Kapuhala is thrilled to debut a new restaurant identity: Halapua, located within the soon to open Kapuhala Koh Samui Tropical Farm and Training Retreat in Thailand. Halapua is the first high-end plant-based restaurant of its kind in Koh Samui, part of the global Kapuhala lifestyle brand, with sister locations in Hong Kong and Sicily, Italy.
Kapuhala is thrilled to debut a new restaurant identity: Halapua, located within the soon to open Kapuhala Koh Samui Tropical Farm and Training Retreat in Thailand. Halapua is the first high-end plant-based restaurant of its kind in Koh Samui, part of the global Kapuhala lifestyle brand, with sister locations in Hong Kong and Sicily, Italy.
An authentically gourmet dining experience, Halapua showcases the finest plant-based menu with dishes incorporating seasonal produce sourced from the on-site natural farm when possible, as well as buying freshest fruit and vegetables directly from local Thai suppliers who are passionate to share the flavours of the land.
Chef’s personal interpretation of contemporary plant-based cuisine integrates modern international fusion of Classic French cooking and modernist cuisine techniques to create and reimagine classic dishes like gnocchi, foie gras, steak and potato as well as create new flavour combinations by utilising his extensive knowledge and experience he accrued through his extensive career traveling the world.
Located on the beautiful Thai island of Koh Samui, Halapua is immersed in the carefully preserved native lush tropical nature of Kapuhala Koh Samui Tropical Farm and Training Retreat where Tented Villa accommodation set to open December 2019. The retreat will offer fitness enthusiasts, race runners, corporate high-achievers and those looking to adopt a more eco-conscious approach to travel a holistic and life-enhancing travel experience via a combination of guest services that consider circadian rhythm, plant-based diet benefits, bio-hacking techniques and beyond.
Antoine Auray (Tito) Food and Beverage Manager and head Mixologist said, “We are delighted to bring the new restaurant, bar and lounge to Koh Samui’s local community. The menu offers unique high-end plant-based dining, and it’s the only one on the island of its kind. Our rooftop mixology lounge is affectionately viewed as a vibrant mixology laboratory; where superfoods, herbs and nootropic-like ingredients are mixed for the ultimate experience harmoniously pleasuring the palate, body and mind all at once. We are all about inclusivity, offering mocktails and lower alcohol volume cocktails so there’s something for all guests to enjoy”.
Enjoy the scenic vistas of Chaweng Noi while Executive Chef Gregory Hill showcases the incredible range, complexity and innovation that plant-based cuisine has to offer. Using modern techniques and high gastronomy to create a menu filled with bespoke dishes, you’ll embark on a luxurious sensory journey.
Those really looking to make a weekend of it can check-in for the night and take advantage of the exceptional views, group fitness and yoga training, and conceptually unique accommodation.
The Cuisine
Executive Chef Gregory Hill said, “We proudly admit that, Kapuhala Koh Samui was conceived several years ago as a plant-based project, making us the “Game Changers before the (Netflix) Game Changers! We have created a new restaurant concept that connects gourmet plant-based dining to fitness and social living. We don’t just create beautiful plant-based food, we are highlighting how physical and cognitive performance is directly connected to nutrition.”
Authentically plant-based dining at Hapahula showcases an unforgettable experience to enjoy the chef’s interpretation of gourmet plant-based cuisine.
The menu is an invitation to experience 100% plant-based dishes – inspired by international flavours, classic French cooking and modernist culinary techniques.
