VOLUME 37 - AUGUST 2012 A Glittering Gem JU MA NA Spotlight Balique Vintage Dining Happy 3rd Anniversary New Restaurant Meads Fresh and Simple contents 16 LOCAL CUISINE Warung Canggu Homestyle Indonesian 12. NEW ENTRIES 20. INGREDIENTS Bawang Merah; The Multitasking Ingredient 24. MARKet PLACE Mini Mart; Maxi Convenience 28. GREAT DEAL Warung Indotopia; Vietnamese/Sundanese Cuisine 32. NEW RESTAURANT Meads Beach Bar & Grill; Fresh & Simple 36 SPOTLIGHT Balique Vintage Dining 46. HEALTHY FOOD Zen Garden; An Oasis 6 www.letseatmag.com 40 COVER STORY Ju Ma Na @ Banyan Tree Ungasan A Glittering Gem 50. THE SPECIALIST Chef I Made Bagus Windhyantara; Creative Western Cuisine Chef Will Meyrick; An Asian Story 54. Let’S COOK Ayam Bumbu Bali; The Spice of Life 56 DRINK ZONE Modern, Simple, Exquisite 60. ADVERTORIAL Hatten Wines; The One and Only 66. HOW TO SAY... 67. MAP & DIRECTORY 76. PICK UP POINT Cover: Lemon Parfait de Citron Photo by Heri Obrink Location: Ju Ma Na @ Banyan Tree Ungasan www.letseatmag.com 7 A Member of www.kg.co.id www.letseatmag.com 61 writers Is a travel writer and self confessed food-lover. She has spent many years traveling the globe, immersing herself in foreign cultures and sampling local cuisine, applying her motto ‘everything should be Senior Advisor 0 A. A. Ngr. Mahendra tried at least once.’ Her heart has now Managing Director 0 Yunata Octaviano been captured by Bali where she is happily Editor-in-Chief 0 Hendra Oktaviano indulging her favorite things; writing and TA Bid Business Development 0 Alison Elizabeth Bone Writers 0 Menur Astuti discovering new restaurants. \AB 9 Ari Mustikawati Alison Senior Graphic Designer 9 Inggita Kasim TA Bid Graphic Designer 9 Karena van Maanen Photographer 9 Heri Obrink Account Director 9 Lidya Julianty ([email protected]) Account Executive 9 Rendy Rustam ([email protected]) 9 Nunung Parminingsih Let’s Eat’s newest writer describes herself ([email protected]) as a part-time food lover and a full-time 9 Margy Margaretha Leander ([email protected]) food friend. She enjoyed her exposure to Web Guy 9 Tommy S Heriadi many different restaurants during her year HRD 9 I. B. Kusuma Wijaya teaching Indonesian Language and Culture Dirtribution & Circulation 9 Agung Selly 9 I Nyoman Supartika in Washington DC. Now back in Indonesia Food and Beverage Advisor 9 Henry A Bloem she has discovered that her pleasure in trying new food and restaurants has deepened. Menur mostly works in sales and Office Menur marketing, but deep down she knows that one day she will have her own business, Khrisna Building II, 2nd Floor Ph +62 361 961 0066 hopefully a restaurant! \MA Jalan Raya Kuta 88R Fax +62 361 762 241 Kuta, Bali 80361, Indonesia [email protected] www.letseatmag.com www.visi-media.com Let’s Eat! Magazine is published monthly under the direction of PT Khrisna Inter Visi Formerly worked as a full-time assistant Media. Although every care is taken, neither the publishers nor any of their designees editor for more than two years, before assume responsibility for the opinions and information expressed by the editorial contributors. All material in this publication is copyrighted and cannot be reproduced deciding to go solo as a freelance writer, without written permission of the publisher or author. All trademark and rights to Let’s and is enjoying the freedom to travel and Eat! are reserved by PT Khrisna Inter Visi Media. Editorial materials may be submitted for consideration to the editorial office. Let’s Eat! is not responsible for the return of enhance her photography skills. After a unsolicited material. year of hiatus, pursuing her Journalism c 2012 Let’s Eat! ISSN 2085-5907 and Creative Writing certificate in Madison, United States, she’s now back with a full bag of knowledge. She confesses that she Ari is always hungry to step into a restaurant, taste the food, and meet the chef! \AM BALI A Member of www.kg.co.id 10 www.letseatmag.com new entries MAKING MAGIC IN BALI Hosted by Young Chefs Club Indonesia in Bali, Pantry Magic Bali held a fun cooking event while introducing the Thermomix TM3 – a multi- purpose and practical kitchen tool for both professional and home use. The young chefs created a slow-cooked beef and spicy broccoli puree, exotic fruit salad, and delicious Valhrona chocolate mousse. You can create the same magic in your own kitchen using the Thermomix TM3. Pantry Magic Bali, Ruko Lotus Blok 6, Jalan Dewi Sri, Kuta. Ph +62 361 762 647. \AM WELCOME CHEFS! InterContinental Bali Resort has announced the appointment of two highly talented chefs to strengthen its food & beverage team at their legendary KO Japanese restaurant. Italian Chef, Egidio Latorraca brings over 20 years of Japanese culinary experience, while Indonesian Chef, Setyo, adds his experience working in various locations of the