Luxury Group by Marriott International chooses The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne for unparalleled dining series across Asia Pacific
The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne has been chosen by The Luxury Group by Marriott International to host one of its Luxury Group Dining Series events, one of only six handpicked regional dining venues across the Asia-Pacific region.
The dinners, from September to November, will also be held at The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo, The St. Regis Bali, The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok, The St. Regis Mumbai, and JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach.
The series offers specially designed gastronomic experiences at each property, presented by an incredible line up of culinary talents across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond. In conjunction with Marriott Bonvoy Moments, the series also presents discerning travelers an opportunity to discover an unprecedented culinary journey where members can also bid for these exceptional experiences using loyalty points.
“The Luxury Group is always striving to anticipate and exceed the evolving needs and preferences of global luxury travelers,” says Oriol Montal, Managing Director, Luxury, Asia Pacific excluding China, Marriott International.
“The Luxury Group Dining Series caters to the growing appetite for immersive gastronomic experiences among affluent travelers, a finding uncovered in our New Luxe Landscapes report. The series encapsulates and celebrates our highly contextualized brand experiences curated for our guests in these most desired destinations.”
Capturing the essence of extraordinary food and drink, the Luxury Group Dining Series takes place in six destinations, activating 23 restaurants and bars, with participation from over 25 hotels and resorts, and showcases the skills of over 55 culinary and beverage talents.
The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne: 17-19 October
Launching the Melbourne leg of the Luxury Group Dining Series, chef Angelo Aglianó of Michelin-starred Tosca di Angelo at The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong will be bringing his signature dishes to a bespoke lunch at Atria, the One Hat restaurant in the Australian Good Food Guide. Situated on the 80th floor, Cameo was recently listed as Australia’s Best Hotel Bar.
It will spotlight a takeover from The Tokyo Toranomon EDITION’s Gold Bar, included for the past few years in Asia’s 50 Best Bars’ extended list. It is helmed by Head Bartender Hideyuki Saito, who placed in the top eight at the Bacardi Legacy 2017 Global Final cocktail competition in Berlin.
Focusing on locally sourced ingredients, chef Angelo will also be creating distinct canapés for ‘Indulgence Hour’ at the Lobby Lounge, elevating after-work drinks for the ultimate luxury interpretation of happy hour.
The other events
The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo: 27-29 September
A stellar lineup of talent from The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo’s restaurants will participate, including executive chef Teruki Murashima of Héritage by Kei Kobayashi, chef de cuisine Hisao Ishida from Hinokizaka, and chef Takuji Nakano, head chef of Towers. Expect sublime experiences including bespoke menus paired with exquisite wines from Château Haut-Brion, or a crafted menu pairing fresh fish with sake at Hinokizaka. Chef Vladmir Veiga, resident chef at Arola and one-Michelin-starred LAB by Sergio Arola at Penha Longa Resort (part of The Ritz-Carlton portfolio of hotels and resorts), will collaborate with chef Takuji Nakano in a matcha themed brunch at Towers. In addition, Kentaro Wada, Head Bartender at The Bar, who won the Chivas Masters 2018 cocktail competition, and Yosuke Asano from The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto, winner of Bacardi Legacy in Japan in 2020, will be creating cocktails inspired by the Nakasendo route based on the microclimates linking the different seasons of Japan and the ingredients native to the country. As well as a cocktail masterclass focusing on Japanese products, the hotel will be unveiling their new curated Afternoon Tea in collaboration with SUGI BEE GARDEN in Lobby Lounge.
The St. Regis Bali: 4-6 October
Guests can look forward to indulging in a variety of Balinese delights created by renowned chefs and bartenders. To kick things off, Arne Riehn, who leads the culinary brigade at the Michelin-starred IGNIV at The St. Regis Bangkok will be taking over Kayuputi for two nights to bring their signature concept to Bali. Kayuputi will also be elevating their already popular Brunch with signature dishes from participating chefs. For a truly Balinese experience, guests are invited to join Spencer Patrick, who was once the youngest chef to ever receive a Michelin star and has two decades of Michelin star experience. He oversees the culinary execution at Harrisons, the One Hat restaurant in the Australian Good Food Guide, for an elevated beachside barbecue dinner incorporating Australian techniques using the finest Balinese ingredients. A talented trio of mixologists from The St. Regis hotels in Singapore, Jakarta and Bali, will join forces to showcase The St. Regis rituals and present guests with exceptionally crafted cocktails including bespoke pairings and guest shift bar takeovers.
