Scrub Island Resort Welcomes New Executive Chef Dino Khanna
Globally Inspired Culinary Vision Comes to the British Virgin Islands
SCRUB ISLAND, British Virgin Islands (May 12, 2026) – Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, the British Virgin Islands’ premier private island retreat, has appointed internationally acclaimed chef Dino Khanna as its new Executive Chef. Dino will lead the culinary direction for the resort’s food and beverage operations, including the sophisticated Cardamom & Co., breezy Donovan’s Reef, toes-in-the-sand One Shoe Beach Bar, and bespoke catering for weddings, meetings, and private events.
“Dino brings a global sensibility and award-winning background that aligns beautifully with the Scrub Island experience,” said General Manager Sandra Grisham-Clothier. “His leadership and creativity will elevate our culinary offerings while honoring the Caribbean soul of our resort.”
A seasoned Executive Chef, Dino brings more than four decades of international culinary leadership to his new role at Scrub Island Resort. His extensive experience at resorts and hotels includes time as Executive Chef at Sandals Resorts and at the Hilton Brighton Metropole. Prior to that, as Executive Chef at the iconic QE2 in Dubai, as well as numerous other notable properties in UAE, South Africa and the UK.
Marked by numerous accolades and awards, he is also a member of the Chaine des Rotisseurs holding the position of “Maitre Rotisseur,” as well as the Emirates Culinary Guild, South African Chefs Association and the Gaelic Chefs Association.
Four venues offer food and beverage options for overnight or day guests. The newly refreshed Cardamom & Co. overlooks the marina and pool and features a sophisticated vibe for all-day dining. Donovan’s Reef Marina Bar & Grill is an outdoor grill, which offers popular Caribbean favorites and features a thatched roof and open-air views of the resort and neighboring islands. Guests may also order a cocktail from the swim-up bar and take in the panoramic view from the upper pool. Along North Beach, One Shoe Beach Bar features a private pool, freshly made handhelds and other light bites, and a refreshing cocktail service. Three all-new private cabanas are also available for reservation and offer waterfront food and beverage service. Located in Marina Village, the Scrub Island Outpost provides a deli menu with fresh fruit salad, made-to-order sandwiches and pizzas and a wide assortment of provisions – including coffee and baked goods – plus deli meats and cheeses, snacks, sweets, premium wines and liquor.
Tucked along a rugged cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea and neighboring islands, Scrub Island offers 52 gracious guest accommodations and exquisitely appointed villas for year-round enjoyment. The two- to six-bedroom villas range in size from 3,000 to more than 6,000 square feet, able to accommodate up to 12 guests. Two private beaches, an intimate spa, world-class dining, a full-service marina, and on-site access to dive charters complete the overall experience. The property also features over 17,000 square feet of function space and a collection of inventive locations for events. The resort’s sister island, Marina Cay, is home to the Marina Cay Bar & Grill, as well as access to an array of watersport activities through a partnership with Up ‘n’ Under Watersports.
For more information, visit ScrubIsland.com or call (877) 890-7444.
Dino Khanna, Executive Chef at Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina
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About Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, BVI
Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina is named after its location, a serene 230-acre private-island haven situated at the east end of Tortola in the British Virgin Islands. The luxury, AAA Four-Diamond hotel is tucked into a rugged cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea and neighboring islands. The resort features 52 guest accommodations as well as a collection of two-, three-, four- and six-bedroom villas, the intimate Ixora Spa, world-class restaurants, two private beaches, on-site boutique, sundries shop with grab & go options, full-service provisions store and a 55-slip marina. Just offshore on its own private island is the all-new Marina Cay Bar & Grill serving lunch and dinner. The Scrub Island Marina offers exhilarating excursions through Dive BVI and is homebase for PYPER Yachts. For more information, call toll free U.S. (877) 890-7444, visit ScrubIsland.com, or follow on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
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