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THE DATAI LANGKAWI UNVEILS AN EXCEPTIONAL LINE-UP OF CULINARY MASTERS IN THE CHEF SERIES 2026: THE ART OF THE DISTINCTIVE
The Datai Langkawi has unveiled the latest exemplary line-up of The Chef Series 2026: The Art of the Distinctive, its signature celebration of global gastronomy set against the lush backdrop of Langkawi’s ancient rainforest. Continuing the tradition of showcasing the world’s finest culinary talent, the series will feature Michelin-starred chefs from across Europe, including Chef Alain Roux from The Waterside Inn and Seamus Sam from Evelyn’s Table, both from the United Kingdom
Flora Gandolfo
Jan 97 min read


AMILLA MALDIVES WELCOMES NEW EXECUTIVE CHEF SEAN DERRICK WALLES
Amilla Maldives has announced the appointment of Executive Chef Sean Derrick Walles, bringing almost two decades’ of distinguished culinary experience and a proven track record of creative menu innovation and sustainable sourcing to the award-winning natural luxury resort’s renowned kitchens.
Nat Frogley
Nov 4, 20253 min read


PATINA MALDIVES, FARI ISLANDS APPOINTS BEÑAT ALONSO AS DIRECTOR OF CULINARY
Patina Maldives, Fari Islands is pleased to announce the appointment of Beñat Alonso as Director of Culinary. With over two decades of international culinary experience, including leadership roles at Michelin-starred restaurants and iconic hotels across the globe, Alonso will oversee the resort’s vibrant dining programme, comprising 13 distinct culinary concepts, as well as in-villa dining and the resort’s sustainable farming initiatives.
Nat Frogley
Aug 18, 20253 min read


CHEF ARNAUD VIOLTAT ELEVATES CULINARY EXCELLENCE AT THE PAVILIONS PHUKET, THAILAND
Boutique luxury resort, The Pavilions Phuket, is enhancing its dining experiences under the direction of Arnaud Violtat as Executive Chef. With a deep passion for culinary excellence, Chef Arnaud draws on his extensive experience in Michelin-starred kitchens to deliver exemplary dining experiences across the resort’s Firefly Pool & Restaurant, 360° Bar and signature ALTO Restaurant.
Nat Frogley
Aug 11, 20254 min read


FULL PROGRAMME FOR INAUGURAL EDITION OF FARI ISLANDS FESTIVAL AT PATINA MALDIVES AND THE RITZ-CARLTON MALDIVES UNVEILED
Born from the Fari Islands' founding vision as "The Home of Island Artistry", where 'Fari' ("beautiful" in Dhivehi) captures not just scenic wonder but the deeper beauty of cultural connection, The Ritz-Carlton Maldives and Patina Maldives unite in their shared commitment to unveil the complete programme for the inaugural Fari Islands Festival, taking place from 19 to 22 September 2025.
Flora Gandolfo
Jul 30, 20258 min read


THE DATAI LANGKAWI ANNOUNCES PART II OF THE CHEF SERIES 2025: THE GOLD LIST
The Datai Langkawi has unveiled Part II of The Chef Series 2025: The Gold List, the highly anticipated continuation of its annual culinary celebration. This second chapter brings together an exceptional roster of some of the world’s most celebrated Michelin-starred chefs.
Nat Frogley
Jun 5, 20255 min read


BAYERN MUNICH, LA BEATMAKERS AND THE 'KING OF CARBONARA': PATINA MALDIVES, FARI ISLANDS ANNOUNCES ENRICHING EXPERIENCES FOR Q2 2025
Transformative luxury retreat, Patina Maldives, Fari Islands, introduces the latest chapter of its ongoing signature lifestyle programming, The Perpetual Journey, for the second quarter of 2025. Created to encourage personal development, connection, wellbeing, and nourishment, this season’s highlights range from Watsu therapy sessions and Italian culinary artistry to elite football training with Bundesliga giants FC Bayern Munich, ocean conservation celebrations, and wellness
Flora Gandolfo
Apr 17, 20254 min read


THE DATAI LANGKAWI UNVEILS PART I OF THE CHEF SERIES 2025: THE GOLD LIST
The Datai Langkawi, is delighted to announce part I of the of the highly anticipated 2025 edition of The Chef Series.
Flora Gandolfo
Jan 31, 20256 min read


TWO MICHELIN STARS CONFERRED ON CÔTE BY MAURO COLAGRECO ILLUMINATE BANGKOK'S CULINARY LANDSCAPE
Capella Bangkok's Côte by Mauro Colagreco has become Thailand's only Two MICHELIN Star restaurant for 2025.
Nat Frogley
Dec 9, 20244 min read


TRIO OF STARS OF THE UK RESTAURANT SCENE GRACE 2024-2025 EDITION OF THE CHEF SERIES BY THE DATAI LANGKAWI
Pictured (l-r): Close friends Nieves Barragán Mohacho, Angela Hartnett and Lisa Goodwin-Allen will host a six-hand dinner together in...
Flora Gandolfo
Jul 22, 20245 min read


THE DATAI LANGKAWI ANNOUNCES THE 2024-2025 EDITION OF THE CHEF SERIES
Iconic Malaysian rainforest resort unveils a line-up of world-renowned visiting chefs in its signature annual activation Iconic Malaysian...
Nat Frogley
May 16, 202411 min read


PATINA MALDIVES, FARI ISLANDS PRESENTS PATHWAYS 2024: EMBRACING GROWTH, REST AND CONNECTION WITH CURATED EXPERIENCES
Resort innovator unveils 2024 series of signature events harnessing nature, wellbeing, creativity and exploration for deeper connections...
Nat Frogley
Mar 5, 20245 min read


CHEF PIETRO MANGANI TAKES THE HELM AT THE PAVILIONS PHUKET'S ALTO ITALIAN RESTAURANT AND COCKTAIL BAR
Chef Mangani brings contemporary Italian gastronomy to Alto Chef Pietro Mangani has made his Asian culinary debut at the exemplary and...
Nat Frogley
Feb 9, 20244 min read


ZULAL WELLNESS RESORT BY CHIVA-SOM APPOINTS MAYSSAM ABDULKHALEK AS EXECUTIVE CHEF
Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som has announced the appointment of Mayssam Abdulkhalek as the new Resort Executive Wellness Chef. With...
Flora Gandolfo
Nov 13, 20233 min read
