THIS Sunday, April 20, Suva’s Grand Pacific Hotel will host Harbour Lights – A Coastal Culinary Odyssey – a one-night-only fire-fuelled dining experience that brings together world-class culinary creativity and the essence of Fijian hospitality.
Leading the collaboration are renowned Australian chef Adam Liston and hospitality consultant Nate Scutter, whose fire-driven approach to cuisine has earned acclaim across Australia’s finest restaurants.
At Grand Pacific Hotel, they’ve joined forces with Executive Chef Kanokwan Imprasittichai and the hotel’s talented culinary team to deliver an elevated evening of open-flame cooking, refined coastal flavours, and beautifully balanced dishes.
“This event is a statement of what Fiji’s hospitality scene is capable of,” says Lachlan Walker, Portfolio General Manager – IHG Hotels & Resorts, FNPF-Owned Hotels.
“By bringing in international talent and blending it with the creativity of our local team, we’re creating something that’s both world-class and uniquely Fijian.”
Set under the stars at Na Toba, the event invites guests to gather around a pop-up marketplace-style harbourside setting and enjoy a curated menu that tells a story of flavour and fire. From delicately smoked seafood and char-grilled meats to vibrant vegetarian creations and indulgent desserts, every element is designed to showcase both technique and terroir.
Signature highlights from Adam and Nate include kokoda shots with spicy miti dressing, Thai chicken kofta grilled live on lemongrass skewers, and a piña colada cheesecake with a sesame biscuit base. These sit alongside an exceptional array of dishes co-created with Chef Kanokwan Imprasittichai, Executive Pastry Chef Samuel Hutabarat, and the GPH Culinary Team – think crispy whole fish with lemongrass and cashew, mussels in pineapple curry, prawn nasi goreng, cheesy stuffed eggplant, and a finale of triple chocolate mousse and warm date cake.
“This is more than just a menu, it’s a celebration of fire, flavour, and the land that provides it,” says Robert Clark, General Manager of Grand Pacific Hotel.
“We’re honoured to showcase our culinary talent alongside such a respected international team and deliver something truly memorable for Suva.”
As the event falls on Easter Sunday, Grand Pacific Hotel is inviting guests to make a night of it with a Harbour Lights Experience Package. The offer includes two tickets to the event, overnight accommodation, and breakfast at leisure on Easter Monday, allowing guests to savour the evening fully and wake up in comfort.
The package is priced from $535 per night making it an ideal option for couples looking to indulge in Fiji’s evolving food culture while enjoying a luxurious stay in one of Suva’s most iconic heritage properties.
With limited availability, Harbour Lights is expected to sell out quickly. Whether you’re a local foodie or a guest in town for the long weekend, this is your opportunity to be part of a new chapter in Suva’s dining story, one defined by bold flavours, thoughtful technique, and genuine hospitality.
n AVANEESH RAMAN is the content curator of blog The A Connection – https:://theaconnection.blogspot.com/. The views expressed in this article are his and is not necessarily shared by this newspaper. For more, log on on to www.fijitimes.com.fj
