectable dining encounters.
TROPICAL DINING
Travel deep into the verdant surroundings of Villa Park’s jungle and you will discover a venue like no other. Embraced by all-encompassing green foliage, diners have the opportunity to dine amongst the lush treetops of the stunning, split-level garden restaurant, ZERO. It is here, where nature and dining intertwine, guests are invited to take their seats and treat themselves to an exquisite zero-food-miles dish, crafted from ingredients that are directly grown in the property’s organic gardens or sourced from the cerulean blue waters that frame the island. Tuck into perfectly grilled seafood and piquant salads, enriched with garden-fresh herbs while indulging all your senses in the peaceful ambience of this tropical epicurean experience.
BEACHSIDE ROMANCE
The orange hues of an evening Maldivian sky, the sound of azure waves melding with sugar-white sand and a reservation for a table for two; there is just something romantic about an intimate beachside banquet between you and your significant other. At Villa Nautica, gourmands are beckoned to pull up a chair underneath the stars and savour a candlelit beach dinner. Redefining beachfront luxury, your private chef is on hand to curate a memorable meal. Ideal for marking a special occasion or simply enjoying life’s moments, allow the property’s culinary experts to pamper and enchant your evening with your every wish and whim. A quintessential island experience, the night is all yours.
THE ROYAL TREATMENT
Heed the call of nature and escape to your own exclusive lagoon lunch on Villa Resort’s Royal Island. Blending fun with high-end dining, guests can turn anniversaries, birthdays or simple get-togethers into extraordinary events fit for a king or queen. Begin your experience by soaking up the gentle Maldivian sun before diving into the clear blue waters for a quick swim and snorkel in your private lagoon. Once back on terra firma, take your place on the sandbank and immerse yourself into an authentic and relaxing Maldivian feast, replete with a seafood offering that is served alongside impeccable ocean vistas.
