News
Trends
Celebrities
Interviews
Jet Set Pet
Suite Dreams
Top 5
Weekend Away
Specials
Family Vacation Packages
Romantic & Honeymoon Packages
Spa & Wellness Packages
Destination Weddings
Girls Getaways
Spring Specials
Summer Specials
Winter Specials
Destinations
Articles
Hotels
Hot Hotel Openings
Beach & Island Resorts
5-Star City Hotels
Adventure & Eco Lodges
Boutique City Hotels
Country House Hotels
Family Resorts
Romantic Retreats
Guest Ranches
Safari Camps & Lodges
Golf Resorts & Lodges
Spa Resorts & Wellness Retreats
Ski Resorts & Lodges
Wine Country Getaways
Villas
Beach Villas
Country Villas
Golf Villas
Ski Villas
Villas
Residences
Trips/Cruises
Cruises & Yachting
Rail Journeys
Ultimate Adventures
Private Jet Travel
Safaris
Family Travel
Travel Tips
Business Travel
Airline News
Arts/Culture
Events
Food/Wine
Restaurants
Bars & Nightclubs
Afternoon Tea
Coffee
Culinary Travel
Wine Travel
Spa/Sport
Spa & Wellness Retreats
Yoga & Hiking
Golf Getaways
Ski Vacations
Shop/Style
Gift Guide
Beach and Resortwear
Beauty and Fragrance
Books
Fashion
Home Style
Luggage and Handbags
Luxury Autos
Men's Style
Travel Essentials
Watches & Jewelry
Wine and Spirits
World's Most Expensive
Home Page
News
Sip, Savor and Indulge Around the World With Raffles Hotels & Resorts
April 21, 2016
Guests will be inspired to banish the diets and cleanses to another day and indulge in some of these pleasure inducing treats. As Ms. Child would say, “We should enjoy food and have fun. It is one of the simplest and nicest pleasures in life.” Raffles simply could not agree more.
Nobu comes to Paris…
Le Royal Monceau, Raffles Paris
is thrilled to welcome Matsuhisa Paris at Le Royal Monceau, the only restaurant in France for the world-renowned Chef Nobu Matsuhisa. Open since March and already garnering fabulous reviews and international acclaim, executive chef Hideki Endo and his team of sushi masters bring Nobu’s exclusive vision of Japanese-Peruvian cuisine into the Parisian landscape. The extensive and original menu offers guests an innovative culinary experience with a fine-tuned array of Nobu’s legendary signature dishes including Albacore Tuna Sashimi with Jalapeño Peppers and Black Cod with Miso.
These shoes are made for noshing… Two powerhouse brands,
Raffles Dubai
and Manolo Blahnik, have joined forces to roll out the red carpet for a new afternoon tea that fashionistas will simply adore. Served in the sublime setting of Raffles Salon from 1 April to 31 October 2016, the themed afternoon tea incorporates the essence of Manolo Blahnik’s hand-crafted signature designs, including the iconic Hangisi pumps. Some of the delightful treats include peach praline chocolate stilettos, blueberry blushers, a hat stand made with panna cotta and sour cherries and of course, flutes of champagne. Six fortunate tea-time guests will walk out with their very own pair of Manolo Blahnik shoes, to be raffled away during this exclusive limited engagement.
Oh my, is it Gin O’Clock already….? It could very well be so in Cambodia, where the talented mixologists at the Writers Bar at
Raffles Hotel Le Royal, Phnom Penh
(pictured) are always happy to guide guests on a little
gin-venture
. With 40 different gins and gin-fusions, guests may experience the true range of gin with a gin flight, creative gin & tonic variations and a myriad of gin based cocktails. One of the most popular choices remains the ever-classic Raffles Resident Gin & Tonic, made with the incomparable Raffles 1915 Sipsmith gin. Partake in one at Gin O’Clock when enticing arrays of tapas are available for pairing with one’s tipple.
Speaking of Julia Child, that doyenne of cooking instruction… Release one’s inner Julia and learn to cook the finest dishes of Cambodian cuisine with a Royal Khmer Cooking Class. Available at
Raffles Hotel Le Royal, Phnom Penh
and
Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor,
guests also have the opportunity to sit back and leave the cooking in the hands of the professionals. The Royal Khmer Tasting Menu reveals the intricate flavors of this national cuisine. In preparation, Raffles chefs follow the ancient traditions of the Royal Palace kitchen and use recipes passed down by the royal household.
The ultimate bespoke experience…
Raffles Makati
brings guests behind the bar, with private mixology lessons at the hotel’s signature Long Bar. The perfect opportunity for one-on-one collaboration with Manila’s top mixologists, guests are guided through the creation of their very own signature cocktails. Next, an intimate five-star dining experience within the comfort of a luxurious Executive Suite, Presidential Suite or an al fresco poolside soirée, becomes even more special with a custom-designed menu, courtesy of the hotel’s esteemed executive chef and his expert team of master chefs.
Where worlds collide… With a view overlooking two continents, guests of
Raffles Istanbul
may be forgiven for feeling as if they have stumbled upon an old-world secret or two, particularly once they have sampled the Long Bar’s Secrets & Botanics Cocktail Collection. Inspired by the ancient tales of legendary lost cities, these cocktails combine old and new world flavors with perfect balance. Take a trip to the sunken kingdoms of Wales with “The Road of Legend”, mixed with apple vodka, Safari liqueur and home-made cinnamon syrup. The “Atlantis” will give you a taste of that mythical island on the first sip of rum, green tea and essence of basil. To really heat things up, sip the “Cibola” a concoction of tequila, mango and jalapeno; created as a tribute to one of the Seven Cities of Gold.
