culinary arts

Vandhoo offers a specially designed dining experience encompassing South East Asian, Chinese, and Mediterranean cuisines. Join us for unmatched breakfast spreads, themed dinners, and art-immersive experiential dining. A lavish range of handpicked labels from across the world awaits wine enthusiasts in our top-of-the-line cellar.

Her Kitchen offers a personalised environment for you to learn and enjoy new cuisines. Cook local recipes in the luxurious surroundings of a professional restaurant kitchen, guided by our experienced chefs. Discover all the joy of cooking – without any of the failed attempts! If you’ve been dreaming of becoming a master of the grills and stoves, here is your chance.

This distinctly Japanese restaurant has been designed by world-renowned restaurant architect Noriyoshi Muramatsu. Gazing out at the most incredible ocean views, the lounge offers an ideal venue for private brunches and wedding celebrations. This floating haven of delectable food serves select sakes, sushi and a choice of teppanyaki or kotatsu seating for iron-griddle enthusiasts.

Those who seek this pearl from the Mediterranean shall find a fine dining experience that offers a piece of Italy right here in the Maldives. From a bar dedicated to making perfect peachy Bellinis and homemade limoncellos, to a menu carefully crafted by Michelin-star Chef Theodor Falser, all the jewels of Italy are here for your enjoyment.

Elegantly crafted cuisine, authentic Italian flavours and an ultra-luxurious ambience – our key ingredients add up to your most memorable meal yet.

About Theodor Falser

Chef Theodor Falser is a sixth-generation wine farmer and a highly experienced chef. With a successful culinary history, he is passionate about offering guests a one-of-a-kind experience, using ingredients such as wild herbs and regional products. Each dish has its own soul. Chef’s favourite culinary story to share involves creating a combination of exclusive Italian wine and herbs. In the constant search of eliciting emotion and arousing curiosity, his career has taken him on an interesting journey, from South Tyrol and Switzerland, to Oman, Dubai, Ecuador – and back to Italy.

“I want to bring the Italianita flavours to the Maldives, while also using the finest local ingredients as far as possible,” he explains.

Dating back to 3000 BC, the word TUH'U comes from the one of the world’s oldest recipes. It was found in the Mesopotamian region, an area that is now part of Western Asia across Iraq, Syria and Turkey. Incredibly, all of the ingredients used in this recipe remain the same until today! This ancient, authentic dish reveals an incredible explosion of flavours, taking you back in time and fuelling your passion to discover more.

The Mura Bar overlooks a pearly beach and a swimming pool that meets the sea, creating infinite sparkling shades of azure. Our airy cabanas and infinity pods provide plenty of space for everyone to relax, while the menu offers scrumptious snacks and street food that hits the spot. The Mura Bar also hosts unmissable events each evening, such as sunset rituals and live performances.

Our artisanal chocolate and ice-cream store is here for you and the kids to satiate all your sweet cravings. Whether you prefer the refreshing taste of fruits, the savoury notes of bitter chocolate or the sweet delights of vanilla, La Joie offers the perfect dessert spot.

Imagine being able to have the cuisine and service of a high-end restaurant in the privacy and comfort of your own villa. Destination dining offers the option to savour delectable dishes even on nights you would rather stay in. Let our barbeque and dinner catering team create a memorable culinary experience for all your guests, or a romantic evening for you and your special someone. Simply tell us what you desire, and we will take care of the rest.