Just months after opening its doors and introducing a bold new expression of Mediterranean dining to the Maldives, Onda at The Standard, Maldives, by Hyatt has been nominated for Indian Ocean's Bes...
Onda, the Mediterranean dining concept at The Standard, Maldives, has been nominated for Indian Ocean's Best Mediterranean Cuisine Restaurant at the 2026 World Culinary Awards. Located on Huruvalhi Island in the Raa Atoll, the resort offers a vibrant social atmosphere across its 115 private-pool villas. This nomination arrives only months after the restaurant’s April 2026 debut, acknowledging its rapid emergence as a notable culinary destination within the region.
The restaurant, whose name translates to the Italian word for wave, focuses on a shared-dining philosophy inspired by coastal Mediterranean cultures. Its menu features signature items such as Wahoo Carpaccio and Red Snapper Crudo, served in an indoor-outdoor space designed to mirror the rhythm of the surrounding ocean. By securing this nomination, Onda joins a list of regional establishments recognized for excellence in hospitality and culinary standards, highlighting the resort’s commitment to providing distinctive, high-quality dining experiences for its guests.
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