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Dining by Design
Dining by Design
We hope you are enjoying the warm tropical weather of Maldives, our wonderful resort and friendly hospi-tality so renowned in Maldives.
SAii Maldives Lagoon invites you to join us for an unforgettable experience at a destination of your choice, select your cuisine from one of our extensive dining by design menus or simply create your own menu in collaboration with our chef.
We are delighted to offer you the opportunity to create the perfect dining experience, be it a romantic candle lit dinner on the beach watching the sunset or on our sandbank, on the pool deck or in the beauti-ful surroundings of your own villa.
To ensure that we create a memorable evening we will require 24 hours notice, this allows us the time we need to prepare your cuisine and to set up your own private dining retreat.
Please dial “reception” to reserve your dining by design arrangements and to avoid disappointment please ensure you book early, as we only provide one reservation per setting to enable us to take personal care of you and to give you the privacy that is essential to that special evening.
Prices are in US dollars and are subject to service charge and applicable government tax.
Event DestinationsThe following destinations are a suggestion of the possibilitiesPrices include the set up for your intimate dinner location.
Dining by design venues
Candlelight on the white powdery beachSunset by the poolPrivate hideaway ‘faree’ (tent)Sand tableCandlelight treeLagoon lunch
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All venues are weather dependent
Cancellation AdviceTo cancel your Dining by Design reservation, please dial “At Your Service” A cancellation fee is applicable when canceling within 12 hours of your booking, a charge of 50% of the menu price will be charged, excluding the venue set up cost.
Prices are in US dollars and are subject to service charge and applicable government tax.
Breakfasts ExperiencesThe most romantic start to the day, choose from our exclusive locations with a personal waiter tending to your every need. We will set up a sumptuous break-fast picnic complete with blanket, umbrella and breakfast basket. Kindly note that this location is subject to weather conditions and tide times.
Bubble Breakfast$200 / Couple
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Morning bread basket:Selection of grain, sourdough, white loaf, brioche and whole wheat.
Pastries:Croissant, pan au chocolat, almond croissant, danish and doughnuts jams, marmalade, butter and hummus coddled egg with prawns - spinach, mushroom and hollandaise.Scottish salmon- toasted bagel with cream cheese, and onion confit.Seasonal tropical fruits and berries platter.
Freshly squeezed fruit juice:Pineapple, orange, watermelon, mango, papaya.•
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Bottle of champagne
Morning bread basket:Selection of grain, sourdough, white loaf, brioche and whole wheat.
Pastries:Croissant, pan au chocolat, almond croissant, danish and doughnuts jams, marmalade, butter and hummus.Spinach and avocado closed frittata with roasted tomato, rocket and mozzarella.Artisan charcuterie and gourmet cheese plate a selection of cold cuts and cheese served with pickles and condiments low fat, plain or fruit organic yogurt.
Freshly squeezed fruit juice:Pineapple, orange, watermelon, mango, papaya.•
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Breeze on an island$200 / Couple
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Prices are in US dollars and are subject to service charge and applicable government tax.
Gourmet Hampers Whether you are spending a day on the beach, taking a trip to the Island or enjoying one of our many tailor-made excursions, we can provide the ultimate picnic hamper for you to ensure you are never far away from the gourmet delights of Maldives. Please order 24 hours in advance.
Healthy Picnic pack$200 / Couple
Seasonal vegetables crudité with dill yoghurt. Mozzarella and organic tomato skewers. Citrus quinoa, toasted seeds and green onion salad. Grilled prawn, rocket leaves and pickle melon wrap.Poached chicken and avocado on rye bread.
Sandbank Experience$200 / Couple
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Desserts:Exotic fresh fruits (sliced).Olive Oil Chocolate Fudge Brownie.
Arabian sea$200 / Couple
Red pepper hummus, babagannush with pita crisps.Grilled halloumi, Marinated Peppers and marinated Olives.Tabbouleh, Couscous Salad.Lamb kofta skewers with garlic mayo.Pita pocket stuffed with arabic spiced chicken breast with vegetables.
