24 Mar 2025
Rumari at Raffles Bali and Mariposa at Fairmont Ambassador Seoul announce a collaborative culinary journey, marking the third Rumari and Friends event of 2025. This two-part event will see Chef Gaetan Biesuz of Rumari and Chef Andre Lee of Mariposa crafting menus that reflect their unique styles.
The exchange begins in Seoul on 25 and 26 April 2025, where Chef Gaetan will present an Indonesian-inspired menu at Mariposa, blending the archipelago's vibrant flavours with the restaurant's contemporary European approach. The collaboration continues in Bali on 16 and 17 May 2025, as Chef Andre reinterprets his modern European techniques, offering guests a distinctive dining experience at Rumari.
Mariposa is located on the 29th floor of Fairmont Ambassador Seoul and is known for its sophisticated European cuisine and elegant interiors inspired by the silhouette of a butterfly. Two outdoor terraces provide panoramic views of the Han River and Yeouido, complementing a menu centred around seasonal ingredients and fresh seafood from Seoul's Noryangjin Fish Market. Executive Chef Andre Lee, a Gold Prize recipient at the 2010 Wine & Gourmet Asia Young Chef Competition, brings expertise and creativity to every dish.
Perched on a hill overlooking Jimbaran Bay, Rumari at Raffles Bali offers an elevated dining experience rooted in Indonesian culinary traditions and Southeast Asian flavours. Under the leadership of Chef Gaetan Biesuz, the restaurant's offerings include curated degustation menus and à la carte options. Rumari holds the distinction of being Indonesia's first and only Krug Ambassade and has earned the Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence from 2022 to 2024.
Launched in 2023, the "Rumari and Friends" series celebrates global culinary connections by inviting internationally renowned chefs from around the world to collaborate on multi-course dining experiences. These events embrace friendship and cultural exchange, blending diverse influences to create a one-of-a-kind culinary journey. Each collaboration showcases the creativity and expertise of guest chefs while honouring unique regional flavours and techniques.
For reservations and inquiries:
Raffles Bali
Email: dining.bali@raffles.com
Phone: (62) 361 2015 800
Fairmont Ambassador Seoul
Email: fairmont.seoul@fairmont.com
Phone: (82) 2 3395 6300
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ABOUT RAFFLES BALI
Situated in the picturesque Jimbaran Bay, Raffles Bali offers expansive space and serenity with 32 villas, featuring a private pool and tropical garden, with stunning hillside and ocean views. The resort showcases Balinese craftsmanship through elegant interiors and provides a range of dining experiences, from the "Krug Ambassade" signature restaurant Rumari and The Writers Bar to the beachfront Loloan Beach Bar and Grill, as well as the intimate Secret Cave and Purnama Honeymoon Bale. Guests can enjoy relaxation and wellness at Raffles Spa and partake in authentic cultural activities by community experts. Whether seeking a romantic getaway, a family holiday, a retreat or celebrations, discover the enchanting charm of Bali and experience the personalised service of the legendary Raffles Wellbeing Butler.
ABOUT RAFFLES
Founded in Singapore in 1887, Raffles Hotels, Resorts and Residences are places where ideas are born, history is made and stories and legends are created. At each landmark address, distinguished guests and residents will find a world of timeless elegance and enchanted glamour, where Raffles' renowned legacy of gracious service knows no bounds. As the authentic heart of a destination, Raffles champions fine art and design, and fosters culture in all its forms, guiding guests to make discoveries in their own time and way. Raffles' commitment to local communities is expressed through diverse initiatives with a unified mission to actively support the arts and the environment. From one generation to the next, visitors arrive as guests, leave as friends, and return as family. Raffles can be found in key international locations including Singapore, Paris, London, Boston, Istanbul, Dubai, Doha, Maldives, Udaipur, Phnom Penh and Bali, among others; with flagship openings upcoming in Sentosa, Singapore and Jaipur, India. Raffles is part of Accor, a world leading hospitality group counting over 5,500 properties throughout more than 110 countries, and a participating brand in ALL - Accor Live Limitless – a lifestyle loyalty program providing access to a wide variety of rewards, services and experiences.
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For further information, please contact:
Eric Adinata
Director of Marketing Communications
Raffles Bali
M: (62) 878 8343 5983
Celine Devianty
Marketing Communications Manager
Raffles Bali
E: celine.devianty@raffles.com
M: (62) 812 9050 9561
