Hotel restaurants have redefined themselves, emerging as centres of culinary excellence, where some of the world’s best chefs bring their own unique stamp to a menu.
With experimental and modern twists, many concept restaurants have become a destination in their own right making them ideal for a romantic break, and a great gift or experience for Valentine's Day.
Here are Sovereign Luxury Travel ’s top dining experiences across the world, featuring cuisines delivered by Michelin-starred and acclaimed chefs.
Matsuhisa Limassol at Amara Hotel, Cyprus
World-renowned chef Nobu Matsuhisa adds his unique Japanese-Peruvian culinary expertise to his legendary signature dishes from the original menu of NOBU, best paired with sake or a specialist cocktail.
The Omakase menu, translated as I’ll leave it up to you, is highly recommended . The restaurant space was designed by esteemed American architect David Rockwell, creating an intimate and elegant atmosphere.
Menu highlights: A5 Kagoshima Wagyu Beef, Salmon karashi su miso, Black cod with miso, Rock shrimp tempura, NOBU sunshine and sashimi and chocolate bento box.
A seven-night stay at the Amara Hotel, Cyprus, costs from £1,099 per person including flights, private transfers and breakfast daily.
El Olivo at Belmond La Residencia, Deya, Majorca
The fine Mediterranean dining of El Olivo offers a romantic setting, with a candlelit balcony illuminating the main dining room. Prepared by the head chef Guillermo Méndez, guests are encouraged to try the tasting menu, that showcases local and seasonal produce for a true taste of Majorca.
Menu highlights: red tuna tataki with toasted Majorcan almond oil and a selection of nuts, Ricotta cheese and truffle sorrentinos with spinach and parmesan cheese and Sóller prawn’s carpaccio with velvet horn seaweed and smoked mojama (dried tuna).
A five-night stay at the Belmond La Residencia, Majorca, starts at £1,599 per person including flights, private transfers and breakfast daily.
M.B. at Ritz Carlton Abama, Tenerife
One of the Canary Islands’ two Michelin-starred restaurant, M.B. combines technical perfection and elegant flavours and textures, with fresh ingredients from the land and sea. Led by chef Erlantz Gorostiz, the restaurant embraces the traditional Basque flavours from his childhood and elevates them with an innovative flair.
Menu highlights: caramelised millefeuille with smoked eel, foie gras, spring onion and green apple, traditional marinated Canarian goatling, accompanied with black local potatoes and red mojo emulsion and duo of calamari, spaghetti served with a calamari sauce and local cheese from El Hierro.
A seven-night stay at the Ritz Carlton Abama, Tenerife, starts at £939 per person including flights, private transfers and breakfast daily.
Rhodes Restaurant at Calabash, Grenada
Named after the esteemed British chef Gary Rhodes who opened the restaurant in 2012, it utilises the fresh ingredients and local flair for a fabulous frenzy of Caribbean flavours. The beautifully handcrafted dishes are further enhanced by the al fresco restaurant's elegant and romantic atmosphere.
Menu highlights: Indian spiced yellow pea soup with coconut milk and lime, pan-seared lionfish with smoked breadfruit mousseline, watercress and lemongrass-chili salsa and cream of callaloo soup with roasted coconut johnny cake and coconut chips.
A seven-night stay at the Calabash, Grenada, costs from £2,065 per person including flights, private transfers and breakfast daily.
El Puerto at Porto Sani, Halkidiki, Greece
One of several fine dining experiences at Sani Resort, El Puerto provides a fiesta of colours and aromas with authentic Spanish flavours, elevated with a modern touch. Led by Michelin-starred chef David Irbabour, the finest local ingredients are taken to new heights. Whether guests are tucking into tapas and pintxos or enjoying the à la carte menu, spectacular views add to this exclusive experience.
Menu highlights: pork pluma with bacon powder, green beans and piquillos , surf & turf paella and churros with orange and cinnamon Chantilly cream, and a caramel-chocolate sauce.
A seven-night stay at the Porto Sani, Halkidiki, is priced from £1,199 per person including flights, private transfers and full board daily.
Ocean restaurant at Vila Vita Parc, Algarve, Portugal
Chef Hans Neuner provides an extravagant two-Michelin-starred experience with his handcrafted playful creations. With a commitment to seasonal and organic produce and using local flavours, each dish on the tasting menu is an elegantly simple but unforgettable culinary moment. The elegant and relaxed decor of Ocean adds to the experience.
Menu highlights: Mackerel, tomato, basil anchor, Atlantic crab, Santa Maria melon, geranium and Chalon duck, mulberries, black walnuts, carrot
A seven-night stay at the Vila Vita Parc, Algarve, costs from £849 per person including flights, private transfers and breakfast daily.
La Loggia at Anantara Villa Padierna, Cost del Sol, Spain
Italian restaurant La Loggia focuses on Mediterranean flavours, serving a wide range of pizza and pasta. Guests are recommended to opt for the tasting menu for the best dining experience and either enjoy the Italian grandeur in the indoor restaurant or eat alfresco on the terrace for panoramic views across the lake extending towards the Rock of Gibraltar.
Menu highlights: scarlet shrimp carpaccio, grouper fillets with avocado puree and a lemon and thyme sauce, gazpacho with king prawn and soufflé al Grand Marnier.
A seven-night stay at the Anantara Villa Padierna, Costa Del Sol, is from £1,099 per person including flights, private transfers and breakfast daily.
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