The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok: October 31 – November 3
An exhilarating array of Thai culinary experiences await guests at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok. chef Christian Herrgesell who is the executive chef at Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, who previously represented various awarded restaurants (two Michelin-starred Tim Raue, two Michelin-starred Landhaus Bacher in Austria, one Michelin-starred Schwabenstube in the Hotel Adler Asperg), will be taking over The Allium creating an elevated tasting menu incorporating signature dishes from Lae Lay restaurant. Giovanni Graziadei, director of beverage at The Singapore EDITION’s Punch Room will be elevating the beverage experience by bringing Punch Room Signature serves to The Allium. Giovanni previously headed up Jigger & Pony, which ranked 2nd in Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2023 and 14th in the World’s 50 Best Bars 2023 as Principal Bartender. At Hashiri where the ancient artform complements gastronomy, discover an interactive experience with a contemporary artist, and a four-handed collaboration with chef de cuisine Alvin Chew and chef Fujisawa Nobuhiro from Mizuki The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto. Executive chef Montri Jiratitankit, a veteran of fine Thai cuisine with 20 years of global experience, will be partnering with a prominent local chef in a Four Hands collaboration at The House of Smooth Curry. Last but not least, an elevated menu at The Silk Road Cantonese restaurant prepared by head chef Cheng Kam Sing awaits discerning diners.
The St. Regis Mumbai: 15-17 November
The incredible lineup of culinary masters in Mumbai includes a sophisticated infusion of cultures. To start, Spanish chef Miguel Navarro representing Es Fum, one Michelin-starred venue at The St. Regis, Mallorca, will take over Koishii, alongside other culinary talents from The St. Regis Mumbai, for an elevated fine dining experience. Bar experiences will be led by Cassandra and Karina from Republic at The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore, a bar presented on Asia’s 50 Best Bars since 2022. Seven Kitchens will showcase various head chefs coming together for an extravagant Brunch affair. Alessandro Piso from JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar, Chow Chee Meng from The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore, Bhaskar Chakraborty from the JW Marriott Kolkata, Sahil Sharma from JW Marriott Hotel New Delhi Aerocity, chef Paul Kinny from The St. Regis Mumbai and chef Golpin Sianipar from The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake. The Sahib Room & Kipling Bar, the hotel’s destination South Asian venue will host an exquisite Four-Hands Dinner with talented chef Asif Qureshi from the JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu. Diners with a penchant for sweets can delight in the patisserie masterclass by guest chef Vinesh Johnny, or indulge in an haute couture themed Champagne afternoon tea at The Drawing Room.
JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach: 29 November-1 December
The series concludes in Singapore with an extraordinary dinner at the renowned Madame Fan. Executive chef Pak Chee Yit, will be joined by executive chef Paul Lau Ping-Lui of the Two Michelin-starred Tin Lung Heen at The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong to offer guests an exquisite Chinese dinner. Meanwhile, Madame Fan’s Head Bartender Chew Qing Ting will be collaborating with the team from Bar Sathorn at the W Bangkok. Marco Dognini, who has received several accolades including the 6th Best Under 30 Italian Bartender in 2018. Complimenting the activations at Madame Fan and Madame Fan Bar, be captivated by live Chinese themed performances at Cool Cats by talented musicians at the forefront of the jazz scene. The NCO Club is set to be the ideal destination with the robust programming across the various venues during the series.
In addition, Marriott Bonvoy members will be able to bid for these exclusive experiences using their points under the Marriott Bonvoy Moments program. From masterclasses, immersive market visits, elevated dining experiences, to limited-edition gifts, the Luxury Group Dining Series promises a memorable journey in each of the six destinations.
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