Seminyak's hippest and newest brunch spot serves comfort food with no apologies. – By Louise Newsham Just six months into opening and MOFO Kitchen is the hottest new spot to hang out over brunch and lunch. Right from the get-go, its playful name lets you in on a little secret – that this place doesn't take itself too seriously, that is, until...

The invitation promised an extraordinary Chapitre de Bailliage gourmet soirée in the ballroom of a luxury beachside resort with a unique seven-course menu and delightful selection of fine wines – and that's exactly what was served. – By Louise Newsham Last June, an exclusive and ultra gourmet evening soirée was held at Bali's latest luxury beachfront resort, Alila Seminyak, attended by 80 members of...

The Potato Head Family, Indonesia's acclaimed lifestyle and hospitality group, is gearing up to present Balearic pioneer, Jose Padilla, for a series of exclusive events in its Jakarta and Bali establishments. – By Louise Newsham Jose Padilla - a visionary whose legendary residency at Café Del Mar has spawned a new genre with the iconic Café Del Mar compilations - will trade...

The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas – Nusa Dua, Bali is treating gourmands to a number of scrumptious treats throughout the resort this August. – By Louise Newsham This August, The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas – Nusa Dua, Bali is bringing a sumptuous selection of culinary delights to its dining tables throughout the resort. At Edogin, the authentic Japanese restaurant, a variety of...

The Legian Bali celebrates its 20th anniversary with an exclusive four-hands collaborative dinner. – By Louise Newsham On Friday 5th August, The Legian Bali is celebrating its 20th Anniversary with an exceptional and exclusive gourmet event at its signature dining destination, The Restaurant. The glamorous and gastronomic evening will see a collaborative four-hands, wine-paired dinner by Daniel Sia, Founder and Executive Chef...

The world-renowned Ubud Writers & Readers Festival goes gourmet with hands-on cooking sessions with local and international chefs. – By Louise Newsham   The flagship festival that also brought us the beloved Ubud Food Festival is once again drawing in gastronomes across the region with the return of the Kitchen Series as part of the Ubud Writers & Readers Festival, which this year...

Experience the magnificent bounty of the ocean. – By Christian Galbraith SATOO, Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta's open-kitchen restaurant has long been celebrated in the city for its fantastic lunch and dinner buffets. With 12 interactive open kitchen stations offering a vast range of Indian, Western, Chinese, Indonesian, salad, sushi, sashimi, barbecue, noodles, pasta and desserts, including fruits and jamu, it constantly offers both...

The legacy “Steak Au Poivre” Wagyu beef tenderloin served with cream cheese-filled rigatoni and a made-to-order cognac sauce looks sensational. – By Christian Galbraith Executive Chef Cyril Calmet Appointed late last year,  Executive Chef Cyril Calmet has started stamping his distinctive mark on the city’s culinary scene with his new à la carte menu at Lyon, the Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta’s acclaimed French restaurant. Presenting...

Alaya Resort Ubud unveils Manisan Restaurant, where traditional Indonesian flavours enjoy the spotlight. – By Jake Fredericks The brainchild of respected culinary expert and restaurateur William Wongso, Manisan Restaurant is set amid the lush rice fields adjacent to Alaya Resort Ubud. The beautiful Indonesian architecture of the structure is just as authentic as the cultural cooking surprises within. Seeing an opportunity for...

Located in the vibrant Senopati area, Tredici offers a very refreshing Italian dining experience in an authentically inviting atmosphere. At the main entrance you will see many unique decorations neatly set out to resemble a laidback home somewhere in the Mediterranean. Through meticulous attention to detail, the interiors of the restaurant are masterfully decorated with neat items such as...