WALDORF ASTORIA MALDIVES ITHAAFUSHI: An epicurean stay in the Maldives

The Maldives is one of those destinations where it’s hard to decide which hotel to choose from among a wealth of island-hotels, each more incredible than the last... choosing one means giving up so many others...

But if you’re a discerning gourmet looking for a lush haven of peace bordered by crystal-clear waters, staying at the Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is the obvious choice.

As soon as you arrive, you’ll be greeted by Champagne bubbles and a personal butler. The hotel boasts 11 restaurants serving the most discerning taste buds.

Each restaurant is a culinary experience, with a change of scenery ensured by the marvelous decor and delicious authentic dishes. A selection of products from the best sources are used in the various restaurants: Gillardeau oysters, Wagyu beef, Alba truffles, French Champagne, Valrhona chocolate and Mariage Frères teas and infusions. French craftsmanship is in the spotlight, right down to the fine Bernardaud porcelain that sets the perfect table. The day begins with a gargantuan buffet breakfast at the Tasting Table. The view of the lagoon is breathtaking. Lunch is served beachside at Nava, or in the form of a luxury barbecue imagined by talented Australian Michelin-starred chef Dave Pynt at The Ledge.

In the evening, Yasmeen transports you to the Middle East, LiLong to China, Zuma to Japan and The Ledge to Australia. Terra, with its gourmet cuisine, is the ideal restaurant for a unique romantic dinner. The island also boasts its own vegetable garden, and the produce can be enjoyed at Glow, a restaurant offering fresh and nutritious cuisine. The culinary offer extends to personalized din- ners to satisfy the most whimsical requests.

The Waldorf Astoria belongs to this category of sumptuous hotels where days pass peacefully, where nature meets luxury in perfect harmony. A paradise to discover again and again…