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Desserts:Exotic fresh fruits (sliced).Turkish delights.
Cured meat platter with mixed olives.Greek salad.Grilled Mediterranean vegetable and basil pesto wrap.Turkey ham Baguette with Rocket, Avocado and Gruyere Cheese.Pistachio crusted Yellow fin tuna with fava bean puree
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Desserts:Exotic fresh fruits (sliced).Olive Oil Chocolate Fudge Brownie.
Prices are in US dollars and are subject to service charge and applicable government tax.
Sandbank BBQ LunchEnjoy a barbecue lunch in the middle of Saii lagoon with the waves of the Indian splashing over your feet. An experience reserved for a lucky few.
Vegetables Affair$200 / Couple
Indulgent Affair$200 / Couple
Entrée:Tomato mozzarella Skewers with basil oil.Rocket salad with semi dried tomatoes, poached pear and walnut.Tahina Eggplant Puree on Crispy Pita Bread.Avocado and quinoa roulade on Rye Bread.
BBQ Selection
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Hot Grill:Sweet Potato and Quinoa Patties. Zataar Crusted Haloumi.Stuffed Zucchini with Cottage cheese and Peppers.Chargrilled vegetable skewers.Corn on the Cob, Baked Potato.Garlic and tahina sauce, salmoriglio sauce.
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Desserts:Blueberry clafoutis.Baked chocolate and pear tart.
Entrée:Crudités with avocado and coriander dip.Organic heirloom tomato with buffalo mozzarella.Mediterranean three beans salad.Stuffed vine leaves with tomato and yogurt.
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From the grill:Whole snapper foil wrapped with cherry tomato, capers, black olives and herbs.Flame grilled tiger prawns.Lemon garlic calamari.Medallion of black angus beef tenderloin.Baked potatoes, grilled vegetables.Choice selection of mustards and chutneys.Breads and dips.
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Desserts:Flamed pineapple with crème catalane and cashew nut cracker.
Prices are in US dollars and are subject to service charge and applicable government tax.
Sea & Sand BBQ$300 / Couple
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Miniature delights:PrawnCold Poached prawn, Green Pea Emulsion, Pumpernickel Crust and Salmon Roe.Surf and TurfPeppered Beef and Sesame Crusted Tuna Skewers, Olives and Pomegranate Salsa.
Start fresh:Prawn and Squid saladMixed with Avocado, Pearl Tomato, Fennel and Lime Chives Dressing.Watermelon and Mozzarella saladMixed with Marinated Melon, Aged Balsamic and Olives Salsa.
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Charcoal Grill:Reef Fish Steak with Lime Marinade.Lemon & Chili Infused Prawns.Curry Marinated calamari.Rosemary and Pepper marinated Beef Tenderloin.
Served with:Corn on The Cob.Baked Potato.Grilled Vegetables.Lemon caper sauce, green pepper sauce, Mushroom emulsion.
Sweet Temptations:Wow…Dessert Platter.
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A warm gentle breeze and the soft sound of the Indian Ocean under the stars, whilst your private chef prepares a sumptuous feast at the beach.
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Prices are in US dollars and are subject to service charge and applicable government tax.
Regional Aroma$200 / Couple
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Levantine Night:Live a 1001 nights experience with this amazing Middle East menu proposal.Continues to carry an influentially mainstream character in a majority of dishes.
Share some Mezze!HummusVelvety Chickpeas and Tahini Purée.Baba GanoushChargrilled Eggplant Caviar with Yoghurt, Tahini & Garlic.TabboulehParsley, Mint, Fresh Tomatoes, Bulgur, Olive Oil and Lemon Dressing.SambousekGround Lamb & Onions Stuffing.OlivesServed with Garlic Bread & Pita Bread.
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Mixed Grill:Turkish marinated reef fish skewers.Lime, Chilly & Shallots Marinated Prawns.Arabic marinated beef tenderloin.Lamb Kofta.
Served with:One pot Greek Lime Rice Grilled Tomato, Eggplant & Zucchini.Olives & Capers Sauce Arabic Garlic Sauce Harissa.
