136 44th | Vol 29 | 2020 | www.hotelier-indonesia.com“There is something mesmerizing about food sizzling overan open fire,” said Chef Rainer. “From the native Americanconcept of the sacred fire pit (bara-bicu) to Japanese hibachi,meaning ‘fire bowl’, to Indonesian satay and MiddleEastern shish kebabs, it has a global appeal and has existedsince time immemorial.”Sands’ new menu has been beefed up to include a selectionof meats and seafood adaptable to the 8-Fire techniques.Diners have a choice of Australian Wagyu beef and BlackAngus steaks, lamb cutlets, BBQ pork ribs, chicken breastor veal cutlets. Fresh local seafood choices include lobster,jumbo prawns, scallops and squid, as well as importedNorwegian salmon and Australian barramundi.“We can really showcase the true aromas and flavors of seafoodand prime cuts by using smoke, flaming liqueurs andtruffle spray,” said Chef Rainer. “And of course, the tablesidepresentation is spectacular. It’s fun for all the family with thesizzling fires in all directions, but it can also be a romanticevening for two with sea breezes, soft sand and fine wine.”From the chef’s garden come the ingredients for vegetarianoptions including risottos, pizzas and casseroles, freshsalads, and pasta dishes such as pumpkin gnocchi. Andamong the many mouthwatering starters on the new menuare tuna tartar, pan-fried foie gras, beef carpaccio, Louisianacrab cakes (in green mango salad) and the overwhelming“Seafood Symphony for 2”.Sands Restaurant overlooks the sapphire sea of the Gulf ofThailand from a secluded cove flanked by coral reefs. It isone of three signature dining venues at the award-winningBanyan Tree Samui resort, which is recognized as one of theleading hotels in Asia. The 38-acre property is nestled on asteep hillside and hosts 88 luxury villas, each with its ownprivate infinity pool.Sands seats 60 diners indoors and up to 42 on the openterrace. The restaurant is open to Banyan Tree guests andnon-guests alike from 11:30am to 11pm, seven days a week.Reservations are recommended.Villas at Banyan Tree Samui, each with infinity pool, startfrom US$550 per night.About Banyan Tree Hotels & ResortsThe Banyan Tree Group is a leading international operatorand developer of premium resorts, hotels, residences andspas, with a collection of award-winning brands. BanyanTree offers a Sanctuary to rejuvenate the mind, body andsoul in awe-inspiring locations around the globe. Rediscoverthe romance of travel as you journey to iconic destinationswhere authentic, memorable experiences await. Angsanabrings the adventure back into travel whatever your age orreason to visit. Intertwining local chic and a vibrant fun-filledatmosphere, Angsana offers amazing destination playgroundsacross the world. Cassia is a bold new propositionin the extended stay sector, offering stylish, cutting edgehotel residences for holidays and business travel. It offersincredible choice for families, friends and couples. Dhawais a casual and contemporary full-service hotel that fusesimaginative design, absolute comfort and seamless technologyinto a single stay experience. It curates a plethora ofchoices to achieve a truly customised stay.To date, the Banyan Tree Group manages and/or has ownershipinterests in over 47 hotels and resorts, 63 spas, 73 retailgalleries; as well as three golf courses in 24 countries.ABOUT BANYAN TREE HOLDINGS LIMITEDBanyan Tree Holdings Limited (“Banyan Tree” or the “Group”)is a leading international operator and developer of premiumresorts, hotels, residences and spas, with 47 hotelsand resorts, 63 spas, 73 retail galleries, and three golf coursesin 24 countries. Each resort typically has between 75 to 300rooms and commands room rates at the higher end of eachproperty’s particular market.The Group’s primary business is centered on four brands: theaward-winning Banyan Tree and Angsana, as well as newlyestablished Cassia and Dhawa. Banyan Tree also operatesthe leading integrated resort in Thailand – Laguna Phuket-- through the Group’s subsidiary, Laguna Resorts & HotelsPublic Company Limited. Two other integrated resorts –Laguna Bintan in Indonesia and Laguna Lăng Cô in CentralVietnam – complete the status of the Group as the leadingoperator of integrated resorts in Asia.As a leading operator of spas in Asia, Banyan Tree’s spas areone of the key features in their resorts and hotels. Its retailarm Banyan Tree Gallery complements and reinforces thebranding of the resort, hotel and spa operations.
44th | Vol 29 | 2020 | www.hotelier-indonesia.com 137A Banyan Tree chefprepares a flamingflambéSince the launch of the first Banyan Tree resort, BanyanTree Phuket, in 1994, Banyan Tree has received over 2,480awards and accolades for the resorts, hotels and spas thatthe Group manages. The Group has also received recognitionfor its commitment to sustainability for environmentalprotection and emphasis on corporate social responsibility.In addition to its currently operating hotels, resorts,spas and golf courses, the Group currently has 21 hotelsand resorts under construction, and another 31 underdevelopment.www.banyantree.comwww.angsana.comwww.cassia.comwww.dhawa.comVILLAS AT BANYANTREE SAMUI, EACHWITH INFINITYPOOL, START FROMUS$550 PER NIGHT.
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