Sweet Escape Couple Spa Treatment at The Okura Spa

The Okura Spa at The Okura Prestige Bangkok

The Okura Spa at The Okura Prestige Bangkok introduces a magnificent package crafted specially for couples to pamper and spoil each other between 15 January – 31 March 2022. Celebrating the season of love, the ‘Sweet Escape’ packages lasts for two hours and is priced at Baht 5,999 ++ per couple.

This indulgent package includes dedicated treatments for him and her – but guests may choose either set of treatments. The sparkle of love dust in the Sweet Escape’ experience keeps the romance cozy for couples.

The package crafted with ladies in mind embrace a delicate 30-minute ‘totally glowing Sakura scrub.’ This fabulously restorative scrub consists of the queens of flowers including jasmine, rose and lavender. Gentle and all-natural, it exfoliates and removes excess dirt and oils, leaving the skin perfectly refined and silky smooth. This is followed by a 60-minute hot candle oil massage, perfect for relaxing the mind and restoring the balance of body and skin. The warmth of the wax stimulates the circulation and gives relief to muscle pain. It also has great detoxifying effects. The exclusive package ends with a 30-minute aromatic Sakura bath to complete the essential objective of achieving total tranquility.

The treatments tailored for gentlemen include a 30-minute ‘purifying mixed beans sesame scrub.’ Beans have powerful natural anti-aging, anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. The mix offers a complete moisturizing effect and at the same time leaves the skin smooth and supple. Following is the signature 60-minute ‘ta-ke relief’ massage. This unique treatment involves using heated bamboo rods to knead and roll out knots, relax tense muscles and reduce stress and exhaustion. It is perfect for stimulating the circulation and encourages an incredible sense of relaxation and tranquility. The series of treatments concludes with a cleansing 30-minute aromatic Sakura bath.

Sweet Escape package priced at Baht 5,999 per couple, exclusive of 10% service charge and prevailing government tax. For reservations or more information about the treatment and The Okura Spa, please contact +66 (0) 2 687 9000 or email: spa@okurabangkok.com

The Okura Prestige Bangkok
Park Ventures Ecoplex
57 Wireless Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
T. +66 (0) 2687 9000
F. +66 (0) 2687 9001 

www.okurabangkok.com

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Indulge the season of love with ‘Tsubaki Afternoon Tea’ at Up & Above Restaurant and Bar

Welcome the new year with the delightful and fabulous ‘Tsubaki Afternoon Tea’ at Up & Above Restaurant and Bar, available from 10 January to 31 March 2022. It is priced at Baht 1,750++ per set for 2 persons.

Welcome the blooming of camellia flowers in Japan and indulge your sweet romance with ‘Tsubaki Afternoon Tea,’ at Up & Above Restaurant and Bar. Camellia flowers are best known as the ‘queen of winter’ and the beauty of its exquisite bloom. It is also the symbol of love, devotion, affection and admiration. In Japan, the camellia flower is often used in religious ceremonies

Stepping into the season of love with the delicate ‘Tsubaki Afternoon Tea,’ offering various sweet and savoury selections. Highlight of savoury includes Norwegian salmon and wasabi sando; miso cream cheese and fit chutney tartlet; egg mimosa charcoal bun; and wild forest mushroom Vol eau Vent.

Apart from the delightful and refreshing savoury items, guest can enjoy extensive sweet selections such as red current and Tsubaki chocolate praline; Hokkaido milk pudding; red velvet cream roll; chocolate and cherry cremeaux; cherry macaron; cranberry white chocolate scone served with fruit preserves and artisan clotted cream; and more.

‘Tsubaki Afternoon Tea’ is available every day from 14:00 to 17:00 hrs. and is priced at Baht 1,750++ per set of two persons; Baht 2,350++ per set of two persons inclusive of 2 glasses of Sparkling Rosé and Baht 3,500++ per set of two persons inclusive of 2 glasses of Perrier-Jouët Champagne.

For more information please call +66 (0) 2 687 9000 or email: fb.concierge@okurabangkok.com

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Elements, inspired by Ciel Bleu at The Okura Prestige Bangkok

Elements Team

Elements, inspired by Ciel Bleu, the renowned fine dining restaurant at The Okura Prestige Bangkok, has retained its Michelin one-star rating for another year. The announcement was made during the official Press Conference ceremony held on 16 December 2022 to launch the latest Thai edition of the famous French dining guide. The launch supported by the Tourism Authority of Thailand, took place in a virtual format.

Elements, inspired by Ciel Bleu is well known for its fine dining French cuisine prepared with premium produce and complimented by exquisite seasonal Japanese influences. Sebastiaan Hoogewerf, Executive Chef at The Okura Prestige Bangkok, and his team create dishes of refinement in a restaurant that was conceptualized in parallel with its sister restaurant, the celebrated Ciel Bleu at Hotel Okura Amsterdam, which holds two Michelin stars.

“I am extremely proud of my team at Elements, inspired by Ciel Bleu,” said Sebastiaan Hoogewerf, Executive Chef. “Since beginning our fascinating culinary journey in 2012 we have worked extremely hard to create and present French cuisine infused with contemporary touches of Japanese elegance, much to the appreciation of both our local and international guests. To have maintained those standards in what have been even more challenging times than normal is a real achievement.”

Hotel General Manager Niek Hammer echoed Chef Sebastiaan’s comments, congratulating the chef and his team while also acknowledging the inspiration and support of Chef Onno Kokmeijer and Arjan Speelman at Ciel Bleu in Amsterdam. “This is certainly well-deserved recognition for a restaurant that provides the highest standards in fine dining,” said Niek Hammer.


“Everyday Elements, inspired by Ciel Bleu presents magnificent dishes showcasing refined French culinary techniques, top-notch produce, wonderful seasonal influences from Japan, great service and a relaxed atmosphere. Dining at Elements, inspired by Ciel Bleu is a true journey in ‘guestronomy’ and this has once again been recognised by the world-famous Michelin Guide. The retention of its star is an honour for the restaurant’s entire team and all at The Okura Prestige Bangkok, where we strive for the ideals of ‘omotenashi’ – the Japanese art of providing heartfelt hospitality.”

