POSH HOTELS haute cuisines AUTUMN 2012
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AEOLIAN ISLANDS From Bora Bora Islands to Turks & Caicos arrive at Cannes
World’s Most Sensationally Spoiling Spas
Alva Park Costa Brava the autumn destination
NEW ARRIVAL ROOM VIEW
Gardening be inspired
Autumn feeling
World of Taste
POSH HOTELS Haute Cuisines AUTUMN 2012 Issue
in this issue Welcome to POSH HOTELS - HAUTE CUISINES magazine
Dear Friends, We are so happy that our previous Summer Issue had so much success and this happened because of YOU! As Autumn is already here, explore some of our suggestive properties and great ideas either to begin the season or to expand little more the summer season, as in some places the sun still shines ... Dream getaways, plan changes, travel! Warm greetings! Posh Hotels - Haute Cuisines Team
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Highlights
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Ideal Weekend
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My Notebook
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New Arrival
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World of Taste
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The Autumn Destination
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World’s Spas
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Room View
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Travel to … Aeolian Islands
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Deco Notes
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Gardening
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Afternoon Tea
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The Library
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Hidden Luxury
www.visitmaldives.com
highlights Passion Grill By Angsana Balaclava
Shangri-La Hotel, Xian • China Shangri-La Hotel, Xian, presents the most impressive range of dining options in Xian. The restaurants Siam Garden, Tian Xiang Ge and Yi Café offer a choice of Cantonese, Japanese and European cuisines. See and be seen at these trendsetting designer venues, where celebrated chefs showcase their culinary magic for your indulgence. For a private getaway, simple relaxation or that important business discussion, Lobby Lounge provides the perfect setting.
Located just steps away from the Turtle Bay beach, the Passion Grill is a classic grill restaurant set on a timber deck by the poolside serving BBQ specialties, fresh local seafood, fish, mussels, oysters, lobsters and perennial favorites such as pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, light snacks, fresh and crisp salads and much more. The open grill kitchen allows you to interact with the Chef while your tailored grilled dish is being prepared. Or simply succumb to holiday mode and enjoy your meal in the semi-submerged seat in our laguna pool. Angsana Balaclava T +230 204 1888 E balaclava@angsana.com
Shangri-La Hotel, Xian••China T: 804.438.4489 E: dining@tidesinn.com
Tiki Bar & Restaurant is Back! By Grand Hotel Excelsior
The Aroma of fresh fish and sizzling Rib Eye Steaks gently grilled while the Pastry Chef’s creations patiently await your dessert. Enjoying the diverse Cocktails or sipping on a chilled wine or champagne.
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Grand Hotel Excelsior T +356 2125 0520 E info@excelsior.com.mt
highlights Lily Beach Resort & Spa
Angsana Spa Ihuru Attain wellness across your spiritual, mental and physical being. The holistic therapies rejuvenate you from within. In 1994, the Banyan Tree Phuket pioneered the tropical garden spa by introducing Oriental therapies that focus on spiritual, mental and physical harmony. Angsana Spa Ihuru distils these practices passed down the generations. Get pampered by experienced therapists in the backdrop of palm-fringed beaches and crystal-clear waters. ANGSANA SPA IHURU T. +96 0664 3502 E. spa-maldives@angsana.com
Lily Beach Resort & Spa enjoys a great worldwide reputation for its pristine beaches, lush tropical vegetation and the exotic house-reef just few meters away from the shore. The favorable location in the spectacular Ari Atoll places Huvahendhoo island in close proximity to some of the most amazing dive sites in the world. Aesthetically appointed with breath-taking glass floor, the Deluxe Water Villa features a combination of natural wood and marble interiors, direct access to the lagoon and uncompromised view of the endless blue horizon. LILY BEACH RESORT & SPA E. reservations@lilybeachmaldives.com
