This October, the Maldives will become the stage for an extraordinary culinary evening. On October 28, 2025, JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa will host acclaimed Japanese chef Fumio Yonezawa for an exclusive, one-night-only dining experience: A Taste of No Code.
For the first time, Chef Yonezawa will bring his inventive approach to Japanese cuisine to the Maldives, as part of the TARO Japanese Chef Series. Curated by TARO, a platform known for highlighting Japan’s most refined cultural and culinary experiences, the series connects global travelers with exceptional talent in unforgettable settings.
Meet Chef Fumio Yonezawa
Chef Yonezawa’s story is one of creativity, discipline, and bold innovation. His journey began in Tokyo and led him to New York, where he became the first Japanese sous chef at the Michelin-starred Jean-Georges. Returning to Japan in 2014, he opened Jean-Georges Tokyo before launching No Code in 2022, a restaurant that defies convention with its no-menu philosophy. Guided by seasonality and instinct, No Code is as much an artistic expression as it is fine dining.
At JW Marriott Maldives, he will present his signature Omakase style through a five-course wine pairing dinner inside the resort’s Wine Room. With over 300 wine labels carefully chosen from around the world, this intimate space sets the perfect scene for dishes that highlight local Maldivian tuna, premium Wagyu beef, and Yonezawa’s meticulous craftsmanship.
More Than Dinner: A Complete Culinary Retreat
Beyond the one-night event, travelers have the chance to take part in something even more immersive. Through Marriott Bonvoy Moments, one member and their guest can secure a four-night culinary journey with Chef Yonezawa at JW Marriott Maldives.
The experience includes:
- Two nights in an Overwater Pool Villa and two nights in a Beach Pool Villa
- Omakase dinner in the Wine Room with wine pairings
- Daily breakfast at Aailaa
- A soothing aromatherapy spa ritual
- Seaplane transfers for a scenic arrival
From welcome cocktails to evenings curated by Chef Yonezawa himself, it is a rare opportunity to combine gastronomic discovery with the barefoot luxury of the Maldives.
JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa
Nestled in the Shaviyani Atoll, JW Marriott Maldives is a sanctuary of elegance and tranquility. With a focus on thoughtful luxury, every detail-from architecture to dining-is designed to inspire connection and lasting memories. It is here, against the backdrop of turquoise waters and white-sand beaches, that Chef Yonezawa’s creations will come to life.
If you’ve ever imagined pairing a luxury island escape with an unforgettable dining experience, this is your chance.
Book your stay now with Lets Go Maldives and be part of this once-in-a-lifetime journey.