The Okura Prestige Bangkok
Park Ventures Ecoplex
57 Wireless Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
T. +66 (0) 2687 9000
F. +66 (0) 2687 9001 

www.okurabangkok.com

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The Okura Prestige Bangkok unveils ‘Reviving Haven’ sanctuary package

The Okura Prestige Bangkok unveils a sanctuary-like room package, ‘Reviving Haven’ to celebrate the re-opening of Thailand and welcome visitors and returning Thai nationals alike.

The Okura Prestige Bangkok is an official ‘SHA Plus+’ certified hotel. The hotel is located in the heart of city, it is ideally situated for those visiting the capital on business or for leisure, with a direct access to Bangkok Sky Train (BTS) – Pleonchit station, and with a few steps to one of Bangkok’s most luxurious iconic retail landmark; Central Embassy.

The hotel’s ‘Reviving Haven’ room package is available from now until 31 March 2022, includes a COVID-19 RT-PCR swab test with COVID-19 free Certify by Samitivej Hospital is conducted at the hotel, a COVID-19 ATK kit (self-test), and one-trip airport transportation from Suvarnabhumi International Airport or Don Mueang International Airport to hotel.

“We are delighted to be a certified SHA Plus+’ hotel and excited about welcoming back visitors to this beautiful country as well as welcoming back the Thai nationals coming home. As service and hospitality providers we have truly missed catering to our guests and we want to play our part in accelerating the return of tourism to the country,’ explained Niek Hammer, General Manager at The Okura Prestige Bangkok.

Unveils ‘Reviving Haven’ sanctuary to celebrate the re-opening of Thailand

The ‘Reviving Haven’ room package is available to fully-vaccinated visitors departing from eligible counties according to the Thai Government’s official announcement, and must suppressed the health observation for all arrivals to the Kingdom of Thailand. It allows a maximum of 2 children below the age of 12 to stay with their parents.

“We continue to strive to ensure our guests have memorable experiences when staying with us. We believe in the Japanese tradition of ‘omotenashi hospitality,’ the art of providing a level of personal care and hospitality unmatched elsewhere. Within our team, we sometimes refer to it a ‘guestronomy’ – the ability to take guests on journeys of discovery with the very best that Bangkok has to offer by way of gastronomy, wellness and relaxation,’ Niek Hammer, General Manager, added. ‘We are lucky to be at the centre of a vibrant city that is at the heart of a beautiful country with much to offer. It makes us the perfect sanctuary from which to explore.”

The Okura Prestige Bangkok
Park Ventures Ecoplex
57 Wireless Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
T. +66 (0) 2687 9000
F. +66 (0) 2687 9001
www.okurabangkok.com

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Celebrating Cloud 9 Comfort at The Okura Prestige Bangkok

The Okura Prestige Bangkok celebrates its 9th anniversary on 14 May 2021 and invites guests to join the festivities with a special Room-Only promotion that not only offers a special rate but also includes a choice of exclusive extra benefits with which to customize a luxurious stay.

The Room-Only rate starts from Baht 3,000++ per night for a Deluxe Room and includes the following;

- 36 hour-stay with guaranteed check in at 9:00 and check out at 21:00

- Exclusive offer to enjoy buy-1-get-1 free spa treatments from the a la carte menu at The Okura Spa

- Exclusive offer to enjoy buy-1-get-1 free set dinner or Yatai & Izakaya Night Buffet at Up & Above Restaurant & Bar

- One extra benefit during the stay: guests can choose between complimentary breakfast for 2 persons at Up & Above Restaurant or Yamazato, or Baht 1,000 hotel credit per room per night redeemable at all restaurants & bars and The Okura Spa during your stay (cannot be combined with any other special offers, discounts or vouchers), or 50% discount on room rate for 2nd consecutive night

Thai Nationals enjoy discount rate as per Travelling Together Campaign.

The 9th Anniversary Promotion is available for booking form 1 – 14 May 2021 for stays between 1 May - 31 July 2021.

For reservations, please visit www.okurabangkok.com or contact the Reservations Centre on 02 687 9000 or email reservations@okurabangkok.com.

The Okura Prestige Bangkok
Park Ventures Ecoplex
57 Wireless Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand

T. +66 (0) 2687 9000

F. +66 (0) 2687 9001

Website: www.okurabangkok.com

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The first ever The Okura Prestige Bangkok Japanese Fair Series 2021 : “The Passionate Curators”

Renowned for the practice of Japan’s time-honoured traditions of hospitality known as Omotenashi, the luxurious The Okura Prestige Bangkok is the Thai flagship of Tokyo-based hotel management company Okura Hotels & Resorts. Since the hotel opened in May 2012 it has celebrated Japanese culture by marking the country’s many seasonal festivals, hosting performances of Japanese music by Japanese musicians and through culinary experiences at Master Chef Shigeru Hagiwara’s Michelin Plate restaurant Yamazato. So it gives the hotel’s management great pleasure to be staging the inaugural The Okura Prestige Bangkok Japanese Fair Series 2021: “The Passionate Curators”, which will take place during the Songkran holiday period of 10 – 14 April 2021.

The focal point of the fair will be the lobby area at the 24th floor, which will be decorated to reflect the famous Sakura cherry tree blossoms that bloom all over Japan at this time of year. The lobby will host an opening performance of The Overture by the Thai Youth Orchestra lead by Dr. Paye Akkrawat Srinarong on 10 April 2021 from 17:00 – 18:00 with more performances to follow throughout the month.

Elsewhere, our famous Yatai & Izakaya Night delights at Up & Above Restaurant on 10 April 2021 offer a real Japanese treat in which Executive Chef Sebastiaan Hoogewerf creates extra delicacies to make the weekend unforgettable. The buffet feast includes barachirachi & sashimi, yakitori, tori tsukane, takoyaki, okonomiyaki, udon with onsen egg, oden soup, hot smoked salmon donburi and a cooking station serving tonkatsu made a la minute. And as always premium seafood on ice, a BBQ station and much more is available. Prices start from Baht 1,950 net per person including free-flow juices, mocktails and soft drinks, available from 18:00 – 22:00.

