Hospitality

SUN SIYAM VILU REEF SHOWCASES THE SOUL OF MALDIVIAN CUISINE THROUGH ITS SIGNATURE “KANDU KUKULHU” COOKING EXPERIENCE

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5 months ago

November 28, 2025

A chef is demonstrating a cooking technique over a large frying pan in an outdoor, thatched-roof cooking class area, with several Maldivian dishes laid out on a table in front of him.

At Sun Siyam Vilu Reef, Maldivian cuisine is honoured not merely as food but as a reflection of island heritage and identity. One of its most meaningful traditions is the preparation of Kandu Kukulhu, the Maldives’ iconic rolled tuna curry. Rooted in local custom and shared across generations, this dish has become the heart of Vilu Reef’s weekly Maldivian cooking classes, offering an intimate encounter with the flavours, techniques, and stories that define the islands. As part of the resort’s signature culinary journey, it brings the Maldivian spirit to life through authentic tastes and thoughtful storytelling.

Deeply rooted in local tradition, Kandu Kukulhu reflects centuries of craft and care. At Vilu Reef, the experience is guided by the resort’s Maldivian chefs, who demonstrate each step with the precision and intuition that comes from generations of practice. Guests will discover to artfully slice the tuna and layer it with aromatic spices to binding the rolls with coconut or pandan leaf. As the curry slowly cooks in coconut milk, its scent fills the atmosphere, offering a vivid glimpse into everyday island cooking. It is an experience that lingers long after the final tasting.

Kandu Kukulhu, which literally translates to “chicken of the sea,” is the Maldivian special tuna curry, a remarkable tribute to the Maldives islands’ deep-rooted connection to the ocean.

“Sun Siyam Vilu Reef’s culinary story celebrates Maldivian heritage, moving beyond simply serving fresh seafood,” says Chef de Cuisine Mohamed Hameed, known as Chef Printey. ” It is a connection to our islands, our people, and the traditions that shaped Maldivian cuisine. By sharing these methods, we bring our cultural narrative to life in the most sincere way.”

The cooking class forms a key part of the Maldivian Roots Signature Experience, that highlights the flavours, crafts, and cultural expressions that define the Maldives. It embodies the Sun Siyam philosophy of celebrating island life through meaningful encounters and genuine Maldivian spirit. This experience is available for all guests at Sun Siyam Vilu Reef and can be booked in advance during their stay.

Hospitality

CELEBRATE MOTHER’S DAY WITH A LUXURIOUS DAYCATION AT AL JADDAF ROTANA

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8 hours ago

May 5, 2026

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Treat the most special woman in your life to a memorable Mother’s Day Daycation at Al Jaddaf Rotana from 8th to 10th May. Thoughtfully designed to celebrate mothers, this indulgent experience offers the perfect blend of relaxation, refined dining, and well-deserved pampering.

Mothers can savour an elegant high tea, unwind with optional pool access, or elevate the celebration with a delightful Saturday Brunch accompanied by a glass of bubbly.

Offer Details

Date: 8thto 10th May
High Tea: AED 105 per person | High Tea with Pool Access: AED 150 per person (fully redeemable on F&B during the offer period) | Special Saturday Brunch Offer: AED 125 per person, including a glass of bubbly.

Hospitality

CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL MOTHER’S DAY AT PUBLIQ EUROPEAN BISTRO

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9 hours ago

May 5, 2026

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Make Mom feel extra special this International Mother’s Day at Publiq European Bistro, where families dining in groups of more than three guests can enjoy a complimentary meal for Mom. Gather your loved ones and celebrate together over a relaxed European-style dining experience designed to make the occasion memorable.

Details:
Offer: Mom eats free (for families of more than three guests) | Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 | Location: Publiq European Bistro, Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai | For reservations: +971 56 414 2213

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UBK AT MÖVENPICK JUMEIRAH LAKES TOWERS RAISES A GLASS FOR DUBAI’S MOST LOYAL COMPANIONS WITH “PAWS & POUR”

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9 hours ago

May 5, 2026

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A celebration of the pet owners who stayed back, held on, and never let go.

Some things in life stay beautifully constant, and for many Dubai residents, that has been their pets. Through everyday routines, slow days, and everything in between, pet parents have built their lives around their four-legged companions in the most natural, heartwarming way. UBK at Mövenpick Jumeirah Lakes Towers is celebrating that bond with Paws & Pour, a feel-good gesture for guests who stayed in Dubai with their pets during the recent period of regional uncertainty.

Visit UBK, show a photo of you and your pet from the past two months in Dubai, and enjoy a complimentary non-alcoholic drink on the house every Sunday only from 12pm-12am. Just a simple cheers to a not-so-simple bond. Because UBK has always been proudly pet-friendly, especially with Paws & Play running Sunday to Thursday from 12pm to 7pm, where dogs are very much part of the vibe. Plus, guests can enjoy 30% off food and beverages while spending time with their furry plus-ones.

Paws & Pour is UBK doing what it does best, keeping things easy, welcoming, and full of personality. A little toast to loyalty, companionship, and the pets who make every day better just by being in it.