Chef Jeffrey Vella and Sommelier Luiza Torrenzino Present Culinary Delights at Mediterraneo, Taj Resort & Spa, Maldives

Mediterraneo, Taj Resort & Spa, Maldives is set to host a nonpareil wine dinner planned by Chef Jeffrey Vella and Sommelier Luiza Torrezani. The two maestros are collaborating for the first time to create an immersive experience that brings together Mediterranean flavors and the deluxe of wines on June 14, 2024. 

Mediterraneo is a exciting meeting of delicate culinary creations and incredible ambience. From the exactly curate menu to the genuine tropical vibes, everything at Mediterraneo comes jointly as a supreme dining experience, further enrich by the tranquility of environment. Hanging over a calm lagoon, Mediterraneo is the ideal destination for the dining experience in Maldives crafted by Chef Jeffrey Vella, and Luiza Torrezani, well-known Sommelier and South Asia Area Manager, Santa Margherita Wine Group.

Famous for his Mediterranean culinary creativity, Chef Jeffrey Vella inherited an untiring enthusiasm for food and hospitality that took him across continents. Chef Vella is all about crafting gastronome journeys striking with rich flavors and stunning presentations. At Mediterraneo, his delicious signature dishes complement the untamed brilliance of the clear blue waters and skies.

Although Brazil is her residence, Luiza Torrezani’s love for wine takes her all around the globe. She hold a Master’s degree in Wine & Spirits industry from the esteemed University of Bordeaux and has garnered frightening experience at all main Wine destinations across Asia. Based in Thailand, Torrezani is connected with Santa Margherita Wine Group. 

For the culinary extravaganza at Mediterraneo, Chef Vella’s arrangements will be paired with the world’s finest wines classily chosen by Torrezani. Here are some veg and non-veg delight from the special Menu curate by the two artists.

• Parmesan Custard, Crab, Thyme Ashes 

• Parmesan Custard, Celeriac, Thyme Ashes

• Doughnut – Barbecued Chicken, Smoked Salt

• Doughnut – Slow-Cooked Celeriac, Smoked Mushroom Salt 

• Seaweed Tartlet – Beetroot, Almonds

Paired with Santa Margherita, Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superior, Veneto, Italy

• Lemons and Scallop – Seared Scallops, Confit of Leek, Smoked Scallop, Burnt Lemon Pie, Lemon Finger 

• Leeks, Onion and Lemon Salad – Confit of Leeks, Slow Roasted Onions, Poached Lemon, Radishes 

 Paired with Ca’del Bosco, Cuvée Prestige, Lombardy, Italy

• Risotto – Classically Made, Morels, Chestnut Mushrooms Crispy Oats, Porcini 

Paired with Santa Margherita, Valdadige DOC, Pinot Grigio, 2022, Trentino, Italy

• Asparagus and Lobster – White Ones, Butter and Miso Poached Lobster, Green One’s Film, Hollandaise 

• Asparagus – Salt Baked White Ones, Barbecued Green Ones, Crème 

Paired with Kettmeir Müller Thurgau, Alto Adige DOC, 2022, Alto Adige, Italy

• Carrot – Brochette and Rissoles, Rosemary Dust, Potato Layers

• Wagyu – Cooked on Coal, Simmered Shallot, Oscietra Caviar, Potato Layers, Pepper Jus

Paired with Sassoregale Maremma Toscana DOC, Sangiovese, 2019, Tuscany, Italy

• Cherries

Paired with Torresella Prosecco Rosé, DOC, 2021, Veneto, Italy

• The tolerant five-course menu and the appealing raw beauty of Mediterraneo is a lunar mixture, one that is certain to magic the connoisseurs of flavors and well wines similar. Respected guests are inviting to enjoy all moment of this grand gastronome experience on June 14 from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm.