St Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort’s Renowned Whale Bar and Grill Launches Brand New Concept
First class meat and seafood dishes introduced to the menu
The most stunning bar in the Maldives is being transformed into a restaurant showcasing the finest meat and seafood in the world.
The Whale Bar and Grill will serve mouth-wateringly succulent cuts from the finest cattle ranches on earth alongside seafood fished from the ocean just hours before – all graced by a selection of signature side dishes and sauces.
Located on the St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort, which has won a series of global awards in 2018, the chefs have been working for months on the menu and the range of fine drinks and cocktails to accompany meals.
Ayyoub Salameh, Director of Culinary & Service, said: “The Whale Bar has gained a reputation as one of the most breath-taking spots on the planet, where one can enjoy a cold drink with family and friends, therefore we wanted to bring an equally wonderful dining experience to the venue.
“We are extremely proud of the Whale Bar and Grill and the quality of meat and fresh fish that we will be serving on a nightly basis to guests. This is simply about first-class ingredients being given the respect that they deserve.
“It was a project lasting through 2018 to locate and secure produce such as the best steaks in the world and the freshest fish.”
The Whale Bar’s is renowned for its distinctive shape, which recalls the majestic whale shark. This whimsical but elegant retreat is elevated by light oak interiors, a refined bar, and a softly lit neutral palette.
A pyrographic masterpiece on wood by renowned artist Maya Burman, the installation depicts a father and son discovering a paradise of corals, fish, and plankton—a celebration of the Maldives' vibrant sea life. The distinctive lounge opens directly onto an open-air terrace, where plush sofas and armchairs invite guests to admire seductive views of the sea and Vommuli Island’s immaculate reef.
For more information visit www.stregismaldives.com.
About The St. Regis Vommuli Maldives Resort
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort, which opened in November 2016, is nestled on a private island in a secluded Maldivian atoll, amidst thriving marine life. Just 40 minutes from Male by seaplane, guests are transported into a newfound paradise in the Dhaalu Atoll.
The resort draws inspiration from nature itself. Designed by WOW Architects | Warner Wong Design (Singapore), the unusual contemporary design of The St. Regis Maldives draws inspiration from the natural setting of the resort. This is represented by the manta ray shaped lagoon villas, a signature bar in the shape of a whale shark, a lobster-inspired spa and a spiral shell shaped library.
There are six distinct dining venues, including an Asian specialty restaurant, a modern Italian restaurant that features a grand staircase, an underground wine cellar restaurant, a shack style restaurant, a signature overwater bar that rolls out stunning views of dramatic sunset, and a pop-up restaurant in the middle of the resort. Additionally, guests can also enjoy the Iridium Spa, which presents six overwater treatment rooms, including two that are dedicated to healing Ayurvedic treatments. Spa guests can also enjoy a Blue Hole pool, which contains heated seawater with different water jets – a system with proven benefits to the body.
The St. Regis Maldives Resort have received the following awards since opening in November 2016:
Prix Versailles - Continental Special Prize Winner Exterior Hotels Africa and West Asia
World of Fine Wines - World's Best Wine List 2017 - 3 stars
World Travel & Spa Awards - Maldives Leading Luxury Island Resort 2017
Indian Ocean's Leading New Luxury Resort 2017
Indian Ocean's Leading Luxury Resort 2017
World's Leading Luxury New Resort 2017
World's Leading Luxury Island Resort 2017
World's Leading Luxury Resort Design 2017
Maldives' Best Resort Spa 2017
Indian Ocean's Best Resort Spa 2017
World's Best Spa Design 2017
Indian Oceans Leading Luxury Island Resort 2018
Maldives' Leading Luxury Resort 2018
Indian Ocean’s Best Resort Spa 2018
World’s Best Resort Spa 2018
World’s Best Spa Signature Treatment 2018: Caviar Journey at Iridium Spa at The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort 2018
Maldives’s Best Resort Spa 2018: Iridium Spa at The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort 2018
AHEAD (Awards for Hospitality, Experience and Design) - Best Event Space category for Vommuli House Nature Discovery Center 2018
Best Suite Category - John Jacob Astor Estate 2018
World Luxury Spa Awards - Best Luxury Boutique Spa Continent Winner
Best Luxury Wellness Spa Regional Winner
Wine Spectator - Restaurant Award Winner - Decanter 2 glass
Haute Grandeur - Best Pool Villa Resort - Indian Ocean
SBID International Design Award - Overall Winner
European Hospitality Awards - International Beach Resort of the Year
Ahead Asia - Event Spaces: VOMMULI HOUSE NATURE DISCOVERY CENTRE AT ST. REGIS MALDIVES, VOMMULI ISLAND
Suites: JOHN JACOB ASTOR ESTATE AT ST. REGIS MALDIVES, VOMMULI ISLAND
Ultimate Luxury Travel Related Awards (ULTRAs) - Best Hotel in the Indian Ocean
World Travel Awards Grand Final - World’s Leading Luxury Island Resort 2018
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Kuwait City, Kuwait