We also invite guests to round off their weekend in style with the return of the fantastic Sunday Brunch at Up & Above Restaurant on 11 April 2021 from 12:00 – 15:00 where seasonal fresh sushi and sashimi prepared to order, chef-recommended table-served dishes to pass around, fresh seafood on ice and much more including Japanese creations and sweet confections also abound. An additional menu with Japanese touches will also be available. It includes toothsome items such as sake braised wagyu short ribs, miso marinated lamb rack, salmon teriyaki wellington, and yutaka BBQ miso chicken. These and much more light up The Okura Prestige Bangkok Japanese Fair Series 2021: “The Passionate Curators”. Prices start from Baht 2,800 net per person, including free-flow mocktails and soft drinks.

Guests with a passion for traditional Japanese sweets will want to join the wakashi class by Japanese wakashi master Yuta Takaya from Ganyudo, who will conduct an exclusive hand-on workshop on 11 April 2021 from 14:00 – 15:30 at Yamazato’s Sushi Counter. Seats are limited to 8 guests only. Price is Baht 1,400 net per person.

We are also delighted to have Japanese tea master Khun Jitchaya Sarasombath, founder of Chaya Teahouse, teaching a master class at a special afternoon tea session hosted at Elements restaurant on 12 April 2021 at 13:00 and 15:00 Price is Baht 1,400 net per person including coffee or tea,

Sakura theme confections and Japanese matcha tea prepared by Khun Jitchaya, who has been a purveyor of premium Japanese tea since 2018 and sources only organically grown teas—from ceremonial grade matcha, gyokuro and sencha to bancha—directly from farms.

Shichiken sake is among the best produced anywhere in Japan and now its delicate but rich flavours can be appreciated at a special 7-course Kaiseki dinner specially create by Master Chef Shigeru Hagiwara at MICHELIN Plate signature Japanese restaurant Yamazato, only on 12 March 2021 from 18:30 – 22:00. The dinner starts with a welcome reception at the lobby follow by a special kaiseki dinner with sake pairings by our Sake sommelier Koji Hara. Price is Baht 3,750 net per person.

If you’re in the mood to celebrate Songkran then join us on 13 April 2021 at 17:00 until 23:00 for a pop-up session at Aperol Sunset Lounge and delicious Izakaya at Elements & Terrace, where you will enjoy the best views of Bangkok from the restaurant’s terrace with Japanese inspired drinks by our beverage curators; Symphony Loo, Tamaryn Cooper and Jane Kaew-yod. Priced at Baht 990 net per person including two drinks and selected Japanese BBQ. This is a great way to celebrate Songkran with family & friends!

We are also hosting an Ikebana workshop on 14 April 2021 from 10:00 with Khun Suphakorn Bowonparanchai, The Okura Prestige Bangkok’s resident florist and certified Ikebana expert who trained with Nicolai Bergmann in Tokyo. The workshop ends with a favourful shokodo bento lunch at the MICHELIN Plate Japanese restaurant Yamazato for Baht 2,500 net per person.

Over at the Sushi Bar, our Sushi Master Haruaki Matsuoka will serve an exclusive Sushi Omakase course for Baht 5,000 net per person. Chef Matsuoka honed his culinary skills as Sushi chef at Tsuji Culinary Institute in Japan and he was an assistance professor for Japanese Cuisine at the Tsuji Culinary Institute for many years before moving to Thailand. The Omakase starts with a special appetiser followed by grilled snow fish with white miso, simmered shrimp with egg and soy milk skin. Before the sushi journey begins, Chef Matsuoka will serve tomato and yuzu sorbet, then the 8 pieces of an exclusive sushi selection complimented with soup of grilled edamame with sesame tofu and white bait. A dessert of Sakura mochi and kazu starch noodles with rich black sugar syrup finish off the meal. Sushi Omakase is available for lunch from 11:30 – 14:00 on 13 & 14 April 2021 and dinner 18:00 -20:30 on 14 April 2021.

Experience the myriad flavours of Japan with our Washoku Staycation package on offer during the inaugural The Okura Prestige Bangkok Japanese Fair Series 2021: “The Passionate Curators”. The staycation and fair give guests a chance like no other to indulge in Japanese culture and cuisine. Rate starts from Baht 6,900 for a one night stay in Deluxe room, Japanese set dinner for two persons at MICHELIN Plate signature restaurant Yamazato (with a choice of Teppanyaki set or a Icho kaiseki), Japanese set breakfast at Yamazato and a special welcome amenity. The exclusive Washoku Staycation package is only available to book between 1 – 17 April 2021 for stays from 10 – 17 April 2021.

Guests are welcome to enjoy a free activity to learn more about Japanese culture, such as an origami workshop on 10, 11 & 13 April 2021 from 15:00 – 17:00 and a furoshiki workshop on 12 & 14 April 2021 from 15:00 – 17:00 at Yamazato Restaurant.

Special offer for JCB cardholder with minimum spending of Baht 6,900 net on any activities The Okura Prestige Bangkok Japanese Fair Series 2021: “The Passionate Curators” during 10 – 14 April 2021 will receive JCB TUMBLER. (One card per bill throughout the program).

For information, please contact 02 687 9000 or email FB.concierge@okurabangkok.com. 

To book Washoku Staycation Package, please contact reservation department at reservations@okurabangkok.com or book on our website www.okurabangkok.com

Prices are inclusive of 10% service charge and 7% government tax.

The Okura Prestige BangkokPark Ventures Ecoplex
57 Wireless Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
T. +66 (0) 2687 9000
F. +66 (0) 2687 9001
Website: www.okurabangkok.com

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A Taste of Thai Summer at Up & Above Restaurant

A traditional dish with regal origins is the perfect way to beat the April heat. Khao Chae comprises rice steeped in iced jasmine-scented water accompanied by a selection of side dishes and zesty pastes.

