Vakkaru Makes It Extra Special For Brits on Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee Celebrations
Thursday 2nd of June 2022
Vakkaru Maldives is a secluded reef island blessed with timeless ocean views, powder-soft, brilliant white sands, deep blue holes, and a house reef with unique marine biodiversity. It is located within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll. A scenic 30-minute seaplane flight from Male International Airport will whisk you away to this idyllic paradise, which has been thoughtfully created for guests seeking timeless experiences.
The crew at this gorgeous getaway makes sure to cater to your needs and make your vacation a little bit more special with their unique and personalized services. This week, brits staying at this resort is all set to get exclusive experiences as part of their celebration of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee. Guests staying at the award-winning luxury resort are invited to celebrate the British monarch's incredible achievement with a tea party and dinner in paradise like no other, complete with a menu fit for royalty.
The Jubilee Summer Tea Party menu, prepared by Vakkaru's Executive Pastry Chef, Wishwa Lokusuriya, and served in Isoletta Beach for all in-housed guests, includes Vanilla raisin scones, Classic mille-feuille, Strawberry profiteroles, Baked coconut lime tart, Battenberg cake, Savoury choux buns with beef pastrami, and Foie gras mousse with brioche. Guests can also sample local finger foods such as Masroshi, Gulha, Boakibaa, Bajiya, and Kavaab to give the classic high tea tradition a Maldivian twist. These delicacies are accompanied by a variety of teas and British cocktails like Martinis, Gin and Tonics, and Pimms.
Alternatively, guests can enjoy a Platinum Jubilee British dinner at Isoletta, with a menu designed for an elevated British experience for all guests. This three-course menu features British classics such as prawn cocktail salad, leek and potato soup, roast Scottish beef served with Yorkshire pudding or traditional fish and chips for the main course, and sticky toffee pudding for dessert.