CULINARY ART
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Culinary arts at JOALI BEING focus on an Earth-to-Table initiative, promising ingredient traceability and offering fresh, locally harvested and sustainably sourced foods that support small farms.
Our culinary philosophy embodies an approach to engagement by emphasising the in-depth exploration of unique ingredients in a manner noble and timeless in its scope. Offering a harmonious path to deep discovery through the exploration of an immersive environment, the food paradigm offers sojourners unparalleled opportunities to move into lasting personal transformation through memorable and mindfully curated experiences.
All food and beverage options at JOALI BEING have been expertly curated with the help of the island’s nutritionists, offering a selection of flavours and cuisines with healthy and indulging dining options. Personalised nutrition sessions and co-created menu recommendations are available.
FLOW
It is with this vision we sow the intention of “Earth to Table” cuisine, celebrating the diversity of sources, and integrity of our ingredients. All food and drink options have been expertly curated with the help of the island's nutritionists, offering a selection of flavours and cuisines with healthy yet indulgent dining options. If desired by guests, personalised nutrition sessions and co-created menu recommendations are available. Immerse in the vibrancy and rhythm of our interactive dining spaces and three signature kitchens at our award-winning restaurant.
Open daily for breakfast from 7:00 am to 10:30 am and for dinner from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
YUTORI
Discover the art of living with spaciousness at Yutori, our innovative Japanese restaurant. Surrounded by the ocean, this serene sanctuary invites you to slow down and savour each moment. Taste the flavours of tranquillity through delectable selections, conceptualised by Michelin-acclaimed Chef Hidemasa Yamamoto and crafted with exceptional ingredients from land and sea. As the essence of Yutori unfolds, welcome an abundance of space, peace and time into your heart.
Open on selected days for dinner from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
MOJO
Our island’s tropical beach sanctuary unfolds across a three-layered sundeck, offering an ideal spot for lunch or a vibrant Mediterranean dinner by the pool. Celebrate the joy of eating well with our thoughtful selections, inspired by the region’s diverse flavors and rich culinary heritage. Each dish is prepared with ingredients sourced from organic farms, food artisans, and small producers, reflecting our commitment to fresh, wholesome, and authentic cuisine.
Open daily for lunch from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm and on selected days for dinner from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
MOJO BAR
Head over for a remarkable selection of all-day beverages, including vibrant Vitamingles, homemade kombuchas and loose-leaf iced teas. Our inspiring cocktail list features a variety of alcohol-free and biodynamic spirits. Make your sundowner selection and settle in for nature’s sky show, illuminated in a thousand shades of blue and gold.
MOJO Bar also welcomes guests for daily mixology workshops. Learn to create zero-proof drinks with Seedlip spirits or make your choice of classic/signature JOALI cocktails, guided by JOALI’s expert mixologist.
Open daily from 10:00 am to 11:00 pm.
SAI
Here, guests can explore an incredible range of brews, and join tea ceremonies and learning sessions hosted by the resident tea sommelier.
Meet us at SAI lounge for tea pairings, tastings, and workshops. Let the knowledge of our Tea Master and Sommelier initiate you into a world of colour and flavour, aroma, and aftertaste. Appreciate each nuance as you explore the art of leaf and brew.
Open daily from 10:00 am to 11:00 pm.
RAKUZEN
PRIVATE TEPPANYAKI
Relish in the astonishing views of the Gate of Zero set the stage for artistry at the grill at Rakuzen, our private teppanyaki.
Available on request for lunch or dinner.
CULINARY LEARNING CENTRE
Meet us for interactive nutritional cooking classes at the Culinary Learning Centre, which offers fully equipped kitchen space for each participant. Leading the way in wellbeing education, JOALI BEING is building a community of sojourners, culinarians and thinkers through interactive learning sessions. Guests can continue the journey with post-departure guidance from our experts.
Balanced, nutritious, and wholesome define our morning morsels at JOALI BEING. A delectable choices of our mindfully curated breakfast menu will keep you curious and interested.
Savour the interplay of fresh ingredients and their manifestations, texture and flavours, and an indulgent display of myriad choices in our VARU GE, our energy house.
JOALI BEING in the Maldives offers Bed and Breakfast at FLOW, Half Board and Full Board options at MOJO and Ocean Sala. A-la-carte selections are also available in the restaurants.
All food and drink options have been expertly curated with the help of our nutritionists, offering healthy yet indulgent dining options with a variety of flavours and cuisines.
JOALI BEING provides a destination for those who are looking for the opportunity to improve their health and wellbeing. All food and beverage options have been expertly curated with the help of our nutritionists, offering a selection of flavours and cuisines with healthy and indulging dining options.
A full wine, cocktail and alcoholic beverage menu is also available along with a carefully curated collection of upscale organic and biodynamic alcohol brands, featuring premium beverages with lower calorie, sugar, and alcohol content. Our menus offer a wide selection of non-alcoholic alternatives to classic beverages for guests who would like to keep their JOALI BEING experience alcohol-free.
In keeping with the wellbeing concept of JOALI BEING, our menu features an extensive selection of healthy food options. Our dining selection is designed to cater to different palates and dietary preferences.
Yes, JOALI BEING can cater to almost all dietary requirements. Please let us know your preferences and we will do our utmost to accommodate your request. Our in-house dietitian is available for a pre-arrival consultation.
Yes, JOALI BEING offers different activities and entertainment options in the evening, including live music, bonfire meditation, and more, depending on the weekly schedule during your stay.
There are three restaurants at our wellbeing island in the Maldives: FLOW, MOJO and Yutori. Culinary arts at JOALI BEING focus on an Earth-to-Table initiative, promising ingredient traceability and offering fresh, locally harvested and sustainably sourced foods that support small farms.
FLOW. Our open-plan interactive dining space features three distinct kitchens. Su serves ocean-to-table pescatarian cuisine, Plantae offers nourishing vegetarian and vegan fare, and B’Well features the JOALI BEING signature menu with meat and poultry options. As one of the best restaurants in the Maldives, FLOW won the Restaurant and Bar Design Award 2022.
MOJO. Welcome to our tropical beach sanctuary, located on a three-layered sundeck and offering an ideal spot for lunch and dinner by the pool. Our inspiring cocktail list features a variety of alcohol-free and biodynamic spirits at MOJO Bar. MOJO is also home to the SAI tea lounge. Here, guests can explore an incredible range of brews and join tea ceremonies and learning sessions hosted by the resident Tea Sommelier.
Yutori. Our innovative Japanese restaurant. Surrounded by the ocean, this serene sanctuary invites you to slow down and savour each moment. Taste the flavours of tranquillity through delectable selections, conceptualised by Michelin-acclaimed Chef Hidemasa Yamamoto and crafted with exceptional ingredients from land and sea. As the essence of Yutori unfolds, welcome an abundance of space, peace and time into your heart.
Yes, the Christmas Gala Dinner on 24th December and New Year's Eve Gala Dinner on 31st December are mandatory when staying at JOALI BEING over these dates.