Literally meaning ‘soaked rice’, when Khao Chae became popular in Thailand almost 200 years ago, the country had no ice so the water in which it was served was chilled using earthenware jars kept in the shade and often partially buried in the cool earth. The popular summer dish is served with shredded sweet pork, shredded sweet beef, fried fish with shrimp paste balls, and sweet bell peppers stuffed with pork and encased in an egg wrap. These are first steamed and then fried to a beautiful consistency before being allowed to cool. Other condiments include fried shallots with fish ball and stir-fried sweet pickled Chinese turnips with egg. Fragrant and full of flavor, Khao Chae offers a refreshing treat on a hot day.

Khao Chae is available daily from 1 - 30 April 2021, 12:00 – 14:30 at Up & Above Restaurant. Priced at Baht 590++ including refreshment or Baht 790++ including refreshment and mango with sticky rice

Up & Above Restaurant is located on the 24th floor of The Okura Prestige Bangkok. For information and reservations, please contact 02 687 9000, or email FB.concierge@okurabangkok.com, or book on our website www.okurabangkok.com

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Sakura Wellness Secrets at The Okura Spa

In the Japanese tradition Sakura flowers are associated with the transient nature of life, a beautiful reminder to seize life’s opportunities while you can and enjoy what nature has to offer. Now you too can experience the wonders of this bountiful bloom with the rejuvenating Sakura scrub and massage treatment at The Okura Spa.

The treatment starts with the choice of a pampering 30-minute light natural Sakura scrub to gently exfoliate the skin and remove excess dirt and oils, leaving it feeling refined and silky smooth. Then follows a rejuvenating 60-minute full-body massage using Okura Massage oil applied with a smooth, gentle, flowing technique to promote relaxation, relieve muscular tension, and improve circulation and range of movements. This 90 minutes of bliss is a great way to unwind, lower stress levels and create a sense of well-being.

The Sakura Wellness Secrets package is available daily at The Okura Spa daily from 10:00 – 22:00, 1 April - 30 June 2021, priced at Baht 1,890++ per person for 90 minutes of pampering.

The Okura Spa is located on the 25th floor of The Okura Prestige Bangkok. For more information and reservations, please contact 02 687 9000 or email spa@okurabangkok.com

Price is subject to 10% service charge and 7% government tax.

The Okura Prestige Bangkok
Park Ventures Ecoplex
57 Wireless Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
T. +66 (0) 2687 9000
F. +66 (0) 2687 9001 www.okurabangkok.com

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The Okura Prestige Bangkok Wedding Showcase 2021

Prospective brides and grooms are invited to The Okura Prestige Bangkok “Wedding Showcase 2021” featuring a host of solutions and services to make their special day memorable.

On Saturday 27 March and Sunday 28 March 2021, the luxury hotel will unveil its new wedding packages at the inspirational “The Okura Prestige Bangkok Wedding Showcase 2021”. Staged in the hotel’s fabulous Grand Ballroom, brides and grooms-to-be and their families have the opportunity to meet a carefully chosen team of wedding professionals including the best in-house event planners, wedding organizers and showcase partners.

Couples booking their wedding celebrations during the showcase with a guaranteed minimum spend of Baht 550,000 net for a wedding reception within 2021 receive the following additional benefits, including a honeymoon package at Melia Koh Samui.

· Free! Surcharges for outsource decoration at Baht 50,000 net
· Free! Surcharges for Lights & Sounds with live band at Baht 15,000 net
· Free! 2 Deluxe rooms for Family on Wedding day
· Special price for after party at Baht 10,000 net per hour with complimentary soft drinks & mixers for 50 persons.
· A 20% discount on The Okura Hen Night Party Package (package starts from Baht 18,888 net)
· Special discount at Baht 15,000 net for engagement ceremony package when guests confirm the wedding reception with hotel
· Honeymoon Package at Melia Koh Samui

Ø 2-night stay in a Premium Pool Access inclusive of breakfast for 2 persons
(Minimum spending Baht 600,000 – 699,000 net)

Ø 2-night stay in The Level Boat Pool Access inclusive of breakfast for 2 persons
(Minimum spending up to Baht 700,000 net)
· Special promotion from partners

When paying the deposit at the wedding showcase, couples will receive the added bonus of a chance to win luxury prizes in a grand lucky draw. Lucky draw prizes include vouchers for complimentary accommodation at The Okura Tokyo, Hotel Okura Macau and The Okura Prestige Taipei. Event partners confirmed to take part in the wedding showcase include Hug Wedding Planner, Box Wedding, a professional wedding photographer, Vanus First, a wedding gown, Papanin Gems & Jewelry and Anya Wedding Invitation & Favor, specialists in wedding card.

Pre-register to receive a special gift from The Okura Prestige Bangkok by clicking ‘like’ on our Facebook fanpage and then share your contact details and wedding requirements via Facebook messenger.

Find inspiration for your dream wedding at “The Okura Prestige Bangkok Wedding Showcase 2021”.

For more information, please call 02 687 9000 or email catering@okurabangkok.com

The Okura Prestige Bangkok

Park Ventures Ecoplex
57 Wireless Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
T. +66 (0) 2687 9000
F. +66 (0) 2687 9001 www.okurabangkok.com

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A Box of Delight - Famous Tsubaki Scone to Take-away

Our delicious freshly baked scones are now yours to enjoy as the ultimate home comfort treat. Available in boxes of four, a wonderful cranberry scones complemented by traditional clotted cream and tasty jams. It’s an indulgence to revel in alone or celebrate with family and friends!

Price is Baht 250 per box. Tsubaki Scone Box is available to order from now until 31 Match 2021, minimum 24 hours pre-order is required by calling 02 687 9031 or email fbreservations@okurabangkok.com. Pick up at La Pâtisserie on weekdays from 07:00 – 19:00 and for weekends/holidays, pick up is on request at Up & Above Restaurant.

La Pâtisserie is located on the ground floor of Park Ventures Ecoplex and Up & Above Restaurant is located on 24th Floor of The Okura Prestige Bangkok.

For information and reservations, please contact 02 687 9000 or email fbreservations@okurabangkok.com.

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A Valentine Bear Hamper from La Pâtisserie with Love

Make the ultimate romantic gesture in the month of love by giving your special someone a Valentine Bear Hamper from The Okura Prestige Bangkok. Wrapped in beautiful Japanese fabrics, the selection of wonderful homemade delicacies it contains include Valentine macaroons, chocolate pralines, red velvet cookies, Yamazato sencha and hojicha teas, a Valentine’s floral decoration and a cuddly Okura Bear. The option of a bouquet of fresh roses is also available for true Romeos.

