As someone whose life revolves around travel and food, I was excited to visit the five-star Regnum Carya resort in Turkey.
Although I must admit that I was doubtful an all-inclusive holiday could offer a truly memorable dining experience. And as a person of Turkish heritage, I had little expectation that the food would be truly authentic.
These doubts vanished the moment I arrived to see a woman in traditional dress holding a rolling pin while sitting cross-legged on the floor. She was making fresh gözleme to order: unleavened flat bread stuffed with your choice of fillings, from cheese and mint to mincemeat. It’s an unforgettable Turkish treat.
That was just the beginning. Regnum Carya is one of a hand-picked selection of five-star hotels to feature in Jet2holidays’ Indulgent Escapes collection.
A gourmet experience on a reasonably priced all-inclusive break?
Yasemen Kaner-White was hungry to sample this indulgent Turkish resort
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Expect to be pampered, from the fresh fruit in your room on arrival to the complimentary spa circuit. But it is the food that will make the greatest impression here.
Seasonal flavours, creative flair and fine wines are the focus at the hotel’s three gourmet restaurants, including a top-quality buffet, Esencia’s international cuisine and La Bodega, serving Spanish classics that include wonderfully tempting tapas.
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And indulgent is the word: in the Köz Ocakbasi restaurant, the tender skewered lamb, delectable lamb chops and adana kebab (made with minced lamb) were cooked to perfection over charcoal, and an accompaniment of marinated fresh onion, refreshing parsley and tasty chargrilled peppers and tomatoes turned this simple meal into a symphony of flavours.
The spectacular luxury family resort has bright, spacious accommodation organised around multiple swimming pools, all within easy reach of the deep blue sea.
And Indulgent Escapes offers 25kg baggage,* two complimentary in-flight drinks, priority boarding passes and private transfers.
The All Inclusive Plus at Regnum Carya is guaranteed to make any holiday one to remember for food lovers like me. Included is buffet-style breakfast, late breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant, as well as unlimited use of selected à la carte restaurants for dinner. Snacks, ice cream and hot and cold food are available 20 hours a day.
The enticing food court near the beach is a cluster of chic shacks where you can find everything from baked potatoes – a Turkish fast-food staple – to ice cream.
International options include the Tramonto Italian, specialising in homemade pasta, pizza and arancini, Seahorse for ocean-fresh seafood (plus caviar, for an extra charge) and Kushimoto for sushi.
Dining at Ubon, Regnum Carya’s Thai restaurant, is also included. Don’t miss the excellent pad Thai and coconut-infused puddings.
Among the highlights at fish restaurant Sandal is the grilled seabass with meze on the side, including cured fish, bean salad, marinated greens and more. Grill Do Brasil, meanwhile, serves beautifully prepared meats.
But I simply couldn’t stay away from the Turkish cooking for long. Olive Restaurant offers classic local dishes, from simple lentil soup with a squeeze of lemon to a salad cart bursting with fragrant fresh herbs, salad leaves, hummus, homemade dressings and the finest Turkish olives. Main dishes pair sizzling steaks, lamb chops and kebabs – or mouthwatering vegetarian options like aubergine and tomato dish imam bayildi – with seemingly never-ending sides, such as Turkish rice, sautéed vegetables and fresh bread.
Regnum Carya even has something special for kids (apart from the fact that Free Child Places** make family breaks incredible value). Children get their own dining areas in the JR Gourmet and Chuckles Kids Club restaurants, which serve classic burgers and scrumptious salads. Babies enjoy HIPP baby food, as well as formula available in designated areas. No one is left out and nothing is left to chance.
That said, some experiences are worth paying for, even on an All Inclusive Plus ticket. The fantastic, theatrical teppanyaki at Kushimoto incurs an additional charge, as does the Peruvian restaurant Maia, the Alia Beach Club’s Mediterranean-inspired menu and the premium steaks at the Sevk-Et Steakhouse.
The Regnum Carya resort welcomes you – and then proceeds to spoil you. It’s easy to see why Jet2holidays won the Which? Travel Brand of the Year 2023 award. Your Indulgent Escape awaits.
*Indulgent Escapes packages include 25kg baggage per person (excluding infants). **One free child place per two paying adults. Subject to availability. Visit jet2holidays.com/free-child-place-finder for more detail. Terms and conditions apply and can be found at jet2holidays.com/promotions#fcp. †£60 per person deposit is applicable on holidays departing 10 weeks or more from booking date. Full payment required by balance due date. ^Terms and conditions apply, please see jet2holidays.com/part-payment for details.
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A five-star resort where culinary offerings shine. Barbacoa Restaurant is great for local dishes, such as ropa vieja – a hearty chickpea, sausage and meat stew – or take it up a notch with a visit to Poseidón Gourmet Restaurant.
Sea Soul is the spot to discover perfectly fresh seafood, and Portofino Italian Restaurant serves up classics including pizza, bruschetta and fresh pasta. Zeus Restaurant has a bit of everything, with a rich dessert selection that even features a chocolate fountain.
The simple meal was turned into a symphony of flavours
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