Page 43 - MASALA Magazine Vol.15 Issue 5 | June - July 2024

If brunch is more your style, we had the ACTIVITIES & LOCALE Families are warmly welcomed with
pleasure of experiencing the resort’s latest attention to detail. Young guests are greeted
offering: a Weekly Indian & Thai Brunch The resort also offers an impressive selection with a specially-crafted check-in experience
Buffet (prices start at THB 999++), hosted of activities that cater to relaxation, wellness, featuring interactive activities to spark
every Saturday from 12pm to 4pm, perched and fun, ensuring a rejuvenating stay for exploration and creativity, rewarded with
right on the shores of Mai Khao. This brunch all guests. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy treats upon completion. The Family Kids
showcases authentic flavours of Indian and a variety of watersports including canoeing Club provides a haven for children with
Thai cuisine, featuring a wide array of food and paddle boarding, as well as beachside imaginative activities like a ball pit, painting
and beverage options, including packages activities like volleyball, badminton, options, a reading corner, and an outdoor
with free-flow drinks and sparkling wine for pickleball, and archery. For those who like playground, all overseen by attentive staff
that extra touch of midday indulgence. We to revel in friendly competition, there’s and equipped with safety measures and a
indulged in the decadent flavours of India even a pool table by the Ocean Kitchen bar, snack bar. Activities such as game nights and
with dishes like the tender Lamb rogan josh, perfect for enjoying a challenge over drinks. disco ensure there’s never a dull moment.
creamy Dal makhani, and classic Butter Additionally, themed family rooms like their
chicken, accompanied by steaming roti and Wellness aficionados can find solace at Safari and Ocean bedrooms are designed
rice. To balance out the richness, we enjoyed the Le Méridien Fitness Centre, open with child-friendly features, including
the punchy and refreshing Pani puri and a 24/7 and equipped with state-of-the-art play areas, books, and bath-time essentials,
small helping of Som tam from the open- machines, weights, and amenities like ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay
kitchen area. For seafood lovers, the brunch cold towels and refreshments. The centre’s for families.
also offered freshly grilled fish and crustaceans, traditional Thai architecture adds a serene
delivering a burst of oceanic deliciousness. touch to workout sessions. Alternatively,
guests can join sunrise yoga sessions by
During our stay, the resort’s Ocean Kitchen the shores, embracing the tranquillity of a
proved to be a culinary highlight, offering a sun salutation.
Mediterranean dining experience set against
the backdrop of aquamarine waters and sleek Spa lovers are pampered at the Explore
coastal design. Executive Chef Bom warmly Spa, offering Thai and oil massages, mani-
welcomed us and shared insights into the pedis, and a range of treatments in relaxing
restaurant’s sustainable ethos and locally- pavilions. Each session concludes with a
sourced ingredients, some even cultivated in soothing cup of tea, ensuring a blissful
their own garden. We savoured starters like experience from start to finish.
Greek salad, Seabass crudo, and Beef arancini,
followed by their seasonal signature drinks, The
golden spritz and Ocean front gold. The wood-
fired Burrata prosciutto pizza was a delight,
alongside main dishes like Wagyu picanha and
the New Zealand rack of lamb, both cooked to
perfection and served with creamy spinach and
mashed potatoes. Each bite showcased a blend
of flavours and culinary expertise, ensuring a
memorable dining experience that lived up
to the resort’s acclaim.

For a delightful pick-me-up throughout the
day, The Nook Resort Café & Bar proved
to be the perfect spot, offering pastries, craft
coffees, and a select menu of both Western
and Eastern delights. We indulged in their
unique and delectable Crème brûlée served
in a charred pineapple and topped with fresh
berries, accompanied by a cup of aromatic
craft java. During an enlightening discussion
with the resort’s marketing team and general
manager, we had the pleasure of sampling
their Afternoon tea set, featuring an array of
sweet treats and Indian bites. Additionally, we
savoured one of Chef Bom’s new creations,
lemongrass-infused white chocolate bites
made with fresh produce from their garden,
evoking the taste of summer itself. The
Nook, open from 7am to 11pm, caters to all
gastronomic needs throughout the day, and
its cosy coastal-themed ambience extends to
a boutique area offering daily essentials, local
souvenirs, and artisanal crafts.