Michelin star chef presents Dinner and a Masterclass at Aditya Resort
View(s):Aditya Resort, based in Rathgama, Galle, has long since revolutionised the standards and expectations of a traditional boutique hotel. In yet another innovative step, the resort recently hosted a first-of-its-kind dinner, complete with a master class by world-renowned, Michelin starred chef Alfred Prasad. Organised in partnership with Trekurious, the event centred on Indian street food re-imagined as fine dining dishes, the hotel group said.
Picture shows Chef Alfred Prasad and the masterclass in progress.
The initial dinner was planned by Chef Prasad and focused on traditional Indian street food dishes that have been reinvented while maintaining their authenticity and were paired with complementary wines.
Speaking on the event, Husain Dawoodbhoy, Managing Director, Hermitage Resorts (Pvt) Ltd explained, “At Aditya we believe in positively influencing the definitions of the industry and its expectations. Chef Prasad not only specialises in innovation, he also pioneers a cultural perception shift – showing that traditional food – in this case specifically Indian street food, can be modernised and gain a high degree of sophistication. I would also like to extend a special thanks to Trekurious. Not only did they initiate the project, they also liaised with Chef Prasad and assisted throughout the entire planning phase”.
Renowned as the single most influential resource on travelling in Sri Lanka, Trekurious brings together information and insights into the best places to experience. Curating the best fun, unique and immersive experiences to be had around the Island, Trekurious makes it possible to experience Sri Lanka in a myriad of different ways.
Speaking on his experience hosting an event at Aditya, Michelin star Chef Alfred Prasad enthused on both the facilities and the hospitality at Aditya, “It was an honour to be invited to cook at the beautiful Aditya hotel in Hikkaduwa. We were given a warm welcome by Shamindra Fernando, General Manager of the hotel, who went out of his way to ensure every detail was looked into. I enjoyed meeting Namal Wickramanayaka, Executive Chef. This talented chef runs one of the most clean and efficient kitchens I have seen.
He and his team worked tirelessly and offered me every possible support I would need. The hotel is a beautiful retreat for a getaway from every day busy-ness. I have returned to London with a bagful of happy memories of my weekend at Aditya and wonderful new friendships I have made”.