Whether you are a foodie or just someone who loves to try new dishes (who isn’t?), the Maldives will spoil you with unforgettable culinary experiences. From multi-ethnic cuisine to destination dining that’s straight out of a romance novel, prepare for a feast like no other!

Unique Cuisine with Diverse Influences

Maldivian cuisine is unique because of the diverse influences it has had over the centuries due to the country’s location near key maritime trade routes. African sailors, Arabian traders, European explorers, Indian merchants and travellers from Sri Lanka have all visited and lent their culinary traditions that have helped to shape local cuisine.

A World of Flavours at Private Resorts

The great thing about staying at private island resorts here is that they offer bespoke culinary journeys with new cuisines to introduce to your taste buds each day. At properties like The Nautilus Maldives, you can savour Maldivian, Mediterranean, Latin-American, Mexican, Peruvian, Middle Eastern, and Japanese cuisine paired with fine wines. There are Ayurvedic gourmet options too, because wellness doesn’t mean skimping on flavour!

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Seafood to the Fore

With the country surrounded by the Indian Ocean, it’s no surprise that seafood reigns supreme when dining in Maldives. This includes flavourful fish curries such as Kulhi Riha and Kandu Kukulhu made from tuna as well as grilled seafood delights. Of course, some restaurants also offer unique fusion dishes like Maldivian coral lobster combined with simmered daikon (a kind of Japanese radish) and yuzu miso.

Destination Dining

Private resorts in Maldives also offer free-spirited destination dining at enchanting locations on the island or beyond, with each meal being tailored to your preferences. Enjoy breakfast on the beach or lunch on a luxury yacht as you sail to the horizon. For dinner, be whisked away to a secluded sandbank where you can savour a BBQ feast prepared by a personal chef, before watching a movie under the stars!