FESTIVE CULINARY CELEBRATION

A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME CULINARY JOURNEY WITH TWO-MICHELIN-STAR CHEF TOM AIKENS

This festive season, InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort proudly welcomes one of the world’s most celebrated culinary talents — Michelin-starred Chef Tom Aikens — as our exclusive visiting chef from December 26, 2025, to January 6, 2026.

Renowned for his sophisticated take on modern European cuisine, Chef Tom Aikens brings with him a legacy of culinary excellence, creativity, and finesse. With a career spanning London’s most prestigious kitchens and his own acclaimed restaurants, Tom is the youngest British chef ever awarded two Michelin stars. His philosophy of ingredient-led, seasonal cooking aligns beautifully with our island ethos — crafting exceptional experiences rooted in flavour, story, and connection.

A SERIES OF UNFORGETTABLE DINING EVENTS

December 28 & 29

Set Menu Dinner at The Lighthouse
Savor an exclusive tasting menu by Chef Tom Aikens at our signature overwater restaurant, The Lighthouse. Dine on a refined selection of dishes showcasing his creative brilliance and devotion to seasonality.

December 29

Interactive Cooking Class at The Collective
Join Chef Tom for an intimate, hands-on masterclass. Learn techniques and stories behind his cuisine as he guides guests through the preparation of one of his signature dishes.

January 1

Private Yacht Dining Experience
Celebrate the New Year with a once-in-a-lifetime private dinner for two, hosted by Chef Tom aboard our luxury yacht. Choose between two specially designed menus as you dine under the stars on the Indian Ocean.

January 2 & 3

Set Menu Dinner at The Lighthouse
A fresh new tasting experience awaits as Chef Tom unveils Menu 2 — a different expression of his artistry, crafted to surprise and delight.

January 6

Buffet Dinner with Live Stations at Café Umi
As a grand finale, guests can sample Chef Tom’s cuisine in a more relaxed, vibrant setting. Featuring a specially prepared live station dish created just for this event, it’s the perfect conclusion to this remarkable culinary journey.

MAAMUNAGAU ISLAND RAA ATOLL, REPUBLIC OF MALDIVES

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