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high tea light
We’ve called high noon on the stuffy old hotel afternoon tea. Instead, recline on beanbags
and watch patiently as your chosen infusion deepens in colour inside a glass teapot. Then relax,
knowing that the plate of goodies arriving shortly will neither dampen your appetite for dinner
nor pander to your paunch. A menu of speciality teas is complemented by three delectable
courses of light island fare. First, savoury finger sandwiches filled neatly with local delicacies
selected to complement the traditional sliced cucumber. Next, warm scones served with
glistening mango jam and soy-free vegan whipped cream. Last, and by no means least,
a vintage tea tray overflowing with island gâteaux and tartlelettes.
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MARKET DAY
In recent years, neighbourhood
markets have become popular
throughout Europe. Reflecting a
growing disdain for global grocery
chains, markets are nurturing
a renewed appreciation and
demand for gourmet foods, organic
produce from regional farmers and
growers, artisan goods, fresh juices
and boutique wines. The islands
of the Indian Ocean are also home
to a variety of vibrant local markets
and on a weekly basis, LUX* invites
its guests to leave the cocooning
walls of the resort to explore
and experience the hubbub of
traditional island markets. Sample
typical street foods like Gâteaux
Piments (deep fried lentil balls)
and Dholl Puri (a spicy pancake
filled with lentils) or Bilimbi Confit
(a very bitter fruit dressed with
vinegar). The intrepid can also
sample Chevrettes – tiny shrimps
that are washed down with Agar
Alouda – a jelly-like seaweed drink
that leaves quite an impression
in your mouth.
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phone home
Hotels used to profit from overpriced
international phone calls before mobile
phones tipped the balance back in favour
of the guest. Now it’s the mobile phone
networks who are cashing in as they charge
an arm and a leg for roaming. We believe that
holidays should be stress free, which is why
if you explore our grounds you’ll find an old
telephone box that houses a VOIP phone,
which will let you make local and international
calls free of charge. We just ask one thing.
Please do not call the office!
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Photo shack
We all love a bit of nostalgic fun especially
when we’re at the seaside, so we’re inviting
you and your family to squeeze into one of
our digital photo booths for a spontaneous,
happy snappy photo shoot. But don’t
expect the grubby metal boxes you’re used
to in shopping malls and railway stations.
Housed in chic wooden shacks, our booths
are painted in vibrant colours, so when you
happen across one, be prepared to relax
and pull some silly faces. You can print your
photos too and this very clever photo shack
will even send them to your Facebook
account to share with your friends.
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the LUX
ISLAND BURger
Meatier, juicier and tastier, the
LUX* island burger is a patty of
pedigree and a burger for others
to beat. Our burgers contain only
the finest prime Australian rump,
a soupçon of fat to keep things tasty
and a twist of sea salt and freshly
cracked black pepper. It’s then grilled
to perfection on a barbeque steel
plate and served in your choice of
wholemeal, white or ciabatta bun.
Additions include red onion, lettuce,
homemade mayonnaise and mustard.
A slice of fresh lettuce, a side of hot
French fries and a secret recipe for
homemade tomato ketchup, top
off the order. Et voilà.
MINIBAR
Hotel minibars – you’ve opened one,
you’ve seen them all. We’ve all come to
expect the routine and uninspired contents:
old school Scotch, high sugar carbonated
drinks and tiny tubes of overpriced crisps.
This is your holiday so why can’t you select
the kind of minibar you would like? Even
our standard option is lighter and brighter.
Expect fresh lemonade, rooibos iced tea,
organic juices, our own Earth (still) and
Dance (sparkling) waters, wholesome
bites and local beers. On request, these
can be supplemented by more unusual
amenities such as chilled water atomisers,
swimming goggles, puzzles and the
occasional quirky surprise. One recent
couple asked for a chilled cucumber
in their minibar from which they cut
refreshing patches to soothe their eyes
after a long flight. We were happy to oblige.