JW Marriott Jeju Resort & Spa
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Luxury Dining Series: A Culinary Escape to Bali
The Grand Banquet: Two Chefs, One Story of Indonesian Heritage
Set against Mandapa’s Lower Pool Deck, The Grand Banquet marks the weekend’s opening with a gathering rooted in culture, memory, and shared history. More than a meal, it is an invitation to journey across centuries of Indonesian heritage, curated by two distinguished chefs.
Chef Syrco, among the Netherlands’ most celebrated culinary voices, brings a perspective shaped by the deep historical ties between Dutch and Indonesian cuisines. Alongside him, Mandapa’s Executive Chef Bayu offers a profound expression of Bali, one that is grounded in tradition, ritual, and the island’s living pantry. Together, they craft a menu that traces Indonesia’s celebrated evolving identity: from the spice routes that once connected the world, to layers of Dutch influence in the region, to sacred Balinese practices that endure unchanged.
Each course becomes a conversation, of exchange, resilience, and cultural continuity. Paired with evocative live performances, the evening unfolds as both feast and narrative. The opening chapter of the weekend, this is a moment that invites guests not only to taste, but to feel, to connect, and above all, to remember.
Journey to Exceptional Taste: Forage, Feast & Unwind
Transported by private car transfer, guests embark on a guided foraging journey toward Buahan Village. Led by Executive Sous Chef Eka Sunarya and Head Mixologist Adi, participants explore lush jungle terrain to taste and learn about indigenous herbs, aromatic spices, and medicinal plants.
The morning’s discoveries are celebrated with a curated jungle lunch, featuring locally inspired specialties served in an extraordinary natural setting.
In the afternoon, the focus shifts to restoration at Mandapa Spa. There, a 90-minute Mepijet Massage utilizes ancestral Balinese techniques to ease tension and restore total body balance for the attendees.
As evening falls, the journey reaches a refined conclusion at Kubu, Mandapa’s acclaimed bamboo riverside restaurant. Guests indulge in a dinner where a zero-waste, root-to-leaf philosophy honors the extraordinary biodiversity of Bali. Every dish serves as a poignant reminder that the finest luxury is experienced through a deep and authentic connection to place.
Heirloom PM: A Four-Hands Dialogue of Land and Fermentation
As dusk settles over Ubud, the Ayung River reflects the fading light, and Kubu’s bamboo pavilions glow with a warmth that feels both timeless and alive. Here, at Mandapa’s most celebrated dining destination, the weekend unfolds through a thoughtful, flavor-driven experience, one that is rooted in heritage, nature, and place.
Perched along the sacred river, Kubu is known for its hyper-local sourcing, zero-waste philosophy, and root-to-leaf approach, with ingredients foraged within 100 kilometers of the resort. This deep connection to the land shapes every dish, honoring Bali’s rich ecological and cultural traditions.
On 10th September, this philosophy comes to life through an exclusive four-hands dinner by Chef Eka Sunarya of Kubu and Chef Jin of Yeoumul at JW Marriott Jeju. Together, they present a refined, fermentation-led menu that celebrates Bali’s biodiversity while weaving in global perspective.
Each course becomes a dialogue between cultures, ingredients, and craftsmanship, where tradition and innovation meet, and where the story of the land is felt in every bite.
Spirited Social: Ambar x Gold Bar
Khi buổi chiều tại Ubud dần chuyển sang hoàng hôn và âm thanh của thung lũng trở nên sâu lắng dưới bầu trời đầy sao, Ambar – quầy bar giữa rừng sang trọng của Mandapa nhìn ra sông Ayung – trở thành một trong những điểm hẹn được mong đợi nhất cuối tuần, nơi nhịp sống chuyển mình một cách tự nhiên từ ngày sang đêm.
Trong dịp đặc biệt này, Gold Bar Tokyo, một trong những điểm đến cocktail danh tiếng nhất châu Á, sẽ mang triết lý pha chế đặc trưng của mình đến Bali trong một đêm duy nhất. Sự chính xác và tinh thần tối giản của nghệ thuật pha chế Nhật Bản hòa quyện cùng chiều sâu văn hóa và thiên nhiên của hòn đảo, lấy cảm hứng từ các loài thực vật linh thiêng, khoáng chất núi lửa và hương vị nhiệt đới sống động. Mỗi ly cocktail trở thành sự thể hiện của vùng đất và kỹ thuật, kết nối hai nền văn hóa trong một cuộc đối thoại tinh tế và đầy bất ngờ.
