Indulgence In Maldives

Mixing island flavours and techniques, Aaron Isip presents a culinary showcase

- Aaron Isip

The smart flavour combinations of internationally acclaimed Filipino chef, Aaron Isip, recently took centre stage at the fabulous private island resort, W Maldives. You literally step into paradise when you check into one of the resort’s posh villas where your private deck and plunge pool offers unrivalled views of the Indian Ocean. During Isip’s weeklong culinary pop-up, we indulged in a series of memorable dinners amidst a wonderland of powder white beaches, crystal clear azure waters, and magnificent coral reefs.

Distinguished as the Chef Espoir 2015 for Ile-de-France by the prestigious Gault et Millau guide, Isip honed his skills at several prominent restaurants in Paris—including Apicius, Ze Kitchen Gallery, and Pan— before setting up his own, Dix-Huit, that was recognised as one of the best restaurants in 2014 by