The Valentine Bear Hamper is Baht 2,888 and the Valentine Bear Hamper with fresh rose bouquet is Baht 5,388, available for order and pick up at La Pâtisserie on weekdays from 09:00 – 19:00, 3 – 28 February 2021.

Pick up on weekends/holidays upon request at Yamazato Restaurant between 09:00 – 20:00.

La Pâtisserie is located on the ground floor of Park Ventures Ecoplex.

For more information and to place an order for Valentine Bear Hamper please contact 02 687 9000 or email fbreservations@okurabangkok.com.

The Okura Prestige Bangkok
Park Ventures Ecoplex
57 Wireless Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
T. +66 (0) 2687 9000
F. +66 (0) 2687 9001 

Website: www.okurabangkok.com

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Romance & Relaxation with The Okura Prestige Bangkok Valentine’s Weekend

Pamper someone special with a wonderful Valentine’s Weekend of luxury at The Okura Prestige Bangkok. Book and confirm a stay to receive a special deal on weekend rates inclusive of a Valentine’s dinner for two at either Up & Above Restaurant, signature Japanese restaurant Yamazato or Michelin-starred Elements Restaurant on 13 or 14 February 2021.

A weekend stay inclusive of Valentine’s dinner at Up & Above Restaurant

Rate starts from Baht 7,500 net per night for a Deluxe Room, inclusive of breakfast for two persons, 4-course set dinner for two persons at Up & Above Restaurant or Brunch on Valentine’s Day for two persons at Up & Above Restaurant and late check-out at 18:00. Thai Nationals enjoy benefits from the Travelling Together Campaign with a discount rate starting from Baht 4,500 for a Deluxe Room.

A weekend stay inclusive of Valentine’s dinner at signature Japanese restaurant Yamazato

Rate starts from Baht 12,000 net per night for a Deluxe Room, inclusive of breakfast for two persons, special Kaiseki set dinner for two persons at Yamazato and late check-out at 18:00. Thai Nationals enjoy benefits from the Travelling Together Campaign with a discount rate starting from Baht 9,000 net for a Deluxe Room.

A weekend stay inclusive of Valentine’s dinner at Michelin-starred Elements Restaurant

Rate starts from Baht 13,600 net per night for a Deluxe Room, inclusive of breakfast for two persons, 6-course set dinner for two persons at Elements Restaurant and late check-out at 18:00. Thai Nationals enjoy benefits from the Travelling Together Campaign with a discount rate starting from Baht 10,600 net for a Deluxe Room.

The Valentine’s Weekend stay promotion is available for booking between 18 January - 8 February 2021 for a stay on 13 or 14 February 2021. Thai Nationals enjoy 40% off (maximum Baht 3,000) from published rate per night of stay according to the Travelling Together Campaign when booking at least 3 days in advance.

For reservations, please visit www.okurabangkok.com or contact the Reservations Centre on 02 687 9000 or email reservations@okurabangkok.com.

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Hotel Okura Vladivostok, the first Japanese-run hotel in the Russian Pacific port city

Hotel Okura Vladivostok will be located near the Golden Bridge, a popular tourist attraction from which visitors can enjoy beautiful views of the Zolotoy Rog, a sheltered horn-shaped bay on the Sea of Japan, and the surrounding scenery.

Okura Nikko Hotel Management Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Hotel Okura Co., Ltd., has announced it will open the Hotel Okura Vladivostok, the first Japanese-run hotel in the Russian Pacific port city, in the second half of 2021. Okura Nikko Hotel Management Co., Ltd. and Joint Stock Company Mnogofunkcionalnii Gostinichnii Kompleks Zolotoi Rog signed an agreement covering the operation of the new property on December 29, 2020.

Hotel Okura Vladivostok will be located near the Golden Bridge, a popular tourist attraction from which visitors can enjoy beautiful views of the Zolotoy Rog, a sheltered horn-shaped bay on the Sea of Japan, and the surrounding scenery. It will offer 221 guest rooms each about 40 square meters in size, including 31 suite rooms. There will be a restaurant serving Japanese cuisine featuring a sushi counter and private dining rooms, as well as a teppanyaki restaurant and an all-day dining restaurant. The hotel will additionally offer a large banquet hall, an executive lounge and spa facilities.

Vladivostok, an important commercial port on the Pacific Ocean, is just a 2.5 hour flight from Tokyo. With its exotic landscape, the city is famous for being Russia’s gateway to Eurasia yet relatively close to Japan. Surrounded by the sea on three sides, it is a hub for railway, ocean and aviation traffic as well as the eastern starting point of the world-famous Trans-Siberian Railway.

Toshihiro Ogita, President, Okura Nikko Hotel Management Co., Ltd., commented, “Russia is a promising market and Vladivostok is a symbol of the economic cooperation between Japan and Russia. We are very pleased that Hotel Okura was selected to operate a hotel in the city, and it is a great honor for us to help provide a bridge between our two countries. We will offer the Okura’s signature hospitality, which is sure to satisfy the hotel’s guests and make it a favorite of local people as well as Russian and overseas visitors to the city.”

Since August 2017, Japanese citizens have been able to visit the Russian coastal region that includes Vladivostok with just an electronic visa. As a result, the number of visitors from Japan rose to more than 20,000 in 2018, and in 2019, visitor numbers were on the rise with 1.7 times or 35,000 more visitors than in 2018. Vladivostok is an important city in the development of the Russian Far East, which President Putin has made a key element of the country’s overall development. Following former Japanese Prime Minister Abe’s sharing of his proposed plan for economic cooperation between Russia and Japan with Russia’s President Putin in 2016, various business initiatives are underway in both countries.

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Precious Black Winter Truffles at Elements

Black winter truffle season has arrived at Michelin-starred Elements restaurant where Chef de Cuisine Hans Zahner and his team will be serving up wonderful dishes featuring the treasure known as the Black Diamond of Perigord for the region in France where the richly flavoured delicacy is found.

