44 Edition 2020

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“There is something mesmerizing about food sizzling over
an open fire,” said Chef Rainer. “From the native American
concept of the sacred fire pit (bara-bicu) to Japanese hibachi,
meaning ‘fire bowl’, to Indonesian satay and Middle
Eastern shish kebabs, it has a global appeal and has existed
since time immemorial.”
Sands’ new menu has been beefed up to include a selection
of meats and seafood adaptable to the 8-Fire techniques.
Diners have a choice of Australian Wagyu beef and Black
Angus steaks, lamb cutlets, BBQ pork ribs, chicken breast
or veal cutlets. Fresh local seafood choices include lobster,
jumbo prawns, scallops and squid, as well as imported
Norwegian salmon and Australian barramundi.
“We can really showcase the true aromas and flavors of seafood
and prime cuts by using smoke, flaming liqueurs and
truffle spray,” said Chef Rainer. “And of course, the tableside
presentation is spectacular. It’s fun for all the family with the
sizzling fires in all directions, but it can also be a romantic
evening for two with sea breezes, soft sand and fine wine.”
From the chef’s garden come the ingredients for vegetarian
options including risottos, pizzas and casseroles, fresh
salads, and pasta dishes such as pumpkin gnocchi. And
among the many mouthwatering starters on the new menu
are tuna tartar, pan-fried foie gras, beef carpaccio, Louisiana
crab cakes (in green mango salad) and the overwhelming
“Seafood Symphony for 2”.
Sands Restaurant overlooks the sapphire sea of the Gulf of
Thailand from a secluded cove flanked by coral reefs. It is
one of three signature dining venues at the award-winning
Banyan Tree Samui resort, which is recognized as one of the
leading hotels in Asia. The 38-acre property is nestled on a
steep hillside and hosts 88 luxury villas, each with its own
private infinity pool.
Sands seats 60 diners indoors and up to 42 on the open
terrace. The restaurant is open to Banyan Tree guests and
non-guests alike from 11:30am to 11pm, seven days a week.
Reservations are recommended.
Villas at Banyan Tree Samui, each with infinity pool, start
from US$550 per night.
About Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts
The Banyan Tree Group is a leading international operator
and developer of premium resorts, hotels, residences and
spas, with a collection of award-winning brands. Banyan
Tree offers a Sanctuary to rejuvenate the mind, body and
soul in awe-inspiring locations around the globe. Rediscover
the romance of travel as you journey to iconic destinations
where authentic, memorable experiences await. Angsana
brings the adventure back into travel whatever your age or
reason to visit. Intertwining local chic and a vibrant fun-filled
atmosphere, Angsana offers amazing destination playgrounds
across the world. Cassia is a bold new proposition
in the extended stay sector, offering stylish, cutting edge
hotel residences for holidays and business travel. It offers
incredible choice for families, friends and couples. Dhawa
is a casual and contemporary full-service hotel that fuses
imaginative design, absolute comfort and seamless technology
into a single stay experience. It curates a plethora of
choices to achieve a truly customised stay.
To date, the Banyan Tree Group manages and/or has ownership
interests in over 47 hotels and resorts, 63 spas, 73 retail
galleries; as well as three golf courses in 24 countries.
ABOUT BANYAN TREE HOLDINGS LIMITED
Banyan Tree Holdings Limited (“Banyan Tree” or the “Group”)
is a leading international operator and developer of premium
resorts, hotels, residences and spas, with 47 hotels
and resorts, 63 spas, 73 retail galleries, and three golf courses
in 24 countries. Each resort typically has between 75 to 300
rooms and commands room rates at the higher end of each
property’s particular market.
The Group’s primary business is centered on four brands: the
award-winning Banyan Tree and Angsana, as well as newly
established Cassia and Dhawa. Banyan Tree also operates
the leading integrated resort in Thailand – Laguna Phuket
-- through the Group’s subsidiary, Laguna Resorts & Hotels
Public Company Limited. Two other integrated resorts –
Laguna Bintan in Indonesia and Laguna Lăng Cô in Central
Vietnam – complete the status of the Group as the leading
operator of integrated resorts in Asia.
As a leading operator of spas in Asia, Banyan Tree’s spas are
one of the key features in their resorts and hotels. Its retail
arm Banyan Tree Gallery complements and reinforces the
branding of the resort, hotel and spa operations.