Michelin-Star Guest Chef At Hurawalhi Maldives

Hurawalhi Island Resort announces exclusive collaborations with Michelin-Star Guest Chef Dominik Kappeler, Sommelier Christophe Pelaud and Sommelier Dora Dzurjak 5th-15th December 2023.

From 5th-15th December 2023, Hurawalhi Island Resort, the adults-only paradise located in the Lhaviyani Atoll, will welcome Michelin-star Chef Dominik Kappeler to collaborate with Hurawalhi’s very own Executive Chef Harshal Antil to create culinary masterpieces at Hurawalhi’s world famous 5.8 Undersea Restaurant. 

Chef Dominik Kappeler, chef and owner of Munich’s celebrated dining destination Showroom, was born to a restaurant-owning family, and in the culinary world, his name is synonymous with excellence and innovation. The bespoke menus will incorporate local ingredients picked from Hurawalhi’s organic gardens and will emphasise Kappeler’s playful style with an elevated twist to inspire discerning palates. 

“I am honoured to be the guest chef at Hurawalhi Maldives. The beauty of this tropical paradise is a perfect canvas for our culinary creations,” says Chef Dominik Kappeler, “Collaborating with the talented Chef Harshal Antil and the remarkable team at Hurawalhi promises to be an unforgettable experience, and I am eager to bring a taste of Showroom to the resort.” 

Apart from this exciting culinary partnership, Hurawalhi Maldives is thrilled to host Sommelier Christophe Pelaud, showcasing a palette of Moët Hennessy’s exquisite selection and Sommeliere Dora Dzurjak. Together with Hurawalhi’s resident sommelier team, they will curate a delightful selection of champagnes and wines from around the world to impeccably complement Chef Dominik Kappeler’s menus. 

Sommelier Christophe Pelaud is originally from France and has travelled all over the world, gaining over 35 years of experience, including training in several three Michelin-starred restaurants in Paris. Sommeliere Dora Dzurjak started her career in Budapest’s hospitality scene; today, she has over 15 years of professional experience. 

Indulge in gastronomic delights of Chef Dominik Kappeler, Sommelier Christophe Pelaud and Sommeliere Dora Dzurjak with saving up to 25% during 5th – 15th December 2023 stays.


NOTES: Hurawalhi Island Resort is an adults-only paradise resort famous for its 5.8 Underwater Restaurant. Located in the Lhaviyani Atoll, there are more than 50 plentiful dive sites within easy reach to explore one of the Indian Ocean’s richest reefs, a stunning underwater restaurant and numerous underwater experiences to try. Hurawalhi offers 90 Overwater and Beach Villas as well as Ocean Pool Villas, each with a 25 sq. m. infinity pool and a sundeck with a staircase to the lagoon, and Beach Pool Villas, where guests have their own private beach.

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