Taste of Texas Culinary Series

Experience authentic Tex-Mex to elevated barbecue in a limited-time event series, bringing the heart of Texas to the South Pacific in an unforgettable celebration of food and culture.

To celebrate Fiji’s newest air route connecting Dallas, Texas to Fiji, the InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa and Grand Pacific Hotel are presenting the exclusive “Taste of Texas” series, led by celebrated Texas chef, Greg Pawlowski.

For a limited time this November, Chef Pawlowski, executive chef of Kimpton Harper Hotel in Fort Worth and recently named “Favourite Chef” by Fort Worth Magazine, will bring bold and vibrant flavours of Texas to Fiji’s shores, offering guests a unique culinary journey through the tastes of his home state.

Known for his innovative techniques and deep appreciation of Texan cuisine, Chef Pawlowski has crafted a menu that pays homage to the spirit of Texas while celebrating Fiji’s fresh local ingredients. His creations, inspired by his family’s rich culinary heritage and honed through years in acclaimed kitchens including Wolfgang Puck’s establishments, promise a memorable experience for food lovers.

Guests are invited to immerse themselves in a series of unique dining events hosted across both InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa at Natadola and the Grand Pacific Hotel in Suva. Each event highlights a different aspect of Texas cuisine – from refined multi-course dinners to lively street food pop-ups and unforgettable beachside barbecues, showcasing the soul of Dallas in the heart of the South Pacific.

With exclusive, carefully curated menus, Chef Pawlowski will introduce iconic Texan dishes such as slow-smoked BBQ brisket, Tex-Mex street tacos, and indulgent desserts like Mississippi Mud Pie. Enhanced with live local entertainment, each event promises an atmosphere filled with the warmth and excitement of Texan gatherings.

The limited-time series of events includes:

· Texas Tastes at Twilight (Nov. 9th – 11th, Navo Signature Restaurant, InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa): An elegant multi-course dinner featuring refined Dallas-inspired dishes, perfect for a sophisticated evening.

· Dallas Street Food Pop-Up (Nov. 13th, Kama Lounge & Bar, InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa): A vibrant street food experience capturing the flavours of Dallas in a casual, lively setting.

· BBQ by the Beach (Nov. 14th, Kama Beachfront, InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa): A relaxed beachside BBQ, featuring Texas-style barbecue classics.

· Dallas Harbour Party (Nov. 19th, Na Toba Poolside, Grand Pacific Hotel): A grand Texan BBQ celebration with a beachside carving station, live entertainment, traditional BBQ sides and a Texan Margarita Pop-up Bar in partnership with The Distillery Co. Fiji.

“We’re honoured to collaborate with Fiji Airways and extend our thanks to Kimpton Harper Hotel for sharing Chef Greg Pawlowski with us to celebrate this exciting new connection between Dallas and Fiji,” said Lachlan Walker, portfolio general manager – IHG Hotels & Resorts, FNPF-owned Hotels.

“With Chef Pawlowski’s culinary artistry, we’re merging Texas’s bold flavours with the warmth of Fijian hospitality, offering our guests an exclusive and truly memorable journey. We look forward to bringing more of these unique experiences to our guests in the future.”

Designed for discerning travellers, local residents, and culinary aficionados, “Taste of Texas” is the ultimate experience in cultural fusion. Guests will be able to indulge in Chef Pawlowski’s exclusive menus paired with curated beverages, all set against the backdrop of Fiji’s pristine beaches and lush landscapes.

This limited engagement is expected to draw strong interest from food lovers, so reservations are essential to secure a place at these exclusive events. Packages are available that include food, beverages, and entertainment, providing a truly immersive experience for all attendees.

For reservations and enquiries, contact:

Grand Pacific Hotel – Phone: 3222000

Source: FNPF-owned IHG Fiji Hotels.

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