Widely considered to be among the best in the world, the highly-prized black truffles are harvested in the fecund earth of mountainous woods in Perigord. These truffles have a dark outer skin and a marbled chocolate interior when ripe, giving them an intoxicating nutty or woody aroma that adds great depth of flavour to any dish. Lovers of the fungi can expect a truffle feast prepared with French culinary techniques and Japanese twists. Highlights on the menu at Elements including Challans duck served with salsify (oyster root and kabocha, and famously succulent grilled Satsuma wagyu beef from Kagoshima Prefecture. Servers will also be on hand to present truffles and offer shavings of the precious delicacy to diners at tableside.

Black Winter Truffle dishes are offered at market price. Available at Elements restaurant every Tuesday – Saturday from 19 January – 31 March 2021, 18:00 - 22:30.

Elements Restaurant is located on the 25th floor of The Okura Prestige Bangkok. For more information and reservations, please contact 02 687 9000, or email elements@okurabangkok.com, or book on our website www.okurabangkok.com

The Okura Prestige Bangkok
Park Ventures Ecoplex
57 Wireless Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
T. +66 (0) 2687 9000
F. +66 (0) 2687 9001
www.okurabangkok.com

Website: www.theholidayandtravelmagazine.blogspot.com.au

A MICHELIN Star Shines Brightly at Elements for a Fourth Year

The management of The Okura Prestige Bangkok is pleased to announce that the hotel’s Elements restaurant has been awarded a MICHELIN Star for the fourth consecutive year, once again earning a place in the fourth edition of the MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2021 covering Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket & Phang-nga.

Elements has developed a reputation for serving finely prepared gourmet French cuisine with seasonal Japanese influences. The restaurant is helmed by Chef de Cuisine Hans Zahner, who oversees tasting menus that are refreshed regularly to take full advantage of premium seasonal ingredients from around the world.

Commenting on the award, Mr. Niek Hammer, General Manager of The Okura Prestige Bangkok, said, “Maintaining a MICHELIN star, the despite all the challenges faced this year, is a magnificent accolade for Elements. On behalf of Chef Hans and his team I would like to thank MICHELIN for recognizing that standards at the restaurant remain world-class and that our commitment to quality and a great dining experience continues to be rewarded.”

In addition to MICHELIN recognition, since 2017 Elements has been ranked as one of the top 5 best restaurants in the country by leading luxury lifestyle magazine Thailand Tatler in its annual Thailand Tatler Best Restaurants Dining Guide Awards. “The acknowledgements received from respected publications reflect our commitment to enhancing the guest’s enjoyment of Elements based on the spirit of Kaizen, which is a Japanese word meaning continued improvement, a key part of The Okura Prestige Bangkok’s vision and mission,” Mr Hammer added.

One of only 27 Bangkok restaurants to receive a MICHELIN star in the fourth edition of the MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2021 Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket & Phang-nga, Elements represents new generation lifestyle dining where East meets West with classic ease. The restaurant provides outstanding cuisine in a relaxed and informal atmosphere with the added attraction of an open kitchen that gives diners an up close and personal feel for the skills and expertise of chefs who create culinary theatre at the very heart of the restaurant.

“A MICHELIN star really reflects the dedication of both our culinary and service teams. We work so hard to find the finest ingredients each season from around the world to create one-of-a-kind dishes of a consistently high quality. Our aim is not only to deliver the best cuisine but also to make sure that each guest leaves with the highest satisfaction. Our front-of-house staff does a fantastic job each night to deliver the best service to our guests, whether the visit is to celebrate a special occasion or simply for a relaxed dinner.” said Chef Hans.

Executive Chef Sebastiaan Hoogewerf, added, “Earning praise from the MICHELIN Guide again this year is a wonderful accolade for Elements. It is a testament to the hard work of our kitchen team and front-of-house staff. I would like to thank all for their efforts and I congratulate them. We are going in the right direction with our culinary offerings at The Okura Prestige Bangkok and Elements is leading the way. 2021 promises to be an exciting year for gourmet dining.”

Elements is open for dinner from 18:00 - 22:30 on Tuesday - Saturday.

Elements Restaurant is located on the 25th floor of The Okura Prestige Bangkok. For more information and reservations, please contact 02 687 9000, or email elements@okurabangkok.com, or book on our website www.okurabangkok.com


The Okura Prestige Bangkok
Park Ventures Ecoplex
57 Wireless Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
T. +66 (0) 2687 9000
F. +66 (0) 2687 9001 

Website: www.okurabangkok.co

Website: www.theholidayandtravelmagazine.blogspot.com.au

Nourishing Coconut Retreat at The Okura Spa

Visit The Okura Spa and treat yourself to a blissful Nourishing Coconut Retreat package, the spa package start with a reviving 30-minute body scrub formulated with a therapeutic mix of young coconut pulp and virgin organic coconut oil combined with exfoliating Epsom salts and sugar.

Salt and sugar have been used for centuries in traditional therapies to heal and promote healthy skin and in this wonderfully relaxing treatment the fine grains of the Epsom salts and sugar exfoliate skin with great results. They also have a detoxifying effect and help to balance excessive acid levels in the epidermis.

After the body scrub comes a soothing 60-minute massage also using virgin organic coconut oil extracted from the kernels of young coconuts. Coconut oil has softening and moisturizing properties and is easily absorbed. It contains Lauric and Caprylic acids, which have excellent anti-bacterial attributes and have been shown to have curative properties that help skin suffering from light sunburn to heal quickly. Taken in combination, this is a treatment guaranteed to repair and refresh tired skin and awaken the senses.

Nourishing Coconut Retreat package is available daily at The Okura Spa daily from 10:00 – 22:00, 1 January - 31 March 2021, priced at Baht 2,200++ per person.

The Okura Spa is located on the 25th floor of The Okura Prestige Bangkok. For more information and reservations, please contact 02 687 9000 or email spa@okurabangkok.com

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Festive Feasts & Family Celebrations Christmas at The Okura Prestige Bangkok

This Christmas at The Okura Prestige Bangkok, we invite you, your family and friends to enjoy our sparkling celebrations and gourmet dining at our award-winning venues.

