Acquisition of Dioriviera at One & Only Resort Desaru Coast /

Get away from it all. Escape to the beach. Luxury in the sun. Or how about combining all these wishes and more on the enchanting coast of Desaru in Malaysia? This is exactly where Dior has created a haven of whimsical escapism with their unique Dioriviera takeover of Ember Beach Club, located on the luxurious One & Only Desaru Coast.

The Dioriviera pop-up showcases a selection of ready-to-wear garments, handbags, shoes and accessories, with a palette of soft tones perfect for summer by the sea. To further enhance this marriage of styles, colors and location, you’ll find surfboards, parasols, table tennis rackets and pétanque sets in the same iconic toile du Jouy styling. Wander among the sand sculptures, pose for selfies next to the beach huts and relax on the luxurious custom Dior furnishings that are all part of the remarkable transformation of this oceanfront retreat.

But as much as the exclusive collection of garments and accessories is impressively presented in this one-of-a-kind Dioriviera pop-up, what we were really excited about is Dior Cafe’s takeover of Ember Beach Club. With a set menu and a la carte dishes carefully crafted by Chef Raymond Tham, we were impressed to find vegan options available. Considered one of the leading chefs in Malaysia, its award-winning restaurants in Kuala Lumpur include Skillet and Beta. The culinary success of these restaurants brought him to the attention of Dior, who in turn appointed him to curate and run their imaginative and pioneering pop-up event on Malaysia’s east coast on the beautiful One & Only Desaru Coast.

One & Only Desaru Coast is one of the finest resorts in Malaysia. Its strategic location makes it perfect for Singapore residents looking for a weekend getaway, luxury staycations for expats and locals living in Kuala Lumpur or Johor Bahru, and of course, international luxury travel enthusiasts looking to enjoy the finer things in life. From the moment you arrive in this exclusive enclave, you can leave all your worries behind as the attentive team of staff will ensure that your stay is one to remember.

Desaru’s idyllic coast has azure waters and lush landscapes that provide the perfect escape, and One&Only Desaru Coast is the sparkling jewel in the crown of this remarkable corner of Malaysia. The combination of this unique location and the highest level of luxury is exactly what makes this sensational resort the perfect location for the acquisition of Dioriviera and Dior Cafe.

White sand, a sparkling pool and lush jungle views provided the perfect backdrop for the Dior-infused Ember Beach Club. Local ingredients and traditional dishes and cooking styles are celebrated with a sophisticated twist. Watch the chefs closely at work as they present food that looks beautiful enough to show off on its own culinary catwalk. Before your meal, enjoy a selection of carefully curated drinks, including deliciously delicious mocktails. Or why not fully embrace the Dioriviera takeover and opt for a local coconut literally branded with the famous Dior star of destiny, served with a metal straw, of course.

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Our vegan dishes from Chef Raymond Tham and his team at Dior Cafe have certainly lived up to their exemplary environment. Our starter was carefully arranged on the plate like a beautiful edible necklace. A subtle pepper kick from the Sarawak pepper crust on the small medallions of firm, fresh local tempeh, paired perfectly with charred grilled asparagus, a sweet, rich balsamic emulsion and salty black olives. Little heaps of finely chopped shallot, sweet jewels of fresh baby tomatoes and a scattering of fresh green lettuce leaves grown locally in the Cameron Highlands. It was the kind of dish you never want to end.

The next course was again firmly routed in Malaysian culinary tradition with a twist on the country’s famous ‘masak lemak’. Jicama was cooked to perfection, maintaining a crisp crisp texture and a brilliant contrast to the velvety smooth masak lemak sauce. Tender eggplant rich in a soy glaze and dark green leaves of cooked kale provided the next layer of texture and flavor, and a nest of fresh alfalfa sprouts topped the stack to finish off this exceptional dish. The star of the plate was definitely the vibrant yellow sauce created by combining a fresh spice paste of shallots, garlic, ginger and turmeric with rich coconut milk to produce a slightly sweet, deep flavored sauce packed with the flavors of the region.

Dessert was an elevated ‘badak berendam’ specially prepared for us by the efficient and friendly team at Ember Beach Club. A lightly salted Sarawak sago pudding with marshmallow-like, chewy sweet potato dumplings, soaked in rich sweet gula Melaka syrup, finished with a fluffy coconut foam. This was a dessert as delicious as the setting. But to fully attune your food to your surroundings, a sweet and creamy ice cream served straight from the Dior ice cream cart was an absolute must.

After a long, lazy and luxurious lunch, it was only right that we relax next to the sparkling swimming pool which was also fully encased in the Dioriviera logo and the iconic toile de Jouy in shades of pink and gray, another reminder that this is no ordinary beach club. This is Dioriviera Beach Club, full of unique styles, creative designs and delicious food that has to be seen to be believed.

Paul Eyers is founder of Vegan Food Quest. Vegan Food Quest have become luxury vegan travel specialists as they continue to find, eat and write about the best vegan food in the world.

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