JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar has appointed global hospitality expert Mariki Sayles as Director of Food & Beverage. With experience from Le Bernardin, New York, and Bastian Hospitality, she aims to elevate the hotel’s culinary experiences through innovative concepts, local inspirations, and immersive dining, redefining Mumbai’s luxury food and beverage landscape.
At JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar, Sayles will oversee the hotel’s entire food and beverage portfolio — from its signature restaurants and lounges to its sprawling banquets and catering operations. But beyond management, her mission is artistic: to turn dining into an immersive experience that stimulates the senses and tells a story.
Her approach combines global sophistication with India’s vibrant culinary traditions. Expect a renewed focus on local ingredients, seasonal flavors, and craft cocktails inspired by Mumbai’s cosmopolitan pulse.
The creative direction for this new era will emphasize storytelling through food and drink. Sayles is known for designing bar and restaurant programs that go beyond menus — each concept reflecting a mood, a memory, or a moment in time.
Mumbai’s luxury hotel scene is among the most competitive in India, with guests expecting not just premium service but personality. Sayles’ appointment reflects JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar’s broader vision — to stay ahead by making food and beverage the centerpiece of its identity.
Known for her meticulous attention to detail and inclusive leadership style, Sayles brings a mix of creativity and operational strength. Her management philosophy is rooted in collaboration — empowering chefs, mixologists, and service staff to see themselves as artists in a shared production.
“Luxury hospitality is about emotion,” she explains. “Guests may forget the décor, but they’ll never forget how something made them feel — the aroma of a dish, the surprise of a pairing, the smile of a server who genuinely cares. That’s what I aim to nurture.”
As JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar looks ahead, Sayles’ vision dovetails perfectly with the brand’s evolving identity — one that blends mindful luxury with memorable dining. The property, located just minutes from Mumbai’s international airport, already serves as a gateway to the city’s cultural and culinary energy. With Sayles steering its gastronomic direction, that energy now promises to be even more intoxicating.
The coming months are expected to bring a series of new initiatives — refreshed restaurant menus, thematic pop-ups, bar takeovers, and immersive tasting events that invite guests to savor Mumbai’s melting pot of flavors.
In an industry where change is constant but excellence endures, Mariki Sayles represents both — the fresh pulse of innovation and the timeless essence of hospitality. Her appointment signals not just a change in leadership, but a shift in perspective: that dining is not a service, but an art form.
With her at the helm, JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar is poised to transform every meal into a story worth savoring — a celebration of craft, culture, and connection that truly defines what it means to dine in style.