At Yamazato, the hotel’s Michelin Plate signature Japanese restaurant, Master Chef Shigeru Hagiwara celebrates the bounty of the festive season with the exquisite Japanese Gozen lunch, Kaiseki dinner, and Teppanyaki menus at Yamazato Restaurant. Served on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, the special Omakase Gozen lunch choices include delicacies such as simmered scallop, fig and crab meat with bonito guts mixed with egg yolk sauce; seafood soup with eel, salmon, clam and shrimp, tomato with hint of pepper; sashimi of tuna, fatty tuna belly, yellowtail, sea bream, sweet shrimp, and surf clam; grilled Spanish mackerel with mushroom and soy milk cream sauce, shrimp roe and simmered chestnut; assorted tempura with shrimp, oyster, pumpkin, Japanese green pepper and shiitake mushroom; simmered rice with sea bream topped with salmon roe, and a dessert of cheesecake with soy bean powder and matcha sauce.

Diners can also enjoy Kaiseki dinner highlights including seafood soup with shrimp, sea bream, turnip, clam, mushroom, tomato, green vegetable and yuzu; sashimi of fatty tuna belly, tuna, New Caledonian prawn, red snapper, Japanese cockle and striped jack; grilled Sablefish and snow crab with pumpkin and white miso Hollandaise sauce; simmered wagyu, tomato, shitake mushroom, young Japanese pepper buds with Sukini, and starchy soy milk sauce; and lobster and abalone; succulent Satsuma wagyu beef and spicy sashimi salad from the Teppanyaki counter, all created by Master Chef Shigeru Hagiwara to ensure your Christmas at The Okura Prestige Bangkok is one to remember.

Christmas Omakase Gozen lunch is Baht 1,800++ per person, Christmas Omakase Kaiseki dinner is Baht 4,500++ per person and Christmas Omakase Teppanyaki served at the Teppanyaki counter is Baht 7,000++ for 2 persons, available on 24 - 25 December 2020.

Lunch is served from 11:30 -14:30 and dinner from 18:00 - 22:30.

Add gusto this yuletide with the wonderful Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet at Up & Above Restaurant. Festive decorations, a mélange of seasonal favourites and a visit from Santa with presents for the children make it a memorable occasion for the whole family. Buffet highlights include roasted goose and suckling pig porchetta, lamb with herb crust, Australian prime rib, live whole Tuna cutting, fruits du mer, seasonal artisanal cheeses and charcuterie, great desserts and so much more.

This year, make Christmas sparkle for your family and friends at The Okura Prestige Bangkok!

Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet is on 24 December 2020. Price starts from Baht 3,900++ per person. Children 4 – 12 years, Baht 1,000++ per person. Dinner from 18:00 – 22:30.

Indulge in our traditional Christmas Day Brunch, a bounty of seasonal favourites served at table that includes roasted venison, grilled snowfish, smoked eel, black truffle brie cheese and much more besides. Youngsters get to meet Santa Claus too!

Price is Baht 2,900++ per person. Children, 4 - 12 years, Baht 1,000++ per person. Available from 12:00 - 15:00.

Michelin-starred restaurant Elements offers special set menus for Christmas featuring signature French cuisine with Japanese influences on 24 - 25 December 2020.

Indulge family and friends in an unforgettable Christmas dinner of signature French cuisine prepared with Japanese influences by Chef Hans Zahner and his team at Michelin-starred Elements Restaurant. Celebratory choices include Japanese Langoustine, Foie Gras, Hokkaido Scallop, Kobe beef, Pear La France plus sensational petits fours and much more besides to put you in the Yuletide spirit.

6-course tasting menu is served during dinner from 18:00 to 22:30 at Baht 5,900++ per person, including a glass of Champagne or cocktail

FUROSHIKI CHRISTMAS HAMPERS

Christmas is all about giving and gift ideas are made easy at La Pâtisserie with two beautifully wrapped Japanese-inspired Furoshiki Christmas Hampers ideal for family treats or as seasonal gifts. The first—Okura Okurimono—encompasses a selection of wonderful homemade and customized treats including wild honey, Stollen cake, Christmas fruitcake, cookies, chocolate pralines and Okura Yukata. Price at Baht 4,500 net. The second hamper—Erabu Okurimono —offers a do-it-yourself option in which you can select your preferred items from the list of individual toothsome hamper fillers, minimum purchase from Baht 2,900 net.

Furoshiki Christmas Hampers are available for order and pick up at La Pâtisserie on weekdays from 07:00 – 19:00, 15 November 2020 – 15 January 2021.

Pick up on weekends/holidays for Furoshiki Christmas Hampers is on request at Up & Above Restaurant.

For more details about the Christmas Eve and Christmas Day promotions at The Okura Prestige Bangkok, please contact 02 687 9000 or email fbreservations@okurabangkok.com

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Revitalising Lotus Delights at The Okura Spa

Experience two hours of physical and mental bliss with the Lotus Revitalising Package at The Okura Prestige Bangkok’s tranquil spa available from 1 October 2020 – 31 December 2020.

A naturally wonderful way to exfoliate and relax the skin, the treatment starts with a 30-minute lotus loofah gel body scrub using a nourishing extract of apricot seed to leave the skin smooth and supple. The therapy moves on to a 60-minute body massage with sweet almond oil that relieves tired muscles and balances physical and emotional wellbeing.

The rejuvenating experience ends on a high note with a 30-minute foot massage that improves circulation and brings a sense of warmth and comfort to the entire body.

The 120-minute Lotus Revitalising Package is available daily at The Okura Spa from 10:00 – 22:00, 1 October 2020 – 31 December 2020. Price is Baht 4,500++ per person.

The Okura Spa is located on the 25th floor of The Okura Prestige Bangkok. For more information and reservations, please contact 02 687 9000 or email spa@okurabangkok.com

Website: www.theholidayandtravelmagazineblogspot.com.au

The Okura Prestige Bangkok
Park Ventures Ecoplex
57 Wireless Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
T. +66 (0) 2687 9000
F. +66 (0) 2687 9001 www.okurabangkok.com

 

Koyo Confections Mark Autumn’s End at La Pâtisserie

The leaves are changing colour and beginning to fall from the trees heralding late autumn or the season known as Koyo in Japan. It is traditionally a time to take stock and count one’s blessings before the onset of winter, and what better way to do just that than with a reviving cup of premium tea or coffee accompanied by a delicious sweetmeat from the selection of Koyo cakes and pastries available at The Okura Prestige Bangkok’s La Pâtisserie bakery outlet.