internationally renowned Nobu Restaurant chain. Both arrivals mark a new era in culinary service at the resort. InterContinental Bali Resort, Jalan Uluwatu, Jimbaran, Ph +62 361 701 888. \AM FRANGIPANI CAFÉ The beach front Frangipani Café is open for dinner at the Oberoi Hotel – offering a daily themed menu, available until the end of September. Classic Indonesian cuisine will be served on Monday, “The Butcher Choice” on Tuesday, “Asian Favourites” on Wednesday, “Jimbaran Seafood” on Thursday, and “Bella Italia” on Friday. Oberoi Hotels & Resorts Indonesia, Jalan Kayu Aya, Seminyak, Ph +62 361 730 361. \AM 12 www.letseatmag.com MEGIBUNG FOR TWO Megibung is a well-known dining ritual in Bali, where people eat together from a large banana leaf plate during a ceremony. Tony’s Villa Restaurant introduces the “Megibung Dinner” for guests who wish to experience the local culture. This special meal is designed to be shared in two and is perfect for honeymoons and romantic occasions. Tony’s Villa Bali, Jalan Petitenget, Kerobokan. Ph +62 361 473 6166. \AM CASUAL ELEGANCE Recently opened, Pavilion Grill Bar offers an elegant and funky atmosphere on the Batubelig strip. Smart décor in navy blue and white, and a breezy terrace make it feel like cruising on a yacht. A wide choice of international wines and cutting edge cocktails accompany a selection of premium grills. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Pavilion Grill Bar, Jalan Batubelig 106, Kerobokan, Ph +62 361 473 7634. \AM BALINESE PREMIUM WHISKY If you are looking for premium whisky at a very reasonable price make sure to try Drum Green Label whisky, distilled right here in Bali. The wonderfully smooth elixir has an aftertaste that is buttery and fruity. Drum Green Label is a premium whisky that is fair to match with imported brands, but offered at a fraction of the price. PT Dewata Kencana Distribusi, Jalan Gatot Subroto Timur No. 7 Denpasar, Ph +62 811 380 9299. \AM www.letseatmag.com 13 NEW MENU FROM THE KING Raja’s Restaurant (literally translated as king’s restaurant) offers a new menu specially crafted by Executive Chef Geoffrey Clark with Executive Sous Chef Alif Subawa. Savour the authentic Balinese cuisine including Gerang Asem Be Siap (chicken with red bean spicy broth and vegetables,) and Ulam Kambing Mepanggang (grilled lamb cutlet with galangal, turmeric, lemongrass, salam leaf, and candlenut sauce.) Truly a menu fit for a king! Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa, Kawasan Pariwisata BTDC, Nusa Dua. Ph +62 361 771 210. \AM ONE FOR 1O1 The 1O1 Legian celebrated its first anniversary with a fabulous party themed “Shine as Stars,” which included a ‘Jegeg Bagus’ pageant competition and a cooking battle. Since its arrival last year the 1O1 has brought vibrant colour and a stylish new experience to Kuta. The Legian 1O1, Jalan Raya Legian 117, Legian. Ph +62 361 3001 101. \AM DINE UNDER THE STARS The signature beachfront restaurant Eight Degrees South has raised the heat on romantic dining to the “Nth degree.” On Saturday evenings enjoy a sumptuous selection of the very freshest seafood served right on the beach, along with live bossanova beats and chilled rare grooves. A relaxed fine dining experience awaits with a private table under the stars, your feet in the sand, sensual rhythms floating in the air and a dazzling array of seafood on display! Conrad Bali, Jalan Pratama 168, Tanjung Benoa, Ph +62 361 778 788. \AM 14 www.letseatmag.com BEACHWALK EAT & EAT Eat & Eat staged a successful food market event at the newly opened Kuta Beachwalk, featuring Asian favourites such as Hainan Chicken Rice, Penang Char Kwetiuw, Pork Ribs, La Men Ramen, and Indonesian authentic delicacies. The Eat & Eat food market concept was first introduced in Jakarta in 2008. It’s success has led to similar events in Surabaya and now Bali. Beachwalk, 3rd floor, Jalan Pantai Kuta, Bali 80361. \AM NEW MAN AT ICE CREAM THE HAVEN LOVERS To celebrate the joyous festivities of Ramadhan, and the PHM Hospitality is proud to welcome Stephen Jennings start of the holiday season, Cold Stone Creamery Indonesia as the new general manager for THE HAVEN Seminyak. is delighted to introduce new recipes to ice cream lovers on He brings 20 years of experience in the hospitality and the island; enjoy Kids Creations, Signature Creations and catering industry with a strong background in sales and Seasonal Ice Cream Cakes, as well as ‘The Ultimate Ice Cream marketing and F&B. PHM also announces the introduction Experience’ from Cold Stone Catering, specially designed for of their third brand, after THE HAVEN and THE 101, entitled party or corporate events. \AM THE BnB – a new evolution of ‘Urban Budget Hotels.’ PHM Hospitality, 6th fl. Panorama Building, Jalan Tomang Raya 63, Jakarta 11440, Ph +62 21 2556 5090.