Believe it or not, one of the things that affects anyone’s decision to go on a wellness retreat is actually the quality of the food offered at the destination.
But for guests making their way to Chive-Som Hua Hin, an exceptional gustatory experience awaits them, one far removed from the dietary privation that has become a punchline when it comes to wellness cuisine.
While nutritionally-balanced, every meal served at Thailand’s leading wellness destination is characterised by an exquisite interplay of flavour, texture, and culinary mastery as Travel Daily Media’s own Gary Marshall will attest.
As Gary puts it: “Dining at Chiva-Som was always a pleasant surprise. From breakfast to dinner, we were treated to sumptuous meals that I am sure were prepared with great care. It’s good to know that, based on the interviews we had with in-house wellness advisors at the beginning of the stay, the dishes served were appropriate to our nutritional needs. In my case, these were foods that would help recovery whilst boosting immunity and vitality.”
Chiva-Som Hua Hin also offers two dietary options specifically developed for those in need of a hard physical reset or a detoxification from stressful environs.
These are:
- The Gut-healing Diet, an option that centres on the use of fibre and probiotics to improve a guest’s gut biome, thereby improving their digestive function in a much safer way than a crash or fad diet; and
- The Cleansing Diet which is a multi-stage process that ensures the removal of toxins and pollutants from the body through clean eating and adjustments to one’s nutritional intake.
From earth to table
Farm-to-table cuisine has long been synonymous with the global sustainability movement, but it is also in sync with Chiva-Som Hua Hin’s long-time ethos on holistic wellness.
Freshness is one of the key characteristics of the food served at the resort: after all, the quality of fresh produce deteriorates in the process of shipping it from farms to retailers, then again from the retailer to the kitchen.
Here, thanks to gardens strategically located within the resort grounds, staff raise the fruit, vegetables, and even herbs that will make their way into the hands of expert chefs who will transform them into wholesome, flavourful meals.
Add the fact that the produce gardens at Chiva-Som Hua Hin are certified organic by IFOAM-Organics International, and guests are assured that nothing that would be detrimental to their well-being may be found in their food.
Plus, seasonal eating makes the gustatory experience more exciting as menus shift in variety based on what produce is currently at its best in terms of freshness, ripeness, and quality.
Two exceptional dining venues
Likewise, guests are spoilt for choice as Chiva-Som Hua Hin is home to two establishments that offer extensive menus featuring a range of specialities that run from traditional treats to contemporary delights.
At Taste of Siam, Chiva-Som changes the game when it comes to beachfront dining, as guests may opt to dine within the cool interiors or right outside to catch the fresh sea breezes.
Breakfast here is served a la minute, prepared fresh in the open kitchen to one’s specifications.
Taste of Siam is also an excellent place to have lunch or dinner as it offers a choice between health-smart but exceptionally delectable versions of Thai classics, as well as a number of international specialities.
For those seeking a more refined dining experience, The Emerald Room opens its doors and offers a sumptuous pescatarian menu that highlights the freshly-caught bounty of the sea.
More adventurous diners also make their way to The Emerald Room for its popular steamboat menu which is both a fun and healthy way to enjoy the best that nature has to offer in terms of fresh ingredients.
Healthy eating beyond one’s stay
The beauty of Chiva-Som Hua Hin is that it goes beyond the temporary respite that many wellness facilities offer and more towards ensuring that each guest comes away with a curated plan for an improved lifestyle.
This extends to their diets as, thanks to wellness advisors who take a careful look at the physical condition of each guest, recommendations are made as what best to eat moving forward in order to stay well and healthy.
Plus, for those who want to bring the flavours of Chiva-Som Hua Hin to their homes in Thailand and beyond, the resort’s online boutique offers a range of tasty treats from infused honey and lemongrass tea to virgin coconut oil and delectable biscuits to change up one’s breaktime fare.
For more information regarding the services, amenities, and accommodations at Chiva-Som Hua Hin, be sure to visit their official website.
