India, June 18 -- Marriott's Luxury Dining Series - "Across the Table" (August-October 2026) is designed to celebrate connection through food, drink, and storytelling. It spans luxury destinations across Asia and concludes aboard the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection.
Vietnam - JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay
Aug 5-9
- Heritage dinners, French-Vietnamese fusion menus, champagne brunches, cacao masterclass
Thailand - The Naka Island, Phuket
Aug 12-15
- Omakase & craft brew, multi-chef banquets, gin blending, textile dyeing workshops
Maldives - St. Regis Vommuli Resort
Aug 26-30
- Cantonese-Pan-Asian collaborations, Mediterranean showcases, wine tastings, sunset cocktails
Indonesia - Mandapa, Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Bali
Sept 9-11
- Heritage banquets, fermentation-led menus, jungle foraging, spa-culinary journeys
Japan - Ritz-Carlton Kyoto
Sept 23-26
- Kaiseki storytelling, sushi & tempura symphonies, Pierre Herme afternoon tea, cocktail craftsmanship
At Sea - Luminara, Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
Oct 9-18
- Kyoto-inspired menus, Kyushu seasonal dining, refined cocktail evenings, pastry demonstrations
Program Themes
- Chefs [At The] Table - chefs dine with guests, sharing stories.
- The Grand Banquet - immersive dinners at iconic sites.
- Heirloom AM/PM - menus built around heritage ingredients.
- Page to Plate - curated recipe collections to take home.
- Shared Memory Menu - mixology tied to memory and place.
- Spirited Social - dynamic bar takeovers.
- Journey to Exceptional Taste - tours, masterclasses, and cultural exchanges.
The Essence
Oriol Montal, Marriott's Regional VP of Luxury (Asia Pacific excluding China), describes this edition as focusing on "the emotional heart of dining, exploring how stories unfold, flavors linger, and connections deepen when meals are shared."
Exclusive hotel packages are available, and Marriott Bonvoy members can redeem Moments points for these experiences.
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