Không chỉ là sự tôn vinh nghệ thuật mixology, trải nghiệm này còn là khoảnh khắc kết nối giữa truyền thống, nguyên liệu và những nghệ nhân đứng phía sau chúng. Mỗi ly cocktail phản ánh một ngôn ngữ chung của nghề thủ công, nơi di sản được trân trọng đồng thời được tái diễn giải theo cách mới mẻ, mời gọi thực khách chậm lại, kết nối và tận hưởng sự hòa quyện giữa văn hóa và sáng tạo.
Chefs [At The] Table: Where Indonesia’s Culinary Stories Come Alive
Perched above the sacred rice terraces, Sawah Terrace becomes the setting for an immersive celebration of Indonesia’s rich and diverse culinary heritage.
Chef Ketut of Mandapa, Chef Agung of The St. Regis Bali, and Chef Wira of Dapur Nusantara Jakarta, join forces with the Sawah team to present a menu that bridges past and present. Charting the extraordinary diversity of an archipelago of over 17,000 islands, each with its own culinary identity and its own inheritance, this dinner will reveal a tapestry of cultures, ingredients, and stories, each distinct yet deeply connected. Rooted in time-honored recipes passed through generations, each dish is thoughtfully reinterpreted to reflect the evolving voice of Indonesian gastronomy.
Accompanied by live Balinese dance and the ancient art of Wayang Kulit, the evening unfolds as a multi-sensory tribute, honoring not just the flavors, but the enduring cultural soul of Indonesia.
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Discover unrivaled experiences as part of the Luxury Dining Series across six distinct destinations. These limited-edition offerings pair exceptional gastronomy with thoughtfully curated stays; creating space to slow down, deepen connections and reconnect with what matters most.
Take your seat, Across the Table.
Discover the essence of Vietnam through exclusive one-night escapes, where culture, connection, and culinary artistry meet as part of the Luxury Dining Series. Marriott Bonvoy members will embark on a curated journey of celebrated dining events, from intimate chef collaborations and immersive tasting experiences to heritage-led Vietnamese breakfasts. Shaped by the island’s local ingredients, traditions, and stories, these experiences feature culinary icons including Chef Summer Le, recipient of Vietnam's first MICHELIN Green Star, and Madam Anh Tuyet, a legendary authority on Hanoian cuisine.
On the private shores set against the Andaman Sea, Marriott Bonvoy members are invited to an exclusive, one-night-only Eight-Hand Grand Banquet that showcases exceptional craftsmanship and culinary storytelling as part of the Luxury Dining Series. This beachfront culinary experience brings together acclaimed chefs Agustin Ferrando Balbi, Arnaud Dunand Sauthier, Joseph William Talbot, and Sylvain Constans for a collaborative, wine-paired menu blending Latin-Japanese precision, Alpine terroir, Mediterranean flavors, and French pastry.
Arriving by speedboat to the private shores of Naka Yai Island, Marriott Bonvoy members are invited to an intimate evening celebrating the artistry of Thai cuisine. For one exclusive night, three of Thailand’s most celebrated female culinary voices, Chef Bo Songvisava, Chef Aong Tohkhot, and Chef Kob Nu-On, come together to present a collaborative menu rooted in regional traditions and personal storytelling. This heritage-led experience is beautifully elevated by bespoke cocktail pairings from award-winning mixologist Jane Kaew-Yod, creating an unforgettable dialogue of flavor, craftsmanship, and culture by the Andaman Sea.
Indulge in a five-night Overwater Villa escape at The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort as part of the Luxury Dining Series. This ultimate epicurean retreat features immersive dining and beverage experiences shaped by Asia’s top culinary talents, including two MICHELIN-starred Chef Emmanuel Stroobant. Blending storytelling, craftsmanship, and the spirit of gathering at the table, the experience is for two guests, and includes round-trip seaplane transfers.
Immerse in Bali’s living heritage with an exclusive journey of the senses. Your day begins with guided foraging through lush landscapes led by Executive Sous Chef Eka Sunarya and Head Mixologist Adi, followed by a jungle lunch inspired by the land itself. Afterward, restore balance with a signature 90-minute Massage at Mandapa Spa. The journey culminates with sustainable riverside dining at Kubu, beautifully connecting you to the soul of the island.
Gastronomic Journey
at The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
Experience the Luxury Dining Series at The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto, paired with a serene riverfront stay. Discover Kyoto’s culinary heritage through an interactive dinner of Kaiseki, Sushi, Tempura, and Teppanyaki, elegantly paired with curated Fushimi sake. The journey culminates in an exclusive four-hands omakase lunch by Chefs Katsuhito Inoue and Valentin Fouache, celebrating seasonal Kyoto provenance.