Caprese Salad
Beef Carpaccio
Paccheri with Octopus Ragu
Tuna Steak with Potato Puree
Herb Crusted Beef Fillet with Sautéed Mushrooms
Warm Valrhona Chocolate Tartlet with Vanilla Ice Cream
Perched above the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, Aqua Overwater Restaurant at Diamonds Thudufushi offers an elegant dining experience celebrating the flavours and traditions of authentic Italian cuisine. With its breathtaking ocean views, sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere and attentive service, the restaurant provides a beautiful setting for a leisurely lunch or romantic dinner.
Italian classics take centre stage, with an enticing menu showcasing fresh ingredients, traditional recipes and beautifully executed dishes. We began with the refreshing Caprese Salad, a timeless combination of tomatoes, creamy mozzarella and fragrant basil. The delicate Beef Carpaccio was another excellent starter, allowing the quality of the ingredients to shine.
The pasta dishes are undoubtedly among Aqua’s greatest highlights, with authentic Italian flavours and wonderfully satisfying textures. We particularly loved the Paccheri with Octopus Ragù, featuring generous pasta tubes coated in a rich, deeply flavourful seafood sauce. It was a memorable dish that perfectly demonstrated the kitchen’s expertise in traditional Italian cooking. Alongside the Italian favourites, daily specials introduce additional variety, including fragrant local curries and freshly caught fish, allowing guests to explore regional flavours alongside the restaurant’s signature dishes.
For our mains, the Tuna Steak was beautifully prepared, while the Herb Crusted Beef Fillet offered a deliciously tender and flavourful alternative. Dessert was equally indulgent, particularly the Warm Valrhona Chocolate Tartlet, a decadent finale for chocolate lovers.
What makes Aqua especially memorable is the combination of exceptional Italian cuisine and its idyllic Maldivian surroundings. The welcoming team delivers polished, personable service, allowing guests to savour each course at an unhurried pace. For those who appreciate authentic Italian cooking Aqua is a wonderful dining destination at Diamonds Thudufushi.
www.thudufushibeach.diamondsresorts.com
Diamonds Thudufushi, Thudufushi 20190, Maldives
+960 668-0583