Sweet Temptations to share:
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CannoliCrispy Pastry Shell with Creamy Sweetened Ricotta Filling and Chocolate Flakes.Torta Caprese Gluten Free Chocolate and Almond Cake with and Coffee Sauce.Pistachio nut Panna Cotta Chilled Pistachio flavored cream with Apricot compote.
Prices are in US dollars and are subject to service charge and applicable government tax.
Regional Aroma$200 / Couple
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Discovering Indian CuisineThis Special Evening Offers a Dreamy Indian-Way Dining Experience.An unforgettable evening surrounded the Indian Ocean.
Miniature delights:Aachari Aloo KababFlat grilled Pickle Flavored Potato Patties.Angaare TunaMild Spiced Warm Tuna Skewers.
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Main:Madras prawn Curry.Lamb Rogan Josh (Succulent Lamb Stew).Panner Makhini.Cottage Cheese in a Rich Tomato Onion Sauce.
Served with:Steamed Basmati Rice.Chapatti / Paratha.Indian Pickles / Papad / Raita.
Sweet Temptations to share:
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Gulab JamunSpongy Milky Balls Soaked in Rose and Cardamom Scented Syrup.Coconut LadduFresh Coconut and Milk Ball with Cardamom Flavored.Saffron Rice PuddingWhite Rice and Milk Pudding with Rosewater and Saffron.
Start fresh:Haryali Paneer TikkaCubes of Cottage Cheese Marinated in Yogurt and Mint Sauce, Skewered & Barbecued.Murugh TikkaA Chicken Marinated in Aromatic Indian Spices and Cooked in the Charcoal Grill.
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Prices are in US dollars and are subject to service charge and applicable government tax.
Regional Aroma$200 / Couple
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Truly Maldivian:Enjoy like a Local our Choice of Divehi Cuisine, a rich assemblage Local Produce and Techniques,perfect combination of Unique flavors
Miniature delights:Masuni In Rosi Tuna chunks & coconut salad in crispy bread.Din’gaa Lemon & garlic infused Prawn Skewers.
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Charcoal Grill:Banana Leaves Wrapped Snapper with Garlic and Curry Leaves.Yellow Finn Tuna Steak with Maldivian Spice Rub.Indian Ocean Calamari.Curried Blue Water Prawn.
Served with:Steamed Fragrant Rice.Local Grilled Vegetables.Baked Sweet Potato.
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Biss HaluvaaMaldivian Sliced Egg Custard.Kiruboakibaa Sweet Coconut Milk Cake.Dhandialuvi BoakibaCasava and Coconut Sliced.
Start fresh:Dhivehi masMaldivian reef fish, Roasted vegetables and Yam Chips.Kaneli Seared Local Tuna with Rihakuru Fish Glaze.
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Prices are in US dollars and are subject to service charge and applicable government tax.
Romantic Candle Light Dinner$200 / Couple
More than Just a Meal, this is an Experience Engaging Your Five Senses for a Complete State of Well-being the Gentle Breeze and The Soothing Sound Coming from the Energetic Ocean Surrounded by Soft Candle Light.
Option 1
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Starters:Seared TunaCrunchy Vegetables, Sesame Onion Dressing and Duet of Basil and Mint Pesto.
Mains:Vegetable& cottage cheese Timbale.Cauliflower puree, tossed edamame bean and tomato confit.
Desserts:Banana Almond TartBaked Banana Tart with Chocolate Fudge Sauce and Rose Water Icecream.
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Starters:Seared TunaCrunchy Vegetables, Sesame Onion Dressing and Duet of Basil and Mint Pesto.
Mains:Beef Soft Loin.Pan Seared, Polenta Slap, Melted Foie Gras Patty Cauliflower Purée and Mustard Emulsion.
Desserts:Greek Yoghurt CheesecakeBaked Greek Yoghurt Cheesecake with Roasted Fig and Orange Salsa.
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Prices are in US dollars and are subject to service charge and applicable government tax.
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