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Board on a minitour around the world: 3DAYS full of experiences. . . in a idealweekend DAY I
Le Meridien, Bora Bora Islands
ARRIVAL:
at Le Meridien Bora Bora, E rez@lemeridien-tahiti.pf
GUESTROOM:
the Overwater Bungalow
BREAKFAST:
daily themed buffets, at Le TipaniĂŠ Restaurant
ACTIVITIES:
visit the Bora Bora Turtle Center, opportunity to meet marine turtles
SPA:
a traditional Polynesian massage, 50min 15.000cfp /person
DINNER:
a revised French Cuisine enhanced with a tropical twist, at Le Tiare Restaurant
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Ideal Weekend DAY II
Seven Stars Resort, Turks and Caicos Islands
ARRIVAL:
at Seven Stars Resort, E reservations@sevenstarsgracebay.com
GUESTROOM:
the Ocean View One-Bedroom Suite
BREAKFAST:
is served in the comfort of your room
ACTIVITIES:
sunset cruise with champagne, rum punch, beers and soft Drinks
SPA:
pre natal full body massage, 60 min $130,00/person
DINNER:
island's freshest seafood, at Seven restaurant
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Board on a minitour around the world: 3DAYS full of experiences. . . in a idealweekend DAY III
Hotel Chateau de La Tour, Cannes
ARRIVAL:
at Hotel Chateau de La Tour, E reservation@hotelchateaudelatour.com
GUESTROOM:
the deluxe room, from â‚Ź205,00/room/night
BREAKFAST:
breakfast buffet
ACTIVITIES:
walking to the beach, ten minutes away from the hotel
SPA:
treatments & massages by Gemology brand
DINNER:
to the restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean sea, close to the hotel
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Culinary Experiences at Anse Chastanet
Some of the best dining in Soufriere and St. Lucia can be found at Anse Chastanet. An enticing selection of menus is available in a number of intimate hillside and beachside locations and also, you can pre-book private dining arrangements at the water's edge on Anse Chastanet beach or in spa cottage Kai Mer overlooking the Caribbean. Whether you fancy fine tropical Caribbean Cuisine, exotic Creole flavors, or simple grilled fare, you will find it available and more. And of course, all of kitchen receive organic produce from resort’s farm Emerald's in the Soufriere hills. Anse Chastanet Resort - St. Lucia, T: 758 459 7000 10 POSH HOTELS Haute Cuisines Autumn 2012
The Overnight Gourmet Break Stay any night of the week in one of 14 magnificent, individually styled rooms, Relax and enjoy a half bottle of Louis Roederer Brut Premier & canapĂŠs as an aperitif Followed by a 5-course Seasonal gourmet menu. Wake up to a tradition English Breakfast or choose alternatives from the extensive menu plus, take home a personally signed menu. Northcote Manor - UK, T: +44 01254 240555
The Complete Spa Experience by the Old Government House Hotel
MY NOTEBOOK GREATIDEAS F ORTRAVEL live the experience...
Escape with your partner or friend to a small island! Two nights in a beautifully appointed room or suite, Return taxi transfers between the airport and hotel, traditional English or Continental breakfast each morning, one three course Dinner for two in The Brasserie A half day Spa package per person in the Hotel’s own Spa which includes a Darphin Introductory Facial, a Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage and either Coffee and Pastries or a Cream Tea served in the Sir John Coward Lounge. Free fitness assessment and 10% discount on any other beauty treatments in The Spa. Complimentary use of the gym, spa pools, sauna and steam room. The Old Government House Hotel - UK T: +44 1481 724921
Abama Total Wellness 3 nights in a Double Deluxe room with Resort View, Daily Buffet Breakfast in La Veranda Restaurant, Upgrade to Villa Deluxe room with Resort View, Private Buggy during the length of the stay (subject to availability), Dinner in Restaurant El Mirador (excluding beverages) Late Check-out (subject to availability). Abama Golf & Spa, Tenerife T: +34 902 105 600 Autumn 2012 POSH HOTELS Haute Cuisines 11
New Arrival
Striking the perfect balance of seclusion without solitude, Monastero Santa Rosa allows you to determine the tone of your stay, whether you’re looking to disappear for an intimate getaway or gather with the group and make new acquaintances.
