HONG KONG – Aug. 30, 2019 – Globetrotting foodies are getting ready for a rare treat as Australia's iconic Three Blue Ducks restaurant at W Brisbane takes its inventive paddock-to-plate dining concept on a culinary tour of two dream island destinations.

Delivering two extraordinary travel and dining experiences, chef Darren Robertson will be taking over the kitchen at Starfish Bloo on 30 August at W Bali-Seminyak, while Mark LaBrooy creates an epic beachside BBQ experience at Fire on the Beach on 6 September at W Maldives. The chefs will work with fresh local produce to present an exciting selection of dishes, inspired by their Three Blue Ducks menu.

Highlighting fresh produce and bold flavours, the Three Blue Ducks 'real food' philosophy was born from a shared love of travel, good company and great food. Both Darren and Mark were among the co-founders of Three Blue Ducks – Darren was trained in the UK under acclaimed chef Mark Raffan at the Michelin-starred Gravetye Manor, while Mark trained with Klaus Huber, the executive chef for the famed Bennelong and Sydney Opera House restaurants. Champions of sustainable farm-to-table cooking, they cook mindfully using local, ethically farmed produce, creating dishes that are banging with flavor.

“Great food is the ultimate social connector, it brings people to eat, laugh, drink and play together fueling the atmosphere with great energy," said Jacob De Boer Dorrego, Brand Director, W Hotels, Asia Pacific. "The Three Blue Ducks X W Hotels collaborations spotlight some great new philosophies on food and dining through exclusive Moments at two fabulous escape destinations. We are looking forward very much to welcoming our guests to these can't-miss events at W Bali-Seminyak and W Maldives”

30 August: Three Blue Ducks at W Bali-Seminyak with chef Darren Robertson

The Three Blue Ducks dinner at Starfish Bloo promises to be a pop-up event like no other, when chef Darren Robertson takes the helm in the kitchen to plate up tropical flavours with locally caught, sustainable seafood. Foodies will be treated to one-of-a-kind offerings that marry the best of Australian cuisine with locally-sourced produce such as Pacific Coast oysters with smoked kelp and cinnamon myrtle vinegar; raw Indonesian swordfish; Lobster with XO butter and greens; and grilled pineapples and chocolate and tepache granita. Starfish Bloo is W Bali's picture-perfect restaurant that is famous for its “scene to be seen” atmosphere, with its endless spread of international cuisines, magnetic beats by a resident DJ and unmatched views of legendary Seminyak Beach in the timeless tropical paradise island of Bali.

6 September: Three Blue Ducks at W Maldives with chef Mark LaBrooy

The contemporary luxury and iconic design of W Maldives sets the stage for an exclusive and unforgettable tropical escape. Three Blue Ducks chef Mark LaBrooy is going to deliver a memorable beachside BBQ experience when he takes to the kitchen at Fire on the Beach. Diners will kick back with cocktails under the stars and feast on a menu showcasing local produce such as tuna fish ceviche with quinoa crisps; grilled and butterflied prawns with avocado mousse; and Maldivian chilli lobster with roti and coconut sambal. Fire on the Beach is W Maldives' beachside destination restaurant, where tables are nestled next to palm trees for open-air dining by the Indian Ocean, and a large fire pit takes centre stage to light up the good vibes in the evenings. 

For more information and reservations, please visit: wmaldives.com and  wbaliseminyak.com

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About W Hotels Worldwide

Born from the bold attitude and 24/7 culture of New York City, W Hotels, part of Marriott International, Inc., has disrupted and redefined the hospitality scene for nearly two decades. Trailblazing its way around the globe, with over 50 hotels, W is defying expectations and breaking the norms of traditional luxury wherever the iconic W sign lands. With a mission to fuel guests' lust for life, W ignites an obsessive desire to soak it in, live it up and hit repeat. The brand's provocative design, iconic Whatever/Whenever service and buzzing Living Rooms create an experience that is often copied but never matched. Innovative, inspiring and infectious, the brand's super-charged energy celebrates guests' endless appetite to discover what's new/next in each destination, to see more, feel more, go longer, stay later. For more information on W Hotels, visit whotels.com/theangle or follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. W Hotels Worldwide is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy, the new name of Marriott's travel program replacing Marriott Rewards®, The Ritz- Carlton Rewards®, and Starwood Preferred Guest® (SPG). The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including earning points toward free hotel stays and nights toward Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit MarriottBonvoy.marriott.com.

About Three Blue Ducks

Three Blue Ducks was born in 2010 from a shared belief in good ethical food. Working with local suppliers who have the best quality produce and focusing on honest no frills, cooking, Three Blue Ducks are constantly evolving to ensure their business practices are ethical and sustainable. Driven by a desire to grow food locally, cook thoughtfully and waste nothing where they can, the Ducks are committed to creating interesting dishes that are banging with flavour – and a bit rough around the edges. It's less white tablecloth dining and more come-as-you-are kind of vibe. Alongside their restaurant at the W Brisbane, Three Blue Ducks has venues in Bronte, Byron and Rosebery, and will be opening in Melbourne this summer. To book or for more information, visit www.threeblueducks.com and follow @threeblueducks on Instagram and Facebook.

Media Contacts

For W Hotels Worldwide – Asia Pacific

Michele Lv
Marriott International

Director, Communications, Luxury Brands, Asia Pacific
Michele.Lv@marriott.com

Arjun Verma
Marriott International

Senior Manager, Communications, Luxury Brands, Asia Pacific

Arjun.verma@marriott.com