Alila Jabal Akhdar Welcomes New Executive Chef Danny Wilkinson

Alila Jabal Akhdar is pleased to announce the appointment of Danny Wilkinson as Executive Chef, who brings 12 years of experience and the best of his culinary ingenuity to the dining experience at the resort.

British-born, Danny built the early years of his culinary career in gastropubs and casual restaurants, before moving on to five-star hotels and Michelin-starred establishments, trained by some of the world’s top chefs.

From 2011 to 2013, he worked at the 5-star luxury Coworth Park Hotel in Ascot, UK, part of the Dorchester Collection, where he had the opportunity to cook regularly for Queen Elizabeth as well as numerous celebrities and movie stars. He then joined the three-Michelin-starred Waterside Inn where, working alongside chef-patron Alain Roux, he learnt how simple food can taste amazing with meticulous care and attention to every detail from land to plate.

In 2014, Danny’s culinary journey brought him to the Middle East where he furthered his experience as Sous Chef at Pacha Ibiza Dubai’s French fine dining restaurant, Frioul, as Head Chef at The Sportsman’s Arms in Abu Dhabi, and most recently as Private VVIP Chef at the exclusive Al Gurm Villas.

Drawing on his experience in both fine and casual dining, and a world of different cuisines, including British, European, American and Middle Eastern, Chef Danny believes in using the best of his knowledge to create great food that is not only moreishly tasty but presented invitingly too. As the Executive Chef at Alila Jabal Akhdar, Chef Danny will oversee its ongoing commitment to sustainability. All food waste produced by the hotel is composted and provides vegetable waste oil back to the hotel’s organic farm. In addition, the restaurant has built its menu entirely around sustainable practices, farm-to-table meals, as well as waste and plastic reduction.

Beside cooking, Danny is a very talented sportsman, having played basketball for his university, snooker in the premier league, golf with a plus 8 handicap, and competitive rifle shooting. Surrounded by the raw beauty of the mountains at Alila Jabal Akhdar, no doubt Danny will be found quenching his thirst for new challenges out on the Via Ferrata!

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ABOUT ALILA JABAL AKHDAR

Jabal Akhdar, meaning “The Green Mountain” in Arabic, is part of the Al Hajar mountain range, one of Oman’s most spectacular regions. Perched here 2,000 metres above sea level, Alila Jabal Akhdar overlooks a dramatic gorge, surrounded by awe-inspiring views of the Al Hajar Mountains. This Oman resort is the perfect base for exploring the region’s magnificent landscape of rugged, untouched beauty while experiencing the height of sumptuous comfort. Favoured amongst hotels in Nizwa, the resort is a haven for adventure travellers, nature lovers and those seeking a retreat from the desert heat.

ACCOLADES

Conde Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards - Voted 19th in ‘Best Overseas Holiday Hotel –

The Middle East, Africa & The Indian Ocean

Telegraph UK – 20 of the Best Hotel Baths with Show-Stopping Views 2018

TripAdvisor No.7 Top Luxury Hotels - Middle East 2018

Andrew Harper Grand Awards Winner Favourite Hotel, Pools, Spa 2018

Condé Nast Traveler's Our Favorite Hotels in the World: Gold List 2018

Conde Nast Traveller Middle East Readers’ Choice Awards Top Oman Resort and No.3 Middle East resort 2017

Global Brands Magazine Awards – Best Boutique Resort Oman 2017

BBC Good Food Middle East Awards Restaurant of the year Oman 2017

Time Magazine Top 10: The World's Most Instagrammable Hotels In 2017

Forbes 25 Most Unusual Hotels in the World 2017

Escapism UK The Coolest Hotels In The World For 2017

The Style Junkie Killer View 2017

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ABOUT ALILA

Surprisingly Different

The hallmark of Alila is the combination of innovative design and luxury in unique locations, set apart by an unprecedented level of private space, crafted artisanship, personalized hospitality, and bespoke journeys. Alila means “Surprise” in Sanskrit, which suitably describes the refreshing character of our properties and impressions of our guests when they stay with us. In support of sustainable tourism, Alila hotels adopt EarthCheck operating standards, integrating the natural, physical and cultural elements of their environments. To stay at any of Alila's hotels & resorts is to embark on a destination experience – be it in recreating the flavors of the local cuisine, enhancing your well-being through ancient healing arts or the thrill of adventure sports, you will re-discover the luxury of living at Alila. For more information visit www.alilahotels.com, follow us on Instagram @AlilaHotels or like us on Facebook.

About OMRAN

Oman Tourism Development Company SAOC (OMRAN) drives the investment, growth and development of the rapidly growing tourism sector in the Sultanate of Oman. The company is the master developer of major tourism, heritage, urban and mixed-use projects, delivering some of the nation’s most visionary and iconic destinations. As the leading executive government arm for tourism development, OMRAN has a proven track record of delivering tourism and related projects to a world-class standard, due to our core philosophy of sustainability, transparency and partnering with renowned regional and international investors. Importantly, by working in close collaboration with the local communities, as well as the public and private sector, sustainability is built into every project. The company’s portfolio of projects, asset management expertise and investment experience embraces the unique aspects of Oman’s culture and heritage, while safeguarding the natural beauty of the country for the future generations.

About Two Roads Hospitality

Two Roads Hospitality is an international lifestyle company encompassing an unrivaled collection of distinctive properties, passionate people, and remarkable experiences around the globe.  The company is named for the newly-merged Commune and Destination Hotels, bringing together over 40 years of combined expertise exclusively dedicated to the boutique and lifestyle space.  Comprised of Joie de Vivre Hotels, Thompson Hotels, Destination Hotels, tommie and Alila Hotels & Resorts, the company is the leading operator of independent and lifestyle hotels with almost 100 properties in eight countries and growing, also boasting an extensive roster of award-winning restaurants and bars, stunning vacation residences, world-class golf courses, and indigenous spa and wellness offerings.  For more information on Two Roads Hospitality, visit www.tworoadshotels.com, follow us on Twitter @TwoRoadsHotels, or like us on Facebook.

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A memorable trip demands more than a comfortable stay. DISCOVERY, an award-winning global loyalty program, provides nearly 12 million members recognition and perks across 500 hotels, resorts and palaces in 76 countries. Elite members have the opportunity to immerse themselves in local culture through Local Experiences, distinctive activities that capture an authentic taste of each destination. For more information visit discoveryloyalty.com