Experiencing authentic local cuisine has always been an important reason to travel – and now people are more eager than ever to taste new flavours and discover new cultures.
This month we’re highlighting culinary inspiration from Four Seasons destinations in Hong Kong, London, Punta Mita and Sharm El Sheikh. It’s also a chance to show off their latest renovations and expansion plans!
Hidden on a stunning stretch of Pacific coastline on the Riviera Nayarit, Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita is part of an ultra-luxurious private community, just 45 minutes from Puerto Vallarta International Airport. Boasting easy access and glamorous atmosphere, this beachfront hideaway is just as well known for excellence in cuisine.
Just last year, this expansive 21-hectare (52-acre) resort completed a multi-year, multi-million dollar renovation. Guests can now enjoy newly reimagined casita-style guest rooms and suites, along with well-appointed private villas and beach homes. For relaxation, there’s a choice of sprawling beaches and swimming pools, restorative treatments at Apuane Spa and friendly competition on the two Jack Nicklaus-designed golf courses. There are also extensive programs for kids and teens.
With 10 open-air restaurants and bars on-site, the Resort provides many culinary options, including a toes-in-the-sand experience at Bahía by Richard Sandoval, new plant-based vegan bowls by Chef Leslie Durso at Tamai, and the signature Dos Catrinas restaurant, where the bar stocks over 200 types of tequila. But there are many other ways your clients can discover authentic Mexican flavours from a menu of special experiences:
• SEA FORAGING: Guests wade into the waters just off the Resort’s beaches to collect seaweed, sea urchins and octopus with their own two hands. Executive Chef Jorge Gonzalez shares his culinary insights during the activity and then prepares a private dinner using the foraged finds.
• CATCH OF THE DAY: Three times a week, guests can meet a Four Seasons chef on the beach to choose from a variety of fresh seafood delivered on a local fishing boat. The chef then prepares the selections just as requested.
• MEXICAN SPIRITS FLIGHT: It’s not only Mezcal and Tequila in the world of Mexican spirits. In this tasting experience, guests can discover diverse drinks from different parts of the country, paired with snacks to clear the palate. Among the selections:
• SPEARFISHING ADVENTURE: Guests can set sail for a day of spearfishing for mahi mahi. Back at the Resort, a Four Seasons chef will expertly prepare their catch in one of the restaurants – or in their own private villa.
• OCTOPUS CATCH & COOK: In this signature Punta Mita activity, certified diving instructors teach free-diving and octopus fishing techniques, then escort guests on an off-shore expedition. The chef then transforms their catch into signature Mexican octopus dishes.
• TEQUILA BLENDING EXPERIENCE: Guests join Enrique Alejos, the Four Seasons Punta Mita Cultural Concierge, to learn about the five tastes and 50 aromas of Tequila. They then put what they learned to use by creating a personal blend of Tequila from local barrels. It’s a one-of-a-kind souvenir to bring home.
To book any of these experiences for your clients, simply contact the Concierge Team by email at concierge.puntamita@fourseasons.com or phone +52 329 291 6000. When making reservations for their stay, consider the special Fifth Night Free offer.
For Preferred Partner enquiries, use this dedicated email address: pp.puntamita@fourseasons.com.
On the southern coast of Egypt, where the Sinai Desert meets the Red Sea, Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh has been a favourite of sunseekers since opening nearly 20 years ago – and it’s always been renowned for superior cuisine.
Now a major expansion and enhancement project is doubling the size of the Resort, growing from 22 hectares (54 acres) to 44 hectares (109 acres). When the enhancements are complete in late 2021, guest accommodations will increase by 115, bringing the total offering to 169 guest rooms and a remarkable 146 suites and chalets, including 28 new one- and two-bedroom suites – 13 boasting private pools. The new beachfront top-level suite, the Palace, spans 565 square metres (6,000 square feet).
In addition to a kilometre of private beachfront, there will be new swimming pools, an all-new Spa and fitness facility, a new PADI dive centre, an all-new children’s club, and a large conference centre for meetings and destination weddings for up to 2,000 guests. For a full list of enhancements, click here.
Five new dining outlets are adding to the Resort’s culinary offerings, bringing the total to 12 destinations. New dining experiences include Zitouni, serving authentic Lebanese dishes, a stylish Italian restaurant, and a pan-Asian concept featuring a teppanyaki bar.
Your clients can also request the following fully personalized experiences, creating unforgettable highlights to their stay:
• BEDOUIN BEACHFRONT BREAKFAST: Inspired by the nomadic Bedouins of the Arabian desert, this unique experience lets your clients share an authentic Bedouin breakfast, served in a secluded beach cove with panoramic views of Tiran Island. With Bedouin theme decorations and clothing, our team serves up a selection of the most delicious Egyptian breakfast dishes. Follow up with a Sinai Desert Safari, exploring the landscape by camel, horseback or quad bikes – all just 20 minutes from the Resort.
• RED SEA CRUISE WITH A FOUR SEASONS CHEF ON BOARD: With abundant reefs, colourful fish and historic shipwrecks, the Red Sea is a spectacular playground for both divers and snorkellers. There are 76 recognized dive sites within a day’s boat ride of Sharm El Sheikh – many of them only a few minutes from the Resort. From our on-property dive centre, your clients set forth on a luxury yacht for a classic cruise. Upon request, a butler and culinary team are ready to provide excellent service, while a Four Seasons chef crafts fresh, mouthwatering dishes. It’s the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion.
To organize these activities, contact the Resort’s Concierge team: concierge.sharmelsheikh@fourseasons.com.
For Preferred Partner enquiries, use this dedicated email address: pp.sharmelsheikh@fourseasons.com.
