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Balikaru - Begin your journey with our Spice Academy, a hands-on learning experience amidst our Herb and Spice Garden, which boasts over 30 distinct plant varieties. Delve into the significance and applications of medicinal herbs, a crucial aspect of everyday Balinese culture.
The ingredients harvested from the Balikaru Garden are integral to the creation of today’s Jamu, a traditional beverage with a history spanning over a millennium, originating from Java. Utilizing age-old family recipes, you will craft two distinct Jamu concoctions with only traditional tools. Experience firsthand the delightful flavors of these healthful beverages.
Next, make a quick transition to the adjacent Cooking Pavilion from the Jamu Pavilion. There, the Balinese kitchen, known as the Paon, awaits to impress you. Our culinary session combines the use of both ancestral and contemporary kitchenware, and our expert chef will guide you through the nuances of Balinese cuisine. Follow their lead to prepare:
Sambal Mate
Base Genap
Tum Ayam
Sate Lilit Ikan
Saos Kacang
Sayur Urap
Bubur Injin
We have confidence in your culinary prowess, and with the assistance of our chef, you’re set to create an impeccable lunch. Relish your homemade meal afterwards in the ambiance of a traditional local eatery.
- Traditional Paon cooking class
- Guided Jamu making at Jamu Pavillon
- Lunch included
- Educational activity at the Spice Academy
- All fees and taxes covered
- Private German-speaking guide
- personal expenses
- Jamu Kunyit Jahe Asam - Turmeric Ginger Tamarind Juice
- Beras Kencur - Indonesian Rice & Herb Drink
- Base Genap - yellow spice paste that is the basic seasoning of almost all Balinese dishes
- Sambal Matah - spicy Balinese herb sauce
- Tum Ayam - chicken meat with spices in Banana leave, steamed
- Sate Lilit Ikan - minced fish sate with Balinese spices, grilled
- Saos Kacang - famous peanut sauce
- Sayur Urap - mixed Balinese vegetables with herb paste and coconut
- Bubur Injin - Balinese dessert made of black rice, palm sugar and coconut milk
Our aim is to support the local village community of Belulang through various sustainable activities, where local villagers can present their culture and their regional products as well as all other aspects of village life in Bali.
The Balinese village community is closely involved in the activities at the center and will introduce you to everyday Balinese life with a lot of heart and passion.
Our garden is unique and features more than 30 different plants, including spices, medicinal herbs, fruits, and vegetables.
Our professional guide imparts a lot of knowledge about the herbs and spices that are used in traditional cuisine and medicine in Bali.
To remember us and your activities at the center for a long time, you will receive all Cooking Class recipes with detailed descriptions to follow at home. To save resources, we send you all recipes by email as well as your personal cooking class certificate.
- We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian. If you have dietary requirements, please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
