Anantara Layan Phuket Resort invites guests to experience DARA Cuisine Phuket’s Cosmic Culinary Journey, an innovative series celebrating the artistry of Michelin-starred chefs, Thailand’s rich culinary heritage, and the creative brilliance of Chef Hong, DARA’s resident culinary visionary.
The resort proudly announced the grand opening of DARA Cuisine Phuket and Sky Observatory in April 2024, a one-of-a-kind venue blending modern Thai dining with celestial exploration. Nestled within the serene Anantara Layan Phuket Resort, DARA (meaning "star" in Thai) features a grill-focused menu highlighting seasonal ingredients, guided stargazing paired with celestial-inspired cocktails, and interactive Thai cooking classes. Honoring Thailand’s culinary heritage and Andaman seafarers who navigated by the stars, DARA offers daily experiences, including cooking classes from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm, dinner service from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm, and stargazing with drinks from 6:00 pm to midnight.
Launching this December, DARA’s Cosmic Culinary Journey features a stellar lineup of Michelin-starred chefs from Bangkok, Hanoi, and Phuket, collaborating with Chef Hong to create exclusive, six-course menus. Together, they celebrate local produce and southern Thai flavors through dishes that blend tradition, innovation, and artistry.
- January 25-26, 2025: Chef “Oat” Nattaphon Othanawathakij (HEH Phuket, Rising Star Chef by Tatler Dining, Michelin-selected 2025)
- April 6-7, 2025: Chef Sam Tran (Gia, Hanoi, Vietnam, Michelin Young Chef Award, 1 Michelin Star 2023, 2024)
“DARA represents the perfect harmony of innovation and tradition,” says Frederic Varnier, Vice President Operations – Thailand South Minor Hotels. “With DARA’s Cosmic Culinary Journey, we’re offering a dining experience that is not only world-class but also uniquely rooted in Thailand’s culture and natural beauty.”
Seats for this exclusive culinary series are limited. For details on DARA Cuisine Phuket and Sky Observatory or reservations, please visit www.daracuisinephuket.com or contact: +66 76 317200 | dara.alay@anantara.com
Dining Pricing for December 13 and 14, 2024: Cosmic Culinary Journey: THB 5,500++ per person Additional Wine Pairing: THB 1,600++ per person. Experience a stellar blend of tradition, innovation, and celestial wonder with DARA.
About Minor Hotels
Minor Hotels is a global leader in the hospitality industry with over 560 hotels, resorts and branded residences across 57 countries. The group crafts innovative and insightful experiences through its eight hotel brands – Anantara, Avani, Elewana Collection, NH, NH Collection, nhow, Oaks and Tivoli – and a diverse portfolio of restaurants and bars, travel experiences and spa and wellness brands. With over four decades of expertise, Minor Hotels builds stronger brands, fosters lasting partnerships, and drives business success by always focusing on what matters most to our guests, team members and partners.
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