Bali, Indonesia – 10 October 2014 – The St. Regis Bali Resort is delighted to host a bespoke weekend featuring a collaboration between award-winning French Guest Chef, Mathieu Taussac and Kayuputi Chef de Cuisine, Agung Gede, from 23 – 25 October 2014 at Kayuputi Restaurant.

Food and wine connoisseurs shall indulge in an unforgettable evening where gastronomic excellence takes center stage as experienced and creative culinary masters curate a delectable six-course degustation menu. Available at Rp. 1.350.000 net per person, the degustation menu can be complemented with wines at additional cost. Alternatively, guests may choose to delight in a selection of signature dishes from an à la carte menu, specially created by Chef Mathieu Taussac.

Known as “Chef to the Stars”, Chef Mathieu Taussac made his mark during his stint at one of New York City's best French restaurants 'La Grenouille', rated 27/30 by Zagat survey for seven consecutive years. His clients included Queen Elizabeth II, former US President Bill Clinton, Pavarotti, and Madonna. In April 2011, Chef Taussac founded “Gourmet Consulting”, a company which supports the entry of French food companies and brands into Japan and Asia.

Under the helm of Chef Agung Gede, specialty restaurant Kayuputi continues to astound all that embark on this truly unique culinary journey. With his quiet, almost shy presence, Chef Agung masterfully orchestrates a daily, award-winning eight-course degustation menu, featuring world-renowned vineyard wine dinners and oversees the elegant and inspiring Astor champagne brunch.

Kayuputi was voted “Favorite Fine Dining Restaurant in Indonesia and Asia” in 2013 TripAdvisor® Traveler's Choice Award and has recently earned its fourth “Best Award of Excellence” from Wine Spectator.

Reservations can be made by calling Kayuputi Restaurant directly at +62 361 300 6786 or email kayuputi.bali@stregis.com

About The St. Regis Bali Resort

Located on the pristine beach of Nusa Dua, The St. Regis Bali is nestled in the heart of the noteworthy “Garden of Bali”. Exuding understated barefoot elegance and Balinese-inspired living, the Resort offers infinite panoramic ocean views on a generous 9 hectares of lush gardens, a strand pool with a swim up bar and 3668sqm of crystal blue lagoon to its lavishing guestrooms. Captivating in every detail, the beautifully appointed 123 Suites and Villas welcome guests with all the comforts of a contemporary refined Balinese home with striking interiors, complimentary Wi-Fi, and The St. Regis heritage of uncompromising luxury:  bespoke 24-hour Butler Service. The resort promises culinary excellence with 3 distinctive restaurant venues and 2 bars spread across the expansive property. Indulge into blissful treatments at Remède Spa or unwind at the fitness center. In its own tropical park, the Children's Learning Center features intelligent fun-filled activities for youngest connoisseurs. For more information on The St. Regis Bali Resort, please visit www.stregisbali.com

About St. Regis Hotels & Resorts

Combining classic sophistication with a modern sensibility, St. Regis is committed to delivering exceptional experiences at over 30 luxury hotels and resorts in the best addresses around the world. Since the opening of the first St. Regis Hotel in New York City over a century ago by John Jacob Astor IV,  the brand has remained committed to an uncompromising level of bespoke and anticipatory service for all of its guests, delivered flawlessly by signature St. Regis Butler Service. From Bal Harbour to Bangkok, Saadiyat Island to Shenzhen, the St. Regis brand caters to a new generation of luxury travelers and continues to thoughtfully build its portfolio in the most sought after destinations at the heart of today's grand tour. Plans for the brand to expand its legacy include much-anticipated St. Regis Hotels & Resorts in Asia, where St. Regis has announced plans to open hotels in Changsha, Chengdu, Haikou, Kuala Lumpur, Lijiang, Macao, Quingshui Bay, Sanya Haitang Bay and Zhuhai. Additionally in Europe and the Middle East, St. Regis will continue to expand in Amman, Dubai and Istanbul. For more information on St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, please visit www.stregis.com, for the privilege of residential ownership, please visit www.stregis.com/residences, and to learn how the brand celebrates the art of play visit www.stregis.com/familytraditions. Connect with St. Regis on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, and YouTube.

About Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with nearly 1,200 properties in 100 countries, and 181,400 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels, resorts and residences with the following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four Points® by Sheraton, Aloft®, and Element®. The Company boasts one of the industry's leading loyalty programs, Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG), allowing members to earn and redeem points for room stays, room upgrades and flights, with no blackout dates. Starwood also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., a premier provider of world-class vacation experiences through villa-style resorts and privileged access to Starwood brands. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com.

Alicia Budihardja

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS - COMPLEX

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