Among the delights are kabocha pumpkin cheesecake, musk melon cream roll, pomegranate tart, and a light and zesty mikan orange & chocolate tartlet. These and many other sweet treats and savoury goodies on offer at La Pâtisserie are great solo pick-me-ups or pleasures to be shared with family, friends and colleagues at any time of the day.

Koyo Confections are available Mondays – Fridays, 07:00 – 19:00, from 1 October – 30 December 2020. Priced from Baht 160 net per piece.

La Pâtisserie is located on the ground floor, Park Ventures Ecoplex. Open Monday – Friday from 07:00 – 19:00. For more information, please contact 02 687 9000 or email lapatisserie@okurabangkok.com

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The Okura Prestige Bangkok
57 Witthayu Rd, Khwaeng Lumphini, Khet Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand
https://www.okurabangkok.com/

ROSS AND SUNNY LUSTED RETURN TO SYDNEY’S DINING SCENE WITH WOODCUT AT CROWN SYDNEY

Crown Sydney

Sydney dining’s award-winning couple, chef Ross Lusted and Sunny Lusted, are set to open their latest restaurant, Woodcut, in Sydney’s most exciting new dining precinct at Crown Sydney which opens December 2020.

Woodcut will provide Sydneysiders with a unique dining experience that celebrates Australian produce and cooking with wood, charcoal and steam. This concept was inspired by Ross and Sunny’s travels and the memories evoked by meals cooked in a slow wood burning oven or over an open fire, and the earthy flavours it creates.

Authenticity and simple flavours will be celebrated at Woodcut. Diners can expect dishes prepared in wood and charcoal grills, wood ovens and steam kettles. “This earthy and sensory cooking method will be at the heart of the Woodcut experience. Imagine whole John Dory in a cast iron pan straight from the wood oven, Queensland mud crab cooked in steam kettles or the rich and earthy flavours of duck slow cooked in clay pots.” says Woodcut chef and owner Ross Lusted.

While still in the process of finalising their highly anticipated menu, the duo has confirmed that the menu will change daily. Local produce will also play a star role, including Bruny Island Mussels, Fraser Island Spanner Crabs, O’Connor Beef, Maremma wild raised ducks, Camden Valley Veal and Malfroy’s Honey from the Blue Mountains.

From the moment guests enter the restaurant, they will be drawn to an experiential and ever-changing display of produce hand-picked by the chefs. The vertical salad wall will include vegetables and herbs, which chefs will pick directly from as they prepare their dishes.

“Diners will be able to watch chefs delicately smoke Blue Mountains pine mushrooms over ash or sit at the seafood counter where you might learn how to shuck a sea urchin while enjoying raw and cooked local seafood on ice. One of my greatest joys is watching our chefs and guests interact,” Lusted adds. 

According to Sunny Lusted, one of the most important aspects of dining is the experience itself. “We want guests to feel excited by the environment and theatre of our three open kitchens; each centred on their own cooking method and anchored by counter dining where guests will have a front row seat to “the show”. Woodcut is a restaurant we feel both Sydneysiders and travellers will gravitate to and
claim as their own.” 

Ross Lusted is a chef, restauranteur and sculptor and has a lifelong passion for ceramics, art, design and architecture. Ross is celebrated as one of the most original chefs in Australia and has been honoured as Chef of the Year by Sydney Morning Herald’s Good Food Guide and The Australian’s Hottest Chef in Australia. Sunny Lusted has two decades of experience in the luxury hotel and resort business and over the past decade also as an acclaimed Sydney restauranteur.

The duo most recently owned and operated The Bridge Room from 2011 to 2019, one of Sydney’s most acclaimed and loved restaurants. Under their direction The Bridge Room attracted a myriad of accolades including Sydney Morning Herald’s Good Food Guide Restaurant of the Year and The Australian’s Hottest Restaurant in Australia award, in addition to being named on virtually every top 100 restaurant list around the country since opening.

According to Crown Sydney’s Chief Operating Officer, Peter Crinis, the husband and wife team  encapsulates the fresh innovation at the heart of the Sydney food scene. “Ross and Sunny’s return to Sydney’s dining scene is something many local foodies have no doubt been anticipating, and we are proud that they’ll be calling Crown Sydney home,” says Peter Crinis, Crown Sydney’s Chief Operating Officer. “Ross has made an impact on the food culture of this city over the years. Woodcut bolsters the line-up we have in store for Sydneysiders at Crown Sydney.”

As Sydney’s first luxury resort in Barangaroo, Crown Sydney will provide the ultimate in curated dining experiences. Visitors and Sydneysiders alike will have access to an unprecedented array of luxurious offerings all overlooking one of the world’s most enviable views when Crown Sydney opens its doors in December 2020. The Barangaroo property will include 349 hotel rooms and suites, luxury residential apartments, 14 signature restaurants and bars, premium retail outlets, pool and spa
facilities and more.

ABOUT ROSS AND SUNNY LUSTED
Ross Lusted is a chef, restauranteur and sculptor and has a lifelong passion for ceramics, art, design and architecture. Ross is celebrated as one of the most original chefs in Australia and has been honoured as Chef of the Year by Sydney Morning Herald’s Good Food Guide and The Australian’s Hottest Chef in Australia. Sunny Lusted has two decades of experience in the luxury hotel and resort business and over the past decade also as an acclaimed Sydney restauranteur.

The duo most recently owned and operated The Bridge Room from 2011 to 2019, one of Sydney’s most acclaimed and loved restaurants. Under their direction The Bridge Room attracted a myriad of accolades including Sydney Morning Herald’s Good Food Guide Restaurant of the Year and The Australian’s Hottest Restaurant in Australia award, in addition to being named on virtually every top 100 restaurant list around the country since opening.