A Star-Studded Culinary Paradise: Lily Beach Resort hosts Chef Igles Corelli for Exclusive Maldives Takeover
04 June, 2025
Imagine savoring Michelin-starred Italian cuisine while gazing at the Maldives’ turquoise waters—this August, that dream becomes reality at Lily Beach Resort & Spa. From August 11–18, 2025, the resort hosts legendary chef Igles Corelli, a titan of Italian gastronomy, for an unprecedented culinary takeover. Here’s why this is the ultimate foodie pilgrimage.
✨ The Maestro: Igles Corelli’s Legendary Legacy
With 5 Michelin stars tattooed on his arm—a testament to his extraordinary career—Corelli is a revolutionary force in global cuisine:
-
Innovator of Concepts: Pioneer of “Circular Kitchen” (zero-waste philosophy) and “Garibaldine Cuisine,” spotlighting local, overlooked ingredients.
-
Culinary Pedigree: Led Trigabolo restaurant to two Michelin stars, rivaling icons like Gualtiero Marchesi. Mentored 21 starred chefs.
-
Media Star: Bestselling author of 12 cookbooks (including La Caza de Igles) and host of acclaimed TV shows on Gambero Rosso Channel.
🍝 The Experience: A Symphony of Italian Flavors in Paradise
During the takeover, guests will indulge in Corelli’s artistry through:
-
Exclusive Creations: Daily signature dishes at Aqua Restaurant, blending Italian ingenuity with Maldivian seafood.
-
Gourmet Dinner Extravaganza: A one-night-only immersive dining event featuring Corelli’s iconic plates, like his reinvented regional classics.
-
Interactive Moments: Live cooking demos and chef’s table encounters, revealing his “Circular Kitchen” techniques.
💎 Why Lily Beach Resort? Luxury Meets All-Inclusive Excellence
Nestled on a private island just 25 minutes from Malé by seaplane, this award-winning Platinum All-Inclusive resort sets the stage:
-
Dining Perfection: 4 restaurants and 4 bars, from international buffets to premium à la carte—all covered in the package.
-
Unmatched Amenities: Overwater spa, PADI dive center, snorkeling house reefs, and curated excursions (3 per stay included!).
-
Accommodations: Choose from sunset water suites with private pools to lagoon villas with direct ocean access.
🍽️ Beyond the Plate: Crafting Unforgettable Memories
While Corelli’s cuisine dazzles, the resort amplifies the magic:
-
Wellness Harmony: Balance indulgence with Ayurvedic treatments at Tamara Spa or sunrise yoga.
-
Adventure Awaits: Dive with manta rays, join a sunset fishing trip, or kayak through bioluminescent waters.
-
For Families: Kids’ club programs and spacious Family Beach Villas ensure all ages thrive.
🌟 Testimonial: A Chef’s Perspective
“At Lily Beach, nature writes the menu. The ocean’s bounty, paired with Maldives’ light, inspires dishes that honor both Italy and this paradise.” — Igles Corelli
📅 Your Invitation to Culinary Bliss
Event: Chef Igles Corelli Culinary Takeover
Dates: August 11–18, 2025
Resort: Lily Beach Resort & Spa, Maldives
Pro Tip: Pair Corelli’s residency with the resort’s Harmonic Bliss Week (November 22–28, 2025), featuring floating sound baths 2 for a year of transformative escapes.
BOOK NOWRelated stories
Lily Beach Resort and Spa - All Inclusive
The five-star Lily Beach Resort is located on the 600-metre-long and 110-metre-wide island of Huvahendhoo in South Ari Atoll. Today, Lily Beach Resort and Spa ranks among the leading resorts in the country with Premium All Inclusive, which was the result of an excellent redesign and reconstruction of the hotel. With its Platinum Plan, which includes far more than the traditional package of cocktails, premium brands, champagne and international culinary delights, Lily Beach offers luxury all-inclusive holidays at the highest level. These include two excursions, which can be selected from a wide range of activities, including sunset fishing, snorkelling trips or a visit to a local island.
At your disposal are 125 luxurious villas in five categories. Add to this, the Tamara Spa, Prodivers Diving School, a specialty and main restaurant featuring fine dining, three bars, a shisha lounge, Turtles Kids’ Club, and one of South Ari Atoll’s best house reefs. Guests can also enjoy a diverse entertainment programme with live music and DJs, traditional cultural performances, fish feeding and much more.
Read More
2025 Maldives Resort Trends: What’s New for Multi-Generational Travel?
New Openings & Multi-Generational Family Travel Guide
Read More
Best Maldives Resort Offers & Packages
Find out more about the most unparalleled Maldives hotel deals and special rates, when Book Direct your next beach holiday
Read More
Maldives Hotel Reviews
Some of the best hotels and resorts in the Maldives are already included in this list, and the good part of them offers the best prices. We will constantly add new hotels
Read More
Maldives First Time Visitor Guide: Essential Tips & Insight
Welcome to our comprehensive guide for first-time visitors to the Maldives!
Read More
The Most Anticipated Openings in the Maldives 2025/26
Dive in to explore what makes these luxury Maldives openings 2025/26 so special
Read More
Maldives Liveaboards Guide: Itineraries, Tips & Best Boats
Plan your Maldives liveaboard trip with our expert guide! Compare itineraries, costs, and boats.
Read More
Maldives Luxury Guide
Here's the best of Maldives for luxury travellers. We've compiled the finest recommendations of places to stay, ranging from the most celebrated five-star resorts to luxurious private islands Read More
Maldives Romantic Guide
The ultimate ‘flop and drop' and honeymoon destination, the Maldives is the playground for the most amazing and finest utilization of each second of this extremely valuable and hopeful time with each other in tota Read More
Maldives Budget Guide
Budget travellers choose Maldives as their destination of choice thanks to the variety of affordable stays Read More
Maldives Family Guide
Maldives - a name that became synonymous with honeymooners' paradise in the tourism world, has slowly Read More
Maldives Diving Guide
The life of these paradise islands below the Indian Ocean's level is the main draw attracting thousands of divers Read More