Bumbu Bali Restaurant

Bumbu Bali, Restaurant & Cooking School

More then 20 years ago we made a firm commitment to Bali’s incredible food culture when we opened Bumbu Bali, Restaurant & Cooking School in Tanjung Benoa. It was always our commitment to do whatever possible to maintain the highest imaginable food and beverage standards to reflect and showcase the amazing delicious variety of food flavors our beloved Island has to offer.

It was in 1996 when we set together with a group of friends talking about work and life in general. The question then come up where to eat delicious Balinese in a safe and comfortable environment. Swiss friends then suggested that myself and my wife Puji should seriously consider to open a Balinese restaurant. At that time I already wrote my first book on Bali’s incredible delicious cuisine and with it the foundation was given. We then thought for 5 minutes about the challenges of opening our Balinese restaurant and within a few days we found a little piece of empty land just outside Nusa Dua in Tanjung Benoa. Two days later we had a first meeting with our architect and six months later we opened Bumbu Bali, Restaurant & Cooking School.

Art Café Bumbu Bali
Provides an unforgettable culinary, cultural and visual art experience by combining many traditional elements of a Balinese Home, and the warm and genuine friendly hospitality of the Balinese People. We are delighted to serve you “only” authentic Balinese cuisine. Two and a half decades investigating and documenting Balinese cuisine are the foundation in the style of cooking served in Art Cafe Bumbu Bali.

Cooking Classes – The Art of Blending Spice
Balinese cuisine is a vibrant and flavourful reflection of the island’s rich culture. Characterized by a harmonious blend of aromatic spices, fresh ingredients, and a touch of creativity. Balinese food offers a diverse range of dishes. From the famous Babi Guling (spit roasted pig) to Bebek Betutu (slow-cooked duck), each dish showcases the unique culinary traditions passed down through generations. The use of coconut, lemongrass, ginger, and turmeric imparts a distinctive taste to many Balinese specialties. Rice, a staple in Balinese meals, is often served with a variety of side dishes, including Lawar (minced meat salad) and Sate Lilit (minced fish satay). Balinese food not only satisfies the palate but also provides a glimpse into the island’s rich heritage. Balinese food culture is deeply rooted in the island’s Hindu traditions and local agriculture. The intricate rituals and ceremonies play a significant role in shaping Balinese culinary practices. Rice, considered a sacred staple, is the foundation of most meals, and traditional farming
practices are integral to Balinese agriculture.