The spiritual enchantment of the transformed monastery remains ever present in the luxuriously converted 20 rooms and suites, each named by a herb that the nuns would have used in making their medicines from the Monastero Santa Rosa garden. The hotel hosts a fully equipped spa to rival any major city spa, offering treatment rooms, sauna, steam, mosaic-tiled experience shower, hydro pool, and tepidarium. The culinary treats of Santa Rosa are as unique as the monastery itself. The distinguished Executive Chef has created an innovative Mediterranean gastronomic experience with the freshest ingredients around Campania region. Monastero Santa Rosa Hotel & Spa Salerno, Amalfi Coast Italy www.monasterosantarosa.com
world of TASTE interesting and tasteful recipes easy to prepare@home AZUR Restaurant - Traders Hotel • Maldives
Seafood Pasta Ingredients • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
120g tagliatelle pasta 40g calamari 40g prawns 40g red snapper, diced, no skin 40g cherry tomatoes, sliced 15g baby asparagus 100ml tomato puree 20g parmesan cheese, grated 20g onions, chopped 20g garlic, chopped 5g sugar 5pcs basil leaves 20ml olive oil 15g salt 10g pepper
Pinch of dried chilli
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Method 1. Boil the pasta for 8 minutes or until al dente. Drain and set aside. 2. Heat pan with 20ml olive oil and sauté onions and garlic with a pinch of dried chilli and sugar. 3. Add calamari, diced red snapper and prawns until cooked. 4. Add tomato puree, cherry tomatoes and chopped basil. 5. Mix in pasta and baby asparagus. 6. Season with salt and pepper. To serve, arrange pasta in a deep dish, garnish with seafood and grated parmesan.
TAKALI TERRACE Restaurant - Fijian Resort & Spa • Fiji
Tom Yum Goong Ingredients Method • • • • • • • • • • • • •
3 cups chicken broth 1 stalk lemongrass 2 pcs kaffir lime leaves 8 large whole prawns 1 tbsp fish sauce 1-2 red chillies as desired 3 tbsp garlic, minced 3 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges 1-2 cups coconut milk, fresh or canned 1 tsp tamarind paste 2 tbsp brown sugar 3 tbsp lime juice 3 tbsp fresh coriander leaves
1. Place the chicken broth in a medium-sized pot with the lemongrass and tamarind paste. Simmer for 5 minutes. 2. Add chilli, garlic, lime leaves and sugar and simmer for another 5 minutes. 3. Add the prawns and tomato and cook for about 4 minutes until prawns are cooked. 4. Add the coconut milk and season with the fish sauce and lime juice, adjusting the flavour to taste. Finish with the fresh coriander and serve.
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ROSSO Restaurant - Shangri-La Hotel • Jakarta
Crudo Ingredients •
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300g beef tenderloin (or Wagyu tenderloin / veal tenderloin / sea bass fillet / tuna fillet), cut into thin medallions 20g sea salt or pink Himalayan salt 120ml extra virgin olive oil 180g Parmigiano Reggiano block 120g wild mushrooms 24g balsamic reduction cream 100g green apple, cut into 3mm x 3mm cubes 100g cucumber, cut into 3mm x 3mm cubes 80g white celery, cut into 3mm x 3mm cubes Pinch of black pepper 7 pcs capers
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Method 1. Prepare 4 plates, in the middle of each plate put a little balsamic reduction cream and extra virgin olive oil, spread outwards over the whole plate with a brush. 2. Mix the cucumber, white celery and green apple. Divide among the 4 plates and arrange over the dressing in a circle. Sprinkle with a little salt. 3. Arrange the medallions on top of the vegetables in a clockwise array. 4. Sprinkle with salt, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic cream and capers. 5. Shave the Parmigiano very thin over the top, season with black pepper. 6. Chill in the refrigerator before serving.
world of TASTE interesting and tasteful recipes easy to prepare@home 19 ORIENTAL AVENUE Restaurant - Shangri La’s Eros Hotel • New Delhi
Prawn Tempura Ingredients Method • • • • • • • • • • •
30g onion 30g carrot 30g eggplant 30g bell pepper 60g Tempura batter 30ml Tempura sauce 10g ground ginger 5g ground radish 20g asparagus 20g baby corn 120g prawns
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Cut all the vegetables and prawns to size. Cover with tempura batter. Heat oil to 170°C, deep fry all ingredients. Serve with tempura sauce, ginger and radish.
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Alva Park Costa Brava Alva Park Costa Brava is situated upon landscaped beachfront amidst local fishing villages in the heart of Costa Brava, Spain. It is a contemporary retreat in old-world surroundings. 18 POSH HOTELS Haute Cuisines Autumn 2012
The resort will charm you with the Indian Princess Bath (featured), a magical place to let you go floating in warm salt water in the midst of underwater music.
An exclusive resort in Platja de Fenals, one of the most beautiful and landscaped beaches in the heart of Costa Brava. The resort is an ideal location for visiting Barcelona and Girona, the Dali Museum in Figueres, beautiful local fishing villages, and nearby ancient ruins as well as preserved medieval countryside towns. Autumn 2012 POSH HOTELS Haute Cuisines 19
The rooms at the Alva Park Costa Brava feature carpeted floors and a lounge area with Oriental-style ornaments. Each one comes with a Nespresso coffee-maker, Fortnum & Mason tea and a hydro massage bath. All bathrooms have Molton Brown amenities, separate shower cabin, flat screen TV, separate WC with telephone and a reading light.
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Alva Park Hotel offers an array of Restaurants and Bars. Fine gastronomic delights await guests at A Flor d´Aigua. The Grand Butterfly Garden where spectacular scenery with mobile roof and glass panels, recreate a natural habitat with hundreds of flying butterflies, snow and other surprises. Sushi and other delicious cuisine are served at Minamo, a Japanese dream over the water in a private and intimate atmosphere with just three tables. Ginko Terrace serving Continental and American cuisines. Lanai lounge with a cocktail bar with light fare.
Platja de Fenals T. +34 972 368581 | E. mail@alvapark.com www.alvapark.com Autumn 2012 POSH HOTELS Haute Cuisines 21
Finest Natural Cosmetics made in St. Barthelemy French Caribbean
LIGNE ST BARTH GmbH • Helene-Wessel-Bogen 11 D-80939 Munchen • T: +49(0)89 316 0573 info@lignestbarth.com • www.lignestbarth.com
world’s most sensationally spoiling
Spas
CHIVA-SOM thailand
A secluded world of beauty and serenity, Chiva-Som is the “Haven of Life.”
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hiva-Som celebrates 15 years of success this year, at the forefront of health and wellbeing. It is about learning to live, enjoy and appreciate every moment, and in so doing, creating a personal path to health and wellness. Pamper yourself with the extensive range of over 150 treatments, improve your fitness with Tai Chi, Pilates and personal training classes and heal your mind and body with yogic technologies and complementary therapies. Chiva-Som has won many international awards for outstanding spa cuisine. Chefs create daily
menus to offer the widest range of dishes to suit a healthy lifestyle while satisfying your appetite. Chiva-Som is located in the Royal city of Hua Hin on the Gulf of Thailand, 185 km south of Bangkok. Must do … Traditional Thai Herbal massage, a deeply therapeutic combination of Thai massage performed with heated herbal packs to detoxify, alleviate muscular aches and pains and leave you feeling completely restored. www.chivasom.com
CHEWTON GLEN united kingdom
An environment of a world-class retreat.
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he luxury health spa at Chewton Glen hotel embodies the unique purity of a New Forest and coastal location. Dedicated personalized service, holistic lifestyle programmes and indulgent spa experiences are all delivered in the environment of a world-class retreat. Chewton Glen Spa has been named the spa consumer's favorite spa in the UK, as part of its seventh-annual SpaFinder Readers' Choice Awards. With a record 360,000 votes cast worldwide by readers of SpaFinder publications, the awards program represents the most complete, real-world consumer assessment of the global spa market.
Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa has a wide range of facilities and services to suit your spa needs. This spa hotel in the New Forest of Hampshire features specialized therapy rooms, health and beauty services, and fitness facilities to enjoy during your stay. Must do ‌ Manipura Full Body Treatment This is a unique body massage combining various techniques to harness and restore the energy of the body. Excellent if you are feeling tired and lethargic. www.chewtonglen.com
MAYA UBUD indonesia
The ultimate alternative to the beach culture. Naturally.
