World-renowned Chef Carlo Cracco makes his highly-anticipated return to Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi from 20 November to 11 December 2023, masterfully transforming the resort’s GLOW Restaurant into Cracco Portofino for three weeks.
A true pioneer and one of the foremost proponents of progressive Italian cuisine, Cracco’s innovative treatment of traditional recipes and playful culinary style has earned him multiple awards and a place among the world’s most revered chefs. His iconic Michelin-starred Ristorante Craccoin Milan was awarded with three forks by Gambero Rosso, and his dedication to perfecting his craft and pushing the boundaries of Italian cuisine has been made famous through multiple television appearances and a series of cookbooks.
Chef Carlo Cracco has an illustrious culinary career marked by past collaborations with culinary giants such as Chef Alain Ducasse and Chef Marchesi.
Overlooking the sea of the Gulf of Tigullio, Cracco Portofino opened in 2021 as the beating heart of the charming Ligurian seaside town of Portofino. Having previously visited Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi in July, Chef Cracco was inspired by GLOW’s incomparable setting, likening its stunning sunset views to those of Cracco Portofino in Italy.
This exclusive three-week takeover by Chef Cracco himself offers guests the unique access to this unparalleled Italian culinary experience. Marco Araujo, Resort Manager of Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi, said, “We are thrilled to welcome the esteemed Chef Carlo Cracco back to our island. The exclusive Cracco Portofino experience on our island unites our two styles of exceptional luxury hospitality and culinary leadership. Together, we invite guests to embark on a transcendent, modern culinary journey that is unmistakably Cracco, presented in this stunning location, further cementing Waldorf Astoria Maldives’ reputation as a true culinary destination.”
Guests can expect to be immersed in a multi-course experience emblematic of Cracco’s signature style: beloved dishes rooted in Italian tradition and elevated through ground-breaking execution to create something entirely new and thought-provoking.
Visits to award-winning Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi during the Cracco Portofino takeover promise a truly exceptional indulgence to ahead of the festive holiday period.
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