Meet Sovan! The New Executive Chef for Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru and Angsana Ihuru

Monday 27th of June 2022

Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru is a serene, all-natural island with white-sandy beaches, a turquoise lagoon, and a house reef teeming with marine life. It is only 20 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport and is a haven for romance and tranquility.

Similarly, the sister resort of Vabbinfaru is the dive-focused, all-inclusive retreat that is situated in the North Malé Atoll, just 20 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport, blessed with palm-fringed beaches, clear waters, a pristine house reef, and the famous Ranamaari shipwreck, Angsana Ihuru.

The Angsana brand franchise resorts in Maldives is known for their exclusive services and multi-awards that have shown their true dedication in serving the guests who come to experience the luxuries they offer. Joining the meticulous crew at the two resorts, is the new Executive Chef, Sovan Das!

Sovan has twenty years of culinary experience working for upscale companies in India, the United Arab Emirates, the Maldives, and the Caribbean, including Taj, Alila, Radisson, and most recently, The Palladium Resorts in the Caribbean.

He has a solid background in many different international cuisines, including Italian, French, Mediterranean, Pan American, East African, Pan Asian, Bangladeshi, Nepali, and Indian cuisines thanks to his experience working in a multicultural environment. The chefs on both islands are eager to welcome the new flavors and changes he will introduce.

Kanruethai Roongruang, the General Manager of Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru and Angsana Ihuru welcomed the new appointee with s few kind words, “We are excited to have Chef Sovan on board. We trust that the wealth of knowledge he brings with him will elevate the gastronomic experience of our guests.”