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estled along the river bank is The Spa at Maya, with private double and single treatment pavilions. It offers exotic sensory journeys and revitalizing treatments that refresh body and soul, plus there is a dedicated riverside deck for reflexology. Balancing the human senses through holistic harmony is the mission of the Spa at Maya. From the simplest treatment to an extended sensory journey, therapists have but one goal – to create memorable experiences for guests. Hosted in the lush river rainforest valley, the spa extends calm and tranquility.
From a central reception pavilion, walkways wind through lush foliage to private treatment pavilions, which are complete with daybeds overlooking the valley, bathtubs and outdoor showers. These are personal havens in which to enjoy a variety of body re-charge treatments. Must do ‌ Herbal treatment, where therapeutic herbs assist in the removal of toxins from the body and refresh the skin. It begins with a neck and shoulder massage, followed by a herbal pound of the entire body, cumulating with a scalp massage. www.mayaubud.com
JUMEIRAH VITTAVELI maldives
A paradise for body and soul.
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elcome to the paradise where your comfort and tranquility is of utmost importance. Vast spaces with accenting Maldivian interiors, complemented by superb views of the ocean, enhance the experience of the Beach Villas. The breathtaking surrounds of the two-bedroom Beach Suites complete with patios provide the perfect stay. The spacious Lagoon Villas and Suites, embracing the shoreline of the dazzling lagoon, allow tranquil moments of relaxation. Enjoy new levels of dining experiences in Maldivian splendor, each offering sublime views of the Indian Ocean under an incredible starry sky.
Nestled between the turquoise ocean and the tropical landscapes of the island, Talise Spa provides an oasis of tranquility and luxury inviting you to unwind and indulge. Must do ‌ Balinese massage, an ancient massage which uses a variety of techniques including skin rolling, kneading and stroking, acupressure and reflexology to stimulate the flow of blood, oxygen and energy around the body to bring deep relaxation and wellness. www.jumeirah.com
ONE&ONLY LE SAINT GÉRAN mauritius
The generosity of spirit in every detail.
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estled peacefully in the silver white sands of its own private peninsula and under the gentle sway of thousands of coconut palms towering over immaculate gardens, Mauritian influences reign supreme. A sheltered lagoon provides calm waters for an array of water sports ideal for adults and children alike, while the One&Only Spa offers a privileged sanctuary of quiet pampering with its own private lap pool. The spa offers a holistic approach – complete treatment together with a personalized sports programme and nutritional analysis.
The serene One&Only Spa is nestled within the resort's lush tropical landscape overlooking a reflecting pool with ocean views. Must do … One&Only Le Saint Gιran Signature Ritual. This treatment begins with a full body tropical scrub, continuing with a full body massage using warmed nourishing oils and long sweeping movements helping to release stress and tension. www..oneandonlyresorts.com
RAFFLES PRASLIN seychelles
Set among natural rock formations and high above the water.
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e immersed in the relaxing therapies of the exclusive Raffles Spa, which coupled with the soothing embrace of unsullied nature, rejuvenate both body and spirit. The Raffles Spa, located steps away from the stunning coastline of Anse Takamaka, is the perfect haven for a complete rejuvenation of the mind, body and soul. The signature Raffles Spa embraces the philosophy of living well and at the core of Raffles Praslin’s spa philosophy is the pearl, adored for her cherished beauty and charm. Thematic showpieces made of pearl are
the unique source of inspiration. The luxurious spa features 13 treatment pavilions, each showcasing the panoramic view of the blue ocean and the white sandy beaches, from every window. Must do … One&Only Le Saint Gιran Signature Ritual. This treatment begins with a full body tropical scrub, continuing with a full body massage using warmed nourishing oils and long sweeping movements helping to release stress and tension. www.raffles.com/praslin/
ONE&ONLY LE SAINT GÉRAN mauritius
The generosity of spirit in every detail.
