Koh Samui welcomed the Final Contestants of Miss Lebanon Immigrant 2011

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Dubai and Middle East Offices organized a four day trip together with the Samui Tourism Association of Koh Samui, Etihad Airways, Bangkok Airways, the Melati Beach Resort and Chaweng Regent Beach Resort and invited the 25 finalists of the Miss Lebanon Immigrant 2011 to the paradise island Koh Samui.

The contestants stayed at the Melati Beach Resort and the Chaweng Regent Beach Resort and were impressed by the natural beauty of Koh Samui.

Besides the typical Sightseeing on Samui they also joined some volunteer activities such as Coconut Tree planting as well as planting orchids in the Angthong National Marine Park. The ladies took part in Thai Cooking classes and handicraft activities.
Additionally, each contestant experienced a luxurious spa treatment at Koh Samui’s most exclusive spas, including the Melati Spa, Banyan Tree Spa, Tamarind Spa and Silawadee Spa.

KC’s General Manager, Mr. Andreas Kraemer, as well as KC’s Executive Chef, Mr. Saowakit Preeprem, participated at the event and agreed that this is a perfect opportunity for the little island. Koh Samui is known to be one of the most beautiful places in the world and therefore very proud to host some of the most beautiful people in the world.

The 44$ Pie

It started out as trial as to what-to-do for the launch of the Secret Chef Society on Koh Samui, which was held on the 27th of September 2010 at Nikki Beach; just days before the six chefs - six course event at Six Senses, at their Dining on the Rocks Restaurant.

The $44 Pie was cut up in little slices as a "dessert" towards the end of the event, along with the favorite alternative, the hot cinnamon bun. However the $44 Pie was the winner and the talk of the event. Already now the pie is being sold as a take-away.

Ryan Dadufalza created this tantalizing caramel wonder and credits the sea salt in the recipe as being the key component.

“You need a good amount of salt in there to counter the copious amounts of sugar in the recipe,” says Ryan. He goes on by admitting that “it’s the main reason why the dessert is so well-received; it is a multifaceted taste experience.”

The $44 pie will live on in the menu of KC Resort & Over Water Villas' menu.

The Sound of Music

After the successful launch of The Secret Chef Society on Koh Samui, KC Resort & Over Water Villas, as the founding members, are now stepping up to make their Restaurant, "The View & Wine Lounge" even more attractive.

As of September a Violin Player will serenade guests every Tuesday through KC's very own Steak Night, which is a great deal by the way - each couple received one fine complimentary bottle of wine.

Then KC Resort & Over Water Villas are introducing Samui's only Russian Saxophone Player, who will perform every Friday for the Romantic Candle Night Dining experience.

The View Restaurant & Wine Lounge

KC Resort & Overwater Villas boasts a true 360° view spanning from Chaweng to Big Buddha and offers a signature dining experience with The View Restaurant & Wine Lounge. Facing the Eastern coast of Koh Samui, The View takes food to another level with Home-Crafted Cuisine. Expect to find cured meats, preserves and sauces - all crafted in-house. The menu includes all original dishes that are both simple and sophisticated.

We embrace seasonality and locality when creating your menu. Whenever possible, our food products are sourced directly from Samui and Thailand.

All breads are prepared and baked fresh daily in our bakery and a modest selection of cured meats and preserves are hand-made for use in our kitchen.In keeping with the spirit of home-crafted cuisine, we pledge each item on the following menu to be at least 50% locally-sourced, and at least 50% of each dish or main component to be crafted in-house.

Contact us on our 24 hour-dining-hotline: +66 85 690 0013 or mail: dining@kchotelsresorts.com

The Secret Chef Society on Koh Samui

Global Conglomerate Nikki Beach Announces Thai Partnership in New Progressive Restaurant Promotion Concept

Nikki Beach Koh Samui and KC Hotels & Resorts International, along chief Koh Samui restaurants The Cliff, The View Restaurant & Wine Lounge, Red Snapper, and Rocky's Boutique Resort, reveal contemporary dining experience program, "The Secret Chef Society."

Koh Samui, Thailand - August 12, 2010 - Partnering Restaurants of the Secret Chef Society move forward this week in what is thought to be the next level in exclusive dining at their Koh Samui locations. Comprised of top chefs and their respective restaurants, The secret Chef Society provides an ideal avenue for enjoying the best food and service Koh Samui has to offer in the form of memberships with accompanying benefits.

