Category Hotel, Organisations & Operators, Food & Beverage

For centuries, the maturation of fine spirits has been a land‑bound ritual, guided by oak, air and time. At NH Collection Maldives Reethi Resort, that tradition turned seaward. In partnership with Planteray Rum, widely regarded as one of the world’s best premium rum brands, the property has completed the world’s first certified underwater ageing of rum in glass bottles by a resort, with the inaugural batch earning glowing evaluations for its depth and complexity.

For centuries, the maturation of fine spirits has been a land‑bound ritual, guided by oak, air and time. At NH Collection Maldives Reethi Resort, that tradition turned seaward. In partnership with Planteray Rum, widely regarded as one of the world’s best premium rum brands, the property has completed the world’s first certified underwater ageing of rum in glass bottles by a resort, with the inaugural batch earning glowing evaluations for its depth and complexity.

Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris celebrates the renewal of its six Michelin stars in the 2026 edition of the Michelin Guide France. Le Cinq, L’Orangerie, and Le George have each retained their distinctions, further reinforcing the George V’s singular position as a world-class gastronomic destination.

This Mother’s Day, Jumeirah Carlton Tower invites guests to celebrate femininity, colour, and flavour through a collaboration with Lebanese jewellery designer Nada Ghazal. For Ghazal, the collaboration carries deep personal resonance, shaped by cherished childhood memories of visiting The Carlton Tower in the 1980s with her parents. Today, as a long-standing member of the Knightsbridge community, her boutique on Pont Street sits just a three-minute walk from the hotel – making this creative return both meaningful and nostalgic.

At Sunset World Group, the culinary experience is much more than a service: it’s an art in constant evolution. Under the distinctive Culinary Team seal, the group’s gastronomic offerings have become one of the pillars that elevate the all-inclusive experience for members and guests, combining creativity, international standards, and a continuous stream of updated menus and themed buffets to surprise with every visit.

Italian cuisine, officially recognised by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, is far more than a collection of recipes: it is a language shaped by memory and territory. A living knowledge that reveals itself through travel—by crossing places, traditions and regional identities—and which, across Minor Hotels’ properties in Italy, becomes a gastronomic experience capable of narrating the Bel Paese through its flavours.

Dusit Thani Maldives on Mudhdhoo Island in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll will host an exclusive culinary residency by Michelin-starred Chef Christophe Chiavola from 5 to 10 March 2026, bringing refined French craftsmanship and nature-driven gastronomy to the resort’s oceanfront restaurant, Sea Grill.
Known for his instinctive, seasonal approach to cuisine, Chef Christophe has earned international recognition for his precise technique, elegant compositions, and deep respect for natural ingredients. Currently at the helm of the Michelin-starred Le Prieuré Baumanière in Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, France, he will present a series of intimate dining experiences that thoughtfully weave French culinary artistry with Maldivian influences.

Nobu Hospitality, is pleased to announce the debut of Nobu Hotel, Residences, and Restaurant Maldives located in the province of Laamu Atoll on the private island of Munyafushi. Developed in partnership with Sarat International, this landmark project marks Nobu’s first venture into the Maldives.

Moxy Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of more than 30 extraordinary hotel brands, recently launched its ‘Sweet Moxy Fest’ brand campaign, in collaboration with the creative candy brand Amos. The campaign will bring three limited-edition candy-inspired cocktails along with a series of interactive lobby experiences to 10 participating Moxy Hotels across Shanghai, Suzhou, Ningbo, Chongqing, and Shenzhen, infusing Moxy’s signature social vibe with a sweet and playful twist to kick off the new year.

Kayto, the acclaimed Japanese-Peruvian culinary destination at Jumeirah Al Naseem, unveils ‘The Vault No.8’, an extraordinary new dining experience that invites guests into a world of mystery, discovery, and elevated gastronomy.

Designed as a ritual of anticipation, The Vault No.8’ has been meticulously crafted to enchant the most discerning palates through a multi-sensory journey that transcends the traditional dining experience. True to its name, the “Vault” evokes a sense of secrecy and concealed treasures, while “No.8” represents fortune, prosperity, and balance – hallmarks of the refined fusion for which Kayto is celebrated.