Step back in time… The glamorous era of 1920s Europe is evoked at
Raffles Beijing
, when French style and cuisine were the height of sophistication. Jaan restaurant is a cultured setting for memorable dining and social soirées, just as it was in the 1920s. Jaan’s soaring ceilings, original timber-sprung dance floor and majestic French windows overlooking Chang An Avenue evoke the original atmosphere of the hotel, which opened in 1917 as the capital’s finest meeting place for Chinese and foreign dignitaries. The menu at Jaan highlights executive chef Cyrille Mollé’s modern French bistro classics, created with the finest imported and local seasonal ingredients. Diners can savour France’s most cherished dishes, such as the nine-hour slow cooked duck leg confit with orange gastrique sticky jus, parsley baby potatoes and cabbage fondue ballotine.
Raffles Hotels & Resorts is a luxury hotel brand with an illustrious history dating back to 1887 when the world-renowned Raffles opened its doors in Singapore. Today, the remarkable collection includes twelve extraordinary properties in locations as diverse as Paris, Istanbul, and the Seychelles, with many more in development in exciting destinations such as Warsaw and Jeddah. Whether it’s a secluded resort or a lively city-center, each Raffles promises an oasis of calm and charm and a compelling mix of cultures and styles, and has its very own story to tell. Part of FRHI Hotels & Resorts, a leading global company that also operates the Fairmont and Swissôtel brands, Raffles is proud to draw on the timeless essence of Raffles – to deliver thoughtful, personal and discreet service to well-travelled guests. For more information or reservations, please visit
raffles.com
.
Like Us
Facebook
Follow Us
Twitter
Follow us
Instagram
Sign-up for Our Email Newsletter
FIND A LUXURY HOTEL & BOOK WITH EXCLUSIVE PERKS!
Andorra
Anguilla
Antigua & Barbuda
Argentina
Australia
Austria
Azerbaijan
Bahamas
Bahrain
Barbados
Belgium
Belize
Bermuda
Bhutan
Botswana
Brazil
British Virgin Islands
Brunei Darussalam
Cambodia
Canada
Cayman Islands
Chile
China
Colombia
Cook Islands
Costa Rica
Croatia
Curacao
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Dominica
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
Egypt
England
Estonia
Ethiopia
Fiji Islands
Finland
France
French Polynesia
Galapagos
Germany
Greece
Grenada
Guadeloupe
Guatemala
Honduras
Hungary
Iceland
India
Indonesia
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Jamaica
Japan
Jordan
Kenya
Kuwait
Laos
Latvia
Lebanon
Luxembourg
Madagascar
Malawi
Malaysia
Maldives
Malta
Martinique
Mauritius
Mexico
Monaco
Mongolia
Montenegro
Morocco
Mozambique
Myanmar
Namibia
Nepal
Netherlands
Netherlands Antilles
New Caledonia
New Zealand
Nicaragua
Norway
Oman
Panama
Papua New Guinea
Peru
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Puerto Rico
Qatar
Russia
Scotland
Seychelles
Singapore
Slovakia
South Africa
Spain
Sri Lanka
St Vincent & the Grenadines
St. Barthelemy
St. Kitts & Nevis
St. Lucia
St. Martin
Sweden
Switzerland
Taiwan
Tanzania
Thailand
Turkey
Turks & Caicos
U.S. Virgin Islands
Uganda
Ukraine
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
United States
Uruguay
Vanuatu
Vietnam
Wales
Zambia
Zimbabwe
Beach
City
Coastal
Countryside
Desert
Golf Course
Island
Jungle
Lakeside
Mountains
Remote
Waterfront
Wilderness
Adventure/Eco/Nature
Culture
Business Meeting
Casino/Gambling
Food & Wine
Family Vacation
Golf Getaway
Pet Friendly
Romantic Getaway
Safari
Scuba Diving
Shopping & Fashion
Ski Vacation
Spa & Wellness
Villas
Wedding
Wineries / Wine Tasting
Luxury Partners
Villa Lala — Romantic Boutique Hotel in Puerto Vallarta
Cabo Platinum - Cabo San Lucas Luxury Villas, Yachts & Concierge Services
Villa Firenze - Costa Rica Luxury Villa Rental
JUP - Personal Service for Buying and Selling Real Estate in Jupiter, Florida
Polaris Slingshot - A three-wheeled sensation that re-ignites your love for driving
Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa - Rancho Santa Fe, California - One of the West’s most sought-after five star resorts
Tuscan Dream - Immerse Yourself in the Tuscan Villa Vacation Experience
Grand Hotel Portovenere - Cinque Terre - Discover this beautiful region of Italy!
Dude Ranchers Association - An all-inclusive vacation experience like no other
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel - Santa Barbara, California - Experience timeless Californian glamor.
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa - Poipu, Kauai, Hawaii - Beachfront Resort
Culture, Spirituality, and Wellness in Japan's Tochigi Prefecture
Blue Waters Resort & Spa - Antigua - A hidden gem nestled in a private bay on Antigua's northwestern coast with sunset views
A.M.A Selections - Luxury Villa Rentals throughout Europe
Live Aqua Beach Resort Cancun, Mexico - Adults Only, All Inclusive
Argentario Golf & Wellness Resort - Porto Ercole, Tuscany, Italy
Porto Zante Villas & Spa - Zakynthos, Greece - The leading villa resort in Europe