Diners who attend one of the participating restaurants and amount a bill upwards of the considerably reasonable minimum price per person will automatically be awarded admittance to The Society. In departure from the more common, typically bothersome diner's clubs, patrons will promptly be given a sleek membership card at the conclusion of their meal which will detail the other venues they are immediately granted VIP access to. Upon arrival at on of the esteemed restaurants of The Society, the customer need only present their membership card in order to begin enjoying the advantages, commencing with preferred seating at a uniquely adorned table and complimentary glass of sparkling wine. Aside from being given the standard restaurant menu, they will also be presented with a select, preferential menu restricted to Society members that will consist of dishes from the host Chef's innermost inspiration and fancy.

The official launch of "The Secret Society" will take place on August 27, 2010 at Nikki Beach Koh Samui. All Chefs belonging to the Society will be on hand themselves . previewing their signature dishes and superior cooking styles. Hailing from all over the world, each Chef contributes a different facet to the program. the drawing from their extensive training and travels.

About the colaborating Chefs :

Chef Brian Malloy's illustrious career, spanning nearly two decades, had its beginnings inIreland which also serves as his homeland. Having cooked at four corners of the world and everywhere in between, Chef Malloy was a pioneer in Global Cuisine and used its elements to create the food that Nikki Beach frequenters have come to kanow and love.

Chef Azizkandar Awang (Rock's Boutique Resort), originally from Kuala Lumpur, was classically trained in French cuisine and has earned several national awards including top honors at The Young Chef Challenge in Malaysia (2004). As the new Executive Chef at Rocky's, he has been delighting guests with his French and Mediterranean approach to fine dining.

Chef Sebastien Meunier (Red Snapper - Chaweng Resort), a native of France from Cagnes Sur Mer, worked on an array of Michelin restaurants before blessing Thailandwith his talents. Providing a modern take on Mediterranean cuisine, one can always expect cutting-edge technique, the freshest of produce, and a "big twist of passion."

Chef Ryan Dadufalza (The View Restaurant & Wine Lounge-KC Resort and Over Water Villas) was born and raised on Guam and received his formal training at the prestigious Culinary Institute of America, New York. Truly characterizing the concept of "Home-Crafted Cuisine," diners revel in his creative use of locally sourced ingredients produced in-house.

Chef Adrian Torres (The Cliff Bar and Grill) began his career at Le Cordon Blue Peru, located in his home town of Lima. Since then, his repertoire has grown to include influences from his time working Spain, Cuba, and New Zealand. Now bringing his expertise to Koh Samui, patrons can expect homemade, yet refined flavors built from the best domestic ingredients found on the island. All with his personal touch shining brilliantly through.

Contact: secretchefssamui@gmail.com

Dining on Koh Samui

Everyone loves food and most of us wish to have at least one memorable dinner during on holiday, or two, or three… 

If you are on Koh Samui on Honeymoon and like fancy dining underneath the stars on a moonlit beach or just a casual but excellent Thai Dinner, Samui offers it all. 

Cow meets Caviar, will be the new highlight on Samui’s Dining Heaven, located on the serene part of Chaweng Beach; this fine beach dining offers the fine skills of KC’s culinary instigator, Mr. Ryan Dadufalza. Ryan has cooked prior at Dining on the Rocks at the Six Senses Hideaway on Koh Samui. Looking at his creations it’s tough

not to use the word “performed”, rather than “cooked”. You may follow his blog at http://ryandkcreturns.blogspot.com/.

Samui offers many roadside stalls, marketplaces and vendors who even come to your door if the need should arise. Don’t be shy and give it try even though they would pass

hygiene control in your own country (at least by the first looks of it) – the food is delicious and great for every wallet.

Dining & refreshments is what you are offered when visiting “The View Restaurant & Wine Lounge” – a stunning, generous open spaced Restaurant located on the hill in Chaweng

overlooking the Gulf of Siam . Currently Ryan is introducing his skills at this breath-taking location and which is by the way enjoying great reviews on Tripadvisor. Chill at the Wine Lounge before dinner and choose from a wide range of Food magazines; Samui Wining & Dining newspaper, Thailand Tatler, Travel & Leisure, Conde Naste, Feinschmecker, and many more.

The View & Wine Lounge will soon be joining The Secret Chef Society on Koh Samui. Samui as a dining destination is growing with monthly events like Six Chefs, Six Courses at Six Senses on Samui and now the Secret Chef Society with their own podcasts and dining events.

Visit KC Resort & Over Water Villas at www.kchotelsresorts.com.

KC Hotels & Resorts has launched its new dining experience pre-opening campaign. It incorporates the name of the Restaurant, Cow meets Caviar, with some pretty funny sketches featuring “Crazy Cow” – always up to something. 

Click on the KC Resort Channel www.youtube.com/kcresortsamui .