JW Marriott Rosseau Muskoka Hotel Impress with Next-Level Dining

The JW Marriott Rosseau Muskoka Resort in Minett has it all, including the dining. Enjoy a wide variety of dishes, accompanied by a beautiful ambience and stunning scenery.

“Expectations are high because of the JW Marriott brand. People have a right to expect a special dining experience, and we aim to deliver” says Executive Chef Prasanna Kumar.

The JW Marriott Rosseau-Muskoka Resort is one of Canada’s premier resorts. Its reputation – founded on quality of its hospitality, the award-winning Hydro Spa and numerous recreational facilities, an ambitious concert series with some of the biggest names in music, and guest rooms offering eye-wateringly beautiful views out onto the expanse of Lake Rosseau – is peerless.

Kumar knows that the food must be excellent. “The resort’s status informs all our decisions,”He explains.

Kumar is no stranger to satisfying the most discerning palates. Before joining The Rosseau Muskoka Resort in April 2023, Kumar spent 18 years of acclaim crafting memorable dishes at some of the most prestigious hotels and restaurants in Dubai, including the 5-Star Dubai International Hotel – Dubai Airports. During that time, he earned the Best Cuisiner award from the Emirates Culinary Guild in 2017, a distinction that’s equivalented to winning a culinary Olympic gold medal.

Despite the heights to which he has honed his craft, Kumar didn’t originally intend to pursue a culinary career. “I originally wanted to be a software engineer, but my engineer father pushed me into cooking,”Kumar laughs. “It was his unfulfilled dream, not mine, and so I went into it reluctantly. But I soon fell in love with cooking. It became not a profession, but a passion, and two decades later I still love pushing the boundaries of my culinary skills.”

Kumar has been quick to put his own stamp on The Rosseau’s culinary offerings, no small feat as The Rosseau boasts several unique, atmospheric dining venues. The inventive menus he developed for each restaurant celebrate their uniqueness.

As the name suggests, Cottages is reminiscent of family time spent at the cottage with family and friends. It’s warm, casual and friendly. Dine al fresco in the summer on a patio with a view of the azure waters below.

The lake is irresistible when the temperatures rise. The resort knows that dragging people away from the beach to eat lunch is a difficult task, so it brings lunch to the beach. The Deck, an eatery on the lakeside, offers light dining options as well as ice-cold cocktail. On an average summer’s day, between noon and three o’clock, the Deck cooks 200 pizzas using its wood-fired stove. If you indulge in one, you’ll see why.

Muskoka Chophouse elevates a classic steakhouse. Refined décor, intimate booths, and a top-tier wine list served by knowledgeable sommeliers make the restaurant ideal for a special evening. Here, the focus is on great meat, prepared to perfection, with a simple presentation that lets the flavors speak for themselves.  “It’s the finest steakhouse in Muskoka,” enthuses Kumar.

For something more casual, head to Lakes ‘The Gathering Place’. Located off the main lobby and adjacent to the resort’s exuberant bar, Lakes is the ultimate place to unwind with cocktails, local beers, and a light dining menu.

Teca, an authentic Italian bistro, is the final stop. Teca is dimly lit but offers a culinary ray. “Italian food is a classic, and for good reason,” says Kumar, “but there’s far more to Italian dining than pasta and we explore those boundaries with our menu.”Dishes that are easy to prepare but have exciting twists. New menu highlights include a three-cheese stuffed agnolotti served on a bed of shredded duck, pan-seared salmon in a traditional Tuscan bean soup, and seafood linguine so rich in flavor you’d swear you’re in an oceanside ristorante on the Amalfi Coast.

JW Marriott’s The Rosseau Muskoka Resort is known for its outstanding dining. You can expect innovative dishes, top-notch service, and stylish vibes at any of the restaurants.

To learn more and make a booking, visit: https://www.marriott.com/

Article written by Andrew Hind. 
Andrew Hind, Photographer

About JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka Resort & Spa

JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka is a luxury conference resort two and a half hours north of Toronto, in Ontario’s scenic “cottage country”.  Since opening in 2008, the resort has received the AAA/CAA 4-Diamond Award each year. It also holds two Wine Spectator Awards of Excellence. The resort is located on a granite bluff that overlooks the pristine Lake Rosseau. Visitors can enjoy inspiring views, intuitive service, and the chance to explore nature at their own pace. 

Visit the website to learn more and make a reservation. JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka Website.

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