Celebrating the spirit of modern Maldivian hospitality, VARU by Atmosphere has expanded its culinary landscape with the launch of two exceptional dining venues: Teppanyaki Over Water and Cellar at NÜ. These immersive additions are designed to appeal to a growing community of both first-time and returning guests who appreciate authentic, inventive experiences.

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At Teppanyaki Over Water, seasoned chefs turn the art of Teppan grilling into an exhilarating performance. Guests are invited to an enchanting dining journey over the lagoon, where premium seafood, wagyu, and sushi are prepared with precision and flair, accompanied by sake cocktails and fine soju. The speciality restaurant delivers perfectly timed service, hot off the grill, straight to the plate, in a charming atmosphere that captures the essence of Japanese hospitality.

As the sun sets over the Indian Ocean, Cellar at NÜ invites guests to an elegant overwater wine degustation lounge, where evenings unfold with sophistication. Here, connoisseurs and curious beginners alike can embark on an enriching wine journey, exploring rare vintages and special selections paired with thoughtfully curated chocolate, cheese, and charcuterie platters. The highlight is the six-course Royal Wine Pairing Dinner, an elegant dance of flavours.

“At VARU, our cuisine, design, and service are intuitive and inventively curated”, said Maurice Van Den Bosch, the General Manager of VARU by Atmosphere. “We continue to evolve in meaningful ways. With Teppanyaki Over Water and Cellar at NÜ, we’ve created culinary journeys that are intimate, enriching, and true to the island’s generous spirit — offering guests new reasons to return, season after season”.  

For those seeking to mark special occasions, romantic evenings, or simply explore new cuisines, the two new overwater venues add an extra layer of indulgence, artistry, and celebration beyond the VARU Plan™, available for guests to pre-book and savour.

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Situated in the North Malé Atoll, VARU by Atmosphere is recognised globally in Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best 2025, ranking among the top 1% of listings worldwide. Its signature restaurant, Kaagé, has also been recognised as a winner of the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award 2025 for the fifth consecutive year, further cementing the resort’s reputation for exceptional dining. With its thoughtful new dining experiences, the VARU by Atmosphere invites guests to embrace an unforgettable, Naturally Maldivian island adventure.