OZEN LIFE MAADHOO introduces LONU, a new-age Maldivian restaurant that celebrates the bounty of the Indian Ocean. By Rashima Nagpal
Meaning salt in Dhivehi, LONU is the latest addition to the gourmet restaurants at the lavish OZEN LIFE MAADHOO in the Maldives. It is part of the resort’s INDULGENCETM Plan, and is spread along the peaceful north eastern beach of Maadhoo island, replacing the resort’s R.A.W outlet.
The restaurant’s menu boasts age-old traditional recipes reimagined as sophisticated small plates, perfect for a flavourful afternoon meal. Each dish at LONU is creatively woven around a star ingredient and complemented by fresh native herbs and indigenous spices. Island favourites include masroshi (stuffed tuna bread), masmirus prawn wrap, and kanamadhu cake (sea-salt almond cake), among others. Organic rose wines and traditional beverages such as Khiru chai, toddy, and mocktails infused with local spices make for perfect accompaniments.
Speaking about the launch, Henar Gil Rios, General Manager, OZEN LIFE MAADHOO, shared, “From flavourful, island-harvested salt crystals to herbs handpicked from the kitchen garden, guests relish island specialities made with 100% locally sourced ingredients in this lively beach restaurant with sparkling turquoise-blue lagoon views.“ Sustainable clayware and handcrafted wooden plates add another layer of the Maldivian touch.
Helmed by Chef Abdulla Rameez, the Maldivian speciality chef at OZEN LIFE MAADHOO, LONU is set to win accolades for its delectable local organic dishes as well as engaging live cooking sessions.
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