Mirihi Island Resort, renowned for its intimate luxury and stunning natural surroundings, has announced a special culinary event for the month of October. On the 22nd and 23rd, the resort’s award-winning restaurant, Muraka, will host a unique pop-up dining experience by Michelin-starred Chef Thierry Drapeau of Signature Bangkok.
Renowned for his refined and expressive “earthy cuisine,” Chef Thierry Drapeau will collaborate with Muraka’s talented culinary team to create a unique five-course menu. The gastronomic event will combine local Maldivian ingredients with an international twist, showcasing the art of fine cuisine in one of the world’s most breathtaking settings.
Mirihi guests will have the rare opportunity to witness first-hand the gastronomic craft of Chef Thierry, who brings his renowned culinary philosophy to the Maldives. With roots in France’s Loire Valley and previous experience heading up the two-Michelin-starred Logis de la Chabotterie, Chef Thierry’s cuisine is known for its lightness, expression and complex flavours.
Gracefully perched above the lagoon, Muraka Restaurant provides the perfect backdrop for this exclusive event. With panoramic ocean views and the abundant marine life in the coral reef below, Muraka embodies the prestige and sophistication of a French Michelin-starred restaurant. The restaurant’s award-winning wine list, featuring Old and New World wines and an exclusive selection of premium Champagnes, perfectly paired with Chef Thierry’s menu, will elevate this dining experience to new heights.
A native of Nantes in the Loire Valley, France, Chef Thierry Drapeau has built an illustrious career driven by his dedication to “earthy cuisine”, a culinary approach that highlights the connection between land, sea and plate. His passion for sourcing the finest ingredients and his ability to create complex yet harmonious flavours have earned him international acclaim. Prior to his current role at Signature Bangkok, Chef Thierry led the renowned restaurant Logis de la Chaboterie in Saint-Sulpice-le-Verdon, where he maintained two Michelin stars for nine consecutive years. After honing his craft in France for 15 years, Chef Thierry sought new challenges in Asia, where he continues to make a major impact on the culinary world.
This exclusive pop-up event offers food lovers and connoisseurs an exclusive opportunity to savour Michelin-starred cuisine in the heart of the Maldives – bookings are highly recommended as seating is limited.
For more information or reservations, please contact Mirihi Island Resort. reservation@mirihi.com
