Savour the Flavours of Indonesia, Now in Vishakhapatnam and Vijayawada With Novotel

Guest chef Faisal Martadinata flies in from Indonesia to bring authentic flavours to Andhra Pradesh

 This monsoon, Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach and Novotel Vijayawada Varun are set to transport guests to the heart of Southeast Asia with an authentic Indonesian food festival, led by celebrated guest chef Faisal Martadinata, who flies down from Indonesia for this exclusive showcase. Hosted at Red Bowl, the Pan-Asian restaurant at both hotels, the festival kicks off at Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach from 18th to 27th July, followed by Novotel Vijayawada Varun from 28th July to 4th August.

Meet Chef Faisal Martadinata — Master of Authentic Indonesian Flavours
Chef Faisal Martadinata brings with him a wealth of culinary expertise, straight from Indonesia’s culinary heartland. Having worked across top resorts and fine-dining kitchens in Bali and Jakarta, Chef Faisal is celebrated for his mastery of age-old recipes and his ability to present them with a modern flair.

His specially curated menu for Novotel highlights the diversity of Indonesian cuisine, balancing robust spices with soulful comfort food. Guests can look forward to authentic dishes like Beef Rendang, Soto Ayam, Nasi Goreng, and the iconic Dadar Gulung dessert, each telling a unique story of Indonesia’s rich gastronomic heritage.

“At Novotel, our restaurants are cultural spaces where flavours from across the world come alive. With Chef Faisal’s exclusive residency, we offer our guests a rare opportunity to experience authentic Indonesian cuisine, freshly prepared by a master chef who brings the true essence of his homeland to the plate.”

Lakshmi Sridhar, General Manager, Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach,

 “This festival is about more than food—it’s a cultural experience. Chef Faisal’s specially crafted menu mirrors our vision of thoughtful, experience-led dining and promises an exciting journey through Indonesia’s most loved dishes.”

Manish Pathak, Hotel Manager, Novotel Vijayawada Varun,

Event Details:

Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach | 18 – 27 July 2025 | Lunch & Dinner | À la carte
Novotel Vijayawada Varun | 28 July – 4 August 2025 | Lunch & Dinner | À la carte

As a brand known for celebrating global cultures through culinary excellence, Novotel continues to offer meaningful dining experiences that go beyond the plate, bringing international flavours and traditions closer to home for food enthusiasts in Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada.