Secret Retreats Blog - Unveiling the essence of Asia

Saturday 20th October Join Chef Khamphaeng from Le Calao Restaurant to indulge your flavour sensations on International Chef’s Day. The Chef’s elegantly designed 8 course Laotian tasting menu features dishes based upon his favourite…
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Imagine what might happen to your senses when two of Asia’s best chefs, specialising in modern- Singaporean cuisine, join forces for one night only? Chef Jimmy Lim, of the much lauded Taiwan-based restaurant, JL Studio, will be…
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For true adventurers, it isn’t enough to travel to lesser-known destinations – only the most remote, still undiscovered corners of the earth will do. To fully escape and see something entirely new, there’s no better way to explore than…
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30 June - 1 July, Masque’s culinary philosophy with Chef Sadhu, aligns with Chicago's Michelin star chef, Mike Bagale’s understanding that rustic, locally-grown products sourced from nearby regions can be elevated to fine-dining…
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Yes, that’s right, we said Europe. While Secret Retreats is dedicated to bringing you Asia’s most special hotels, villas, cruises and restaurants we know that our guests don’t just travel in Asia. The world is your oyster…but you’d…
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To travel to the heart of Asia's ancient kingdoms, you must wander its waterways. While flying in and out of the region’s enticing destinations gets you a glimpse of the highlights, a slow journey along its rivers, which formed the…
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Golden pagodas, ancient ruins, creative cuisine, age-old customs and contemporary hospitality – while Myanmar’s unique sights charm visitors, it’s the warmth of the country’s people that will linger in your memory for years to come. By…
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It’s no co-incidence that Chef Tam (Chudaree Debhakam), Thailand’s very first winner of Top Chef Thailand, has chosen to work with Chef Black of Blackitch, Chiang Mai. Tam is working across a series of pop-up events throughout…
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In November 2017 Chefs Eelke, Fido and Chris were invited to cook at JL Studio in Taichung, Taiwan. The success, fun and passion of this international collaboration now sees Chef Jimmy Lim return the visit, this time to share the…
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Birthed by volcanoes and naturally abundant, the islands of Indonesia stretch in a long chain between the Indian and Pacific Oceans. As an island nation, Indonesia has by necessity been connected through a tradition of seafaring. The most…
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