For clients who love great cuisine, Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong is a legendary destination – home to three restaurants that have earned a total of eight stars, the most Michelin stars to be found in one hotel, anywhere in the world.
• Lung King Heen, the world’s first Chinese restaurant to win three Michelin stars, has taken home three stars for 13 consecutive years. Overseeing this pursuit of excellence is Chinese Executive Chef Chan Yan Tak and Restaurant Manager Jacky Cheung.
• A Four Seasons temple of French fine dining, Caprice has again received the coveted three-star accolade. The restaurant is led by Chef Guillaume Galliot and Restaurant Director Samuel Vouilloux.
• Earning two Michelin stars is Sushi Saito – the first overseas location of the famed Tokyo restaurant – featuring renowned sushi master Masashi Kubota.
Now the Hotel is expanding its dining options as part of a new period of transformation. In May 2021, an enhanced lobby area was revealed, along with enhanced guest rooms and suites. Phase two brings the arrival of two new restaurant outlets, further strengthening the Hotel’s position as a global mecca for fine dining and drinking.
• ARGO: Taking its name from the myth of Jason and the Argonauts and their journey of discovery, ARGO is a cocktail bar that celebrates innovation in the world of fine drinking. Enveloped by views of Victoria Harbour, the interior design is based on a conservatory, with sweeping architectural curves and a mesmerizing centre-stage bar. Expect unique ingredients and unusual preparation methods, as ARGO focuses on how the world around us shapes the way we eat and drink. It was recently named the coolest bar in the world by Time Out.
• GALLERY: Designed with warm, inviting flair, Gallery is a cozy living room space focused around the Hotel’s grand spiral staircase. The menu offers comfort food with local flair and a beverage program that showcases the finest coffee and tea. A daily highlight is the Afternoon Treat, focused on beautifully presented East and West tea-time treats.
When your clients visit Hong Kong, they’ll find the world’s finest cuisine executed at the highest level – all right here at Four Seasons. Encourage them to taste every star! To learn more about the new bar and dining experiences at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, click here. For restaurant reservations, please contact the concierge team.
For direct assistance, your Preferred Partner contact is Terence Fu, Sales Manager: +852-3196 8312 or terence.fu@fourseasons.com.
Dazzle your clients with an unforgettable trip to London, including stays at both of our Four Seasons hotels – giving two totally different experiences of the British capital. Highlight their itinerary with unique culinary adventures in each location.
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL LONDON AT PARK LANE
In the heart of Mayfair, right across from Hyde Park, Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane offers the ultimate West End location. It’s just steps to shopping in Bond Street and Knightsbridge, and minutes to the West End theatre district. Offering classic warmth and contemporary design, the Hotel is famous for its sleek rooftop Spa and the atmospheric outdoor restaurant, On The Terrace. To add a special highlight to your clients’ stay, suggest these delicious activities:
• PICNIC IN A ROYAL PARK: Let our Four Seasons prepare a classic picnic hamper to savour in the leafy greenery of a nearby royal park. There are three within strolling distance of the Hotel – Hyde Park, The Green Park and St. James’s Park – and they’re equally appealing in spring, summer and autumn. Guests can select either the classic hamper with savoury snacks and macarons from Pierre Hermé Paris, or the luxury offering complete with afternoon tea and their own picnic butler on hand to set the perfect scene. Each hamper includes a bottle of Dom Pérignon rosé champagne. It’s perfect for a leisurely lunch with friends or a romantic afternoon with a loved one.
• DOM PÉRIGNON: THE ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE: Your clients can enjoy an exclusive Dom Pérignon pairing menu, choosing from a range of options: The Original Creation, The Second Life, The Thrill of Pinot Noir, or The Ultimate Experience. Menus are available year-round at On The Terrace, which is transformed seasonally into the cozy Winter Terrace, complete with heating, blankets and festive décor for Christmas.
For dining reservations at Park Lane, please contact: amaranto.lon@fourseasons.com.
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL LONDON AT TEN TRINITY SQUARE
Just 20 minutes from Park Lane, Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square gives a totally different experience, set within a 1920s architectural landmark. The central City location is just steps to the Tower of London, Tower Bridge and the River Thames. It’s an easy stroll to the Tate Modern, Borough Market and St. Paul’s Cathedral, as well as vibrant districts such as Spitalfields, Hoxton and Shoreditch. The Hotel is also a culinary landmark, featuring La Dame de Pic London by Anne-Sophie Pic, the two Michelin-starred French chef, and Mei Ume, serving traditional Chinese and Japanese dishes with a modern approach. You can suggest even more culinary discoveries for your clients:
• THE CHÂTEAU LATOUR EXPERIENCE: Guests can enjoy a private wine tasting hosted by award-winning Four Seasons sommelier, Jan Konetzki. They can sample their choice of 45 wines by the glass, including the prestigious Grand Vin de Château Latour 1982 and carefully selected vintages direct from the cellars of the estate. The tasting unfolds within the Ten Trinity Square Private Club, an ultra-luxurious sanctuary created in partnership with Château Latour. Visiting this beautiful venue is a memorable experience in itself.
• SUSHI-MAKING MASTERCLASS: Guests can enjoy a private sushi-making masterclass hosted by Mei Ume’s Head Sushi Chef, who shows guests how to prepare and cut different types of fish and then use special techniques to create various types of sushi. This can be combined with a sake pairing by Mei Ume’s very own Sake Sommelier.
For dining reservations at Ten Trinity Square, please contact: diningreservations.tri@fourseasons.com.
All of the above experiences are subject to availability.
For Preferred Partner enquiries, use these dedicated email addresses: pp.london@fourseasons.com and pp.tentrinity@fourseasons.com.
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