The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands continues its Masters of Crafts experiences for guests, welcoming one of Switzerland’s most decorated chefs. In a two-night takeover of the resort’s Beach Shack restaurant, Chef Rolf Fliegauf, the Founder and Executive Chef of Switzerland’s Ecco, will curate a dining event showcasing his original creations served with a Maldivian twist.
The exclusive residency is part of the resort’s established series working with the world’s most talented masters of food and drink, wellness, adventure and environmental innovation – a curation of considered guest experiences rooted in transformative travel.
With six Michelin stars and 18 Gault Millau points behind his name, German-born Rolf Fliegauf, once Europe’s youngest two Michelin-starred chef, is at the helm of Ecco Ascona and Ecco St. Moritz, located in the Hotel Giardino Ascona and Hotel Giardino Mountain respectively. Guests will be treated to Chef Rolf’s signature ‘purist-aroma’ cuisine, dedicated to retaining origin flavors of each individual ingredient.
In a truly authentic experience Chef Rolf will be accompanied by his team from Ecco, his wife and General Manager Jenifer Fliegauf, and Junior Sous Chef Sebastian Krawanja. The team will collaborate with the resort’s newly appointed Executive Chef, Pedro Samper, to create a unique meeting of gastronomic philosophies.
Commenting on the residency, Chef Rolf says, “I’m thrilled to be collaborating with The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands and excited to be working with the resort’s team. I take great inspiration from my travels and at the same time hope I can inspire those around me in return. Most importantly I look forward to cooking for the resort’s guests and to bringing elements of surprise to their dining experience!”
“I also look forward to bringing my team. My wife Jennifer is part of Ecco’s DNA and builds the bridge between us, our colleagues on site, and our guests. We’re delighted to be bringing this special dynamic to the Maldives,” he added.