Heritance Aarah Maldives, a premium all-inclusive resort in the Raa Atoll, has been honored as the Most Outstanding Culinary Organisation at the 2024 Food and Hospitality Asia Maldives Global Culinary Challenge and Exhibition (FHAM). This marks the resort’s second time earning this prestigious title. Competing against 65 other resorts, Heritance Aarah distinguished itself by securing 39 awards, including 14 Gold Awards and 10 special awards.
Among the notable recognitions, the resort excelled in categories such as Best Chef, Best Pastry Chef, Most Outstanding Artist, Plated Appetisers Winner, Plated Three-Course Meal Winner, and Creative Rice Dish Winner.
Renowned for its exceptional culinary offerings, Heritance Aarah provides guests with a diverse dining experience across seven unique restaurants and five lively bars. Visitors can savor world-class buffets and meticulously crafted meals prepared by award-winning chefs and Culinary Olympians, ensuring every meal is an unforgettable part of their Maldivian experience.
Each of the seven dining venues offers a distinct culinary journey. Ranba serves a variety of Asian and international dishes, while Ralu specializes in French and Italian cuisine. Ginifati focuses on fresh seafood and expertly grilled dishes, Baani presents innovative fusion cuisine, and Hathaa offers urban street food inspired by Tokyo. Ambula features contemporary Sri Lankan and Maldivian flavors, with an extensive vegan menu. The resort’s five bars offer a range of creative cocktails and premium spirits, with Bandhi Bar, the main pool bar, providing a laid-back atmosphere with shisha and pizza. Sky Bar offers breathtaking sunset views alongside classic and signature cocktails, while Falhu specializes in aged spirits and biodynamic wines. Ralu Lounge Bar boasts the region’s largest selection of rum and tiki cocktails.
Heritance Aarah also offers a premium selection of over 80 top-shelf spirits, 150 beverages, and a signature cocktail menu featuring more than 30 unique creations, ensuring a rich and varied dining experience.
Stasshani Jayawardena, Joint Deputy Chairperson and Joint Managing Director of Aitken Spence Hotel Holdings PLC, expressed her congratulations, stating, “I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the winners at FHAM 2024. Their outstanding achievements inspire us all. We invite guests to embark on a unique culinary journey in our peaceful barefoot paradise, where tradition seamlessly blends with innovation
