Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 28 October 2024: Hotel Indigo Jabal Akhdar Resort & Spa announces the appointment of Rohit Pushpavanam as Executive Chef. Chef Rohit will oversee all culinary operations at the resort, including Vue Rooftop & Lounge, the highest rooftop lounge in the Middle East offering breathtaking views, Zaatar restaurant with its modern interpretations of regional cuisine, and Café Wadi Habib, reminiscent of a casual Omani souq. He brings over 20 years of culinary expertise and a passion for innovative, locally-inspired cuisine to this stunning mountain resort in Oman.

Chef Rohit's career includes positions at Cheval Blanc Randheli, One & Only Reethi Rah, and Alila Hotels by Hyatt. His work has taken him across the Maldives, UAE, and India, where he has consistently delivered quality dining experiences.

“Joining Hotel Indigo Jabal Akhdar gives me the opportunity to work with Oman's unique ingredients,” says Chef Rohit. “I look forward to creating menus that showcase local flavours, whether for a dinner at Vue Rooftop & Lounge or a cooking class. Our aim is to offer experiences that highlight this region's culinary traditions.”

Chef Rohit has spent six months researching Oman's produce, markets, and local cuisine, developing an understanding of the area's flavours.

The resort offers several dining options, including breakfasts with mountain views, Omani-inspired menus, cooking classes, outdoor barbecues, and private dinners.

Hotel Indigo Jabal Akhdar Resort & Spa is IHG's first Hotel Indigo resort in the region. The 173-room property focuses on providing a mountain retreat with an emphasis on local experiences and sustainability.

For reservations: stay.indigojabalakhdar@ihg.com