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he Oberoi Udaivilas showcases the rich heritage of the Mewar region of Rajasthan with its rambling courtyards, gentle rippling fountains, reflection pools and verdant gardens. Grand architecture inspired by the palaces of Rajasthan present a picture of majesty resplendent with pavilions and domes that lead you to a journey of discovery. Interiors embellished with decorative domes, hand painted frescoes, intricate mirror work and beautifully crafted artefacts create an ambience of regal splendor. Spa is where you can treat your body to luxurious rejuvenation and relaxation on a truly
royal scale. In the serenely appointed spa suites, spectacular views of Lake Pichola and the City Palace inspire the spirit whilst your body is revitalized by the healing hands of our highly skilled & trained therapists. Must do ‌ Hot lava shell therapy. It offers unparalleled benefits with continuous heat and pressure, creating the most powerful and long lasting results. Smooth lava shells are heated from the inside by combining natural ingredients of minerals, sea kelp, algae and salt water. www.oberoihotels.com/oberoi_udaivilas
Spa Holidays in Indian Ocean Mauritius, Maldives, Seychelles‌the very names invoke visions of luxury and exoticism. For those looking for a romantic island honeymoon, luxury spa or wellness break, or a relaxing family holiday in the Indian Ocean, you can have it all with Western & Oriental.
www.wandotravel.com
Room View MALDIVES • Shangri Villingili Resort & Spa
THE POOL VILLA
Located just south of the equator, the Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort and Spa is a 70-min flight from Malé International Airport and an 8-min boat ride from Gan Airport on Addu Atoll. Surrounded by a striking coral reef, this boutique-style all-villa resort is home to more than 17,000 coconut trees, over 6km of picturesque coastline and 2km of white sandy beaches.
It features 5 restaurants & bars, a secluded spa, swimming pools, tennis courts, sea sports and offers a range of daily activities. The Pool Villa (picture) is surrounded by a lush forest and offer an intimate coral beach front with views of the gentle rolling ocean. The luxury resort's Pool Villa features its own private pool, terrace and open-air shower.
CONTACT: T: + 960 689 7888 slmd@shangri-la.com www.shangri-la.com The featured villa is one of the fifteen private Pool Villas and offers 133sqm of luxury.
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Aeolian Islands STAY breathtaking properties
EAT Italian flavors
PLACES must seen
FACT short data
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THERASIA Resort Sea Spa Where: Vulcano island The Hotel: Owing to its exclusive position, in the charming setting of Vulcanello, the resort, a charming oasis of relaxation and comfort, offers one of the most splendid views in the Mediterranean, boasting sea views from all parts of the hotel with its horizon opening over the entire Aeolian archipelago. The resort, home to 97 guest rooms, is constructed of lavic stone from Etna, Sicilian terracotta and handmade natural local stone. Highlight: Breakfast and dinner are served outdoors on the large restaurant terrace “L’Arcipelago”, with spectacular sea views over the faraglioni of Lipari. The elegant, refined restaurant offers a variety of eno-gastronomic cuisine, perfumes and flavors of Sicilian cuisine creating light, innovative dishes using the finest olive oils, fish and low-fat meats and an abundance of vegetables. Contact: E info@therasiaresort.it www.therasiaresort.it
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2. LA SALINA Hotel Where: Salina island The Hotel: The Hotel is part of a complex of traditional buildings, renovated in keeping with the architectural style of the Aeolian archipelago. The 24 rooms, distributed throughout five buildings, have their own character. With charming views of Panarea, Stromboli, Lipari and Vulcano, it is also possible to admire the active volcano of mount Etna. Highlight: For October 12’ a standard room starts from ₏86/room/night including breakfast! Contact: E info@lasalinahotel.com www.lasalinahotel.com
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3. CAPOFARO Malvasia Resort Where: Salina island The Hotel: Capofaro is a one of a kind 5 star Boutique Resort, surrounded by lush malvasia vineyards on soft slopes degrading towards the blue sea. Highlight: The wine cellar stocks all the Tasca d'Almerita "family" labels with an additional small wine list, which changes every week, offering Italian niche products. All dishes reflect the Sicilian and Aeolian traditions and particular care and attention is paid to preparing fast, lightly cooked food that enhances the fresh flavours of the locally produced raw ingredients Contact: E info@capofaro.it www.capofaro.it
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RESTAURANT FILIPPINO, Lipari The authentic tastes of the Mediterranean Situated in the panoramic Municipality Square, nearby the Neolithic castle which hosts the Aeolian Museum, it is a rural, characteristic and atmospheric environment with a suggestive terrace where you can enjoy meals in the summertime. Today, after 100 years of history, Filippino is a modern and functional restaurant made up of two internal dining rooms and one great renewed air conditioned terrace.
Grandfather Filippino Soup Ingredients for 4 people: 1,500 l of stock fish broth 2 tablespoons of chopped tomatoes 1 teaspoon of chopped basil 1 teaspoon of chopped parsley 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil 4 fillets of scorpion fish 400 grams already boned and cut in squares 100 grams of fresh fettuccine cut in squares 1 pinch of dried ground chilli pepper Salt and pepper to taste
Contact T. +39 090 9811002 E. filippino@filippino.it
Preparation: Bring the broth to a boil, add the tomatoes, fettuccine, scorpion fish, parsley, basil, chilli pepper and season with salt and pepper. Cook, when the pasta is cooked, add the oil and serve hot.
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HOTEL RAYA ORGANIC RESTAURANT, Panarea The hotel's terrace restaurant serves Panarea's best food: simple, inventive dishes using mostly organic ingredients. Guests can have lunch on one of the most beautiful terraces in the world, as they gaze out over the delightful blue waters below, admiring the spellbinding sight of smoking Stromboli and, on the clearest of days, the magnificent silhouette of Mount Etna, capped with snow sometimes right on into May. The dishes served at Hotel Raya are deliciously simple, featuring a combination of unfailingly genuine ingredients. The fish is fresh out of the sea around the island and the meat comes from animals left to graze outdoors in the fields, yielding extraordinary, traditional flavours of timeless quality.
Contact T. +39 090 983013 E. info@hotelraya.it
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Lipari is the biggest of the Aeolian Islands and offers the most services and entertainments. Given its central position, Lipari is also ideal to use as a base to explore the Aeolian archipelago. It has 10.000 people and all the amenities, the Hospital and supermarkets, but it also has many quiet places off the beaten track. Panarea is one of the smallest Aeolian Islands, well-known to islanders for its beautiful beaches accessible only by boat. The island is frequently visited by many VIPs. The population is around 300 people in the village of St. Pietro, small landing port on the eastern shore. Nowadays the prevailing activity is traditional fishing and tourism. The splendid seabeds are particularly good for underwater exploration. Salina - After Lipari, Salina is the biggest of the Aeolian Islands and also the greenest and most cultivated. There are 4000 inhabitants and it has 3 villages each with their own council: Santa Marina Salina, where the main harbor is, Malfa and Leni, each containing shops , restaurants and various services. On the island there is the famous village of Pollara, which is 8 km from Malfa, where the movie "Il Postino" with Massimo Troisi was made.
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Vulcano covers an area of 21 sq. kms and it is situated south of Lipari, separated by a stretch of sea called the Vulcano Channel. It is the island with the most volcanic activities: warm water in the Baia di Levante; therapeutic muds and sulphur steam water called "fumarole". The crater is reachable by foot in less than one hour, it doesn't erupt and it has only sulphur steam. From the top there is a fantastic view of all the other islands. The economy of the local population, about 460 people in winter time, is based on tourism and wine-growing. Stromboli is the most northern island of the archipelago, 12.2 sq. kms and it has a population of around 400 people. The island has a volcano 926 meters high which is perpetually active with some spectacular eruptions of incandescent lava that fall toward the sea. The population lives in the centre of Ginostra and Stromboli. The economic activities are fishing, wine-growing ,caper-growing as well as tourism. Filicudi is the wildest of the Aeolian islands . Only 300 inhabitants in winter time, it has one of the most interesting prehistoric villages of the archipelago. The unique beauty of the houses and landscape add to the charm of this enchanting island. Alicudi is the smallest island of the Aeolian archipelago and during the winter time it has around 50 inhabitants. From the pebble beaches long flights of steps go to the inhabited areas. There aren’t any cars and donkeys are still used for carrying heavy loads. Autumn 2012 POSH HOTELS Haute Cuisines 41
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Aeolian Islands The Aeolian Islands or Lipari Islands are a volcanic archipelago in the Tyrrhenian Sea north of Sicily, named after the demigod of the winds Aeolus. The largest island is Lipari. The other islands include Vulcano, Salina, Stromboli, Filicudi, Alicudi, Panarea and Basiluzzo. The Aeolian Islands are listed by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites.
LAND: 1,600 sq. km CAPITAL: Lipari (the largest island) LANGUAGES: Italian, Sicilian WEATHER: predominantly Mediterranean CURRENCY: Euro POPULATION: Estimate 16,000 CONTACT: www.eolianislands.com
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£139.95 from NORDIC HOUSE www.nordichouse.co.uk Switched on Singita Hurricane Table Lamp
£145.00 from OKA www.okadirect.com
Light up. Nordic Bark Candles
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Gardening
HERBS for the Senses and Cooking basil, laurel, rosemary, thyme, oregano
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Basil There is currently no other aromatic that is cherished with such warmth as basil, which in the spring will make its appearance in Mediterranean courtyards.
When we find it Basil makes its debut in March. There are three types: the curly or Greek, the broadleaf or Genovese and agioritikos or winter.
Sowing Home sowing starts from mid-winter, while in an external environment in spring time.
Planting Spring is the best season for transplanting.
Harvest Cut the leaves from spring to autumn.
Cuisine The most typical use of fresh basil in cooking is in Genovese pesto, especially the broadleaf. It fits wonderfully in cold sauces and dips with yoghurt and white cheese spreads. It's perfect with raw tomatoes and gives flavor to marinades. Avoid to use it with another herb, because it makes a strong counter.
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Laurel The erstwhile prize winners and a symbol of victory is now used for its most "humble" properties, culinary, but far from insignificant.
When we find it We find the laurel from March, which is the most appropriate time for planting. It is a large evergreen bush or a small tree and usually reaches five meters tall.
Sowing The best period for sowing is September to October or March.
Planting We plant from March - April and November to December.
Harvest We collect leaves all year round.
Cuisine Essential herb in lentils and a major ingredient in bouquet Garda (aromatic and herbs bouquet), the laurel exquisite perfumes the water or broth when you boil potatoes or carrots and fits well with tomato sauce dishes. To take off the maximum aroma in cooking, sautĂŠ 1-2 leaves laurel with onion.
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Rosemary Very popular as an ingredient in Greek cuisine, rosemary is renowned for its healing and seasoning properties.
When we find it The rosemary is a perennial herb, shrub and garigue, which blooms in spring and autumn.
Sowing In spring, when the average daily temperature is almost the 15ËšC.
Planting The seedlings are planted in pots or in the ground from March till April.
Harvest Cut sprouts with fresh leaves throughout the year, but it is better to avoid it in the spring, because it loses some of its properties.
Cuisine The strong smell of rosemary fits well with pork, especially in combination with garlic. As good "ties" with large fish as well as potatoes, carrots and celery. Its aromatic woody twigs can be used wet over the coals of the barbecue to aromatize our roasts.
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Thyme In antiquity it was initially popular aphrodisiac but soon spread widely for many healing Properties.
When we find it Thyme is a perennial plant and it is not easy in cultivation. We find it from April to May.
Sowing The ideal time is late spring when the temperature reaches 20 - 22 ËšC. Attention: we sow the seeds on the surface.
Planting Resistant to cold, it planted in mounds. It loves the sun and wants sparse watering.
Harvest Collect all year round, but especially from May to September.
Cuisine Fresh thyme leaves are wonderful herb for white meats, fish, legumes and almost all vegetables. If you use dried thyme, prefer whole dried bunches and not the ready grated, which has lost its aroma, and rub the leaves on a summer tomato salads, cold soups, olives and white cheeses.
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Oregano It is not only the greatest of all the herbs of Mediterranean cuisine, but also a basic remedy of folk therapeutic.
When we find it Although we find it in nurseries throughout the year, the best season is from April to May.
Sowing In the middle of spring when day temperature reaches 18-22ËšC.
Planting In the spring we plant seedlings from March to April and in the winter from November to early of December.
Harvest Collect oregano throughout the year. For fresh oregano collect its leaves from spring to autumn, while for dry in late June to early July
Cuisine Fresh or dried, oregano flavors summer salads, especially those with tomato and those that have boiled vegetables. Fits in innumerable cooked dishes, although place it at the end of cooking, to retain its aroma.
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