29 Oct 2014
Nusa Dua, Bali– The culinary team of The St. Regis Bali Resort is once again triumphant at the Borges Challenge Competition on Saturday 11 October at the Indonesia Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) complex of Nusa Dua. Held annually as part of Nusa Dua Fiesta, the exceptional team from Kayuputi Restaurant, led by Leo Adi Sukma and Cassandra Mellin, edged out teams from other Bali hotels to win the first prize. This is also the third consecutive win by culinary team from Kayuputi Restaurant.
Performed to live audience at the fiesta, this year each team is required to create six varieties of Indonesian sweets using local produce and ingredients in 90 minutes. Judging criteria is based on the authenticity of the ingredients used, the creativity applied during the creation process as well as the taste and presentation of the delicacies. Recipe for each dish must be submitted in writing prior to the competition to the judging panel. The taste of the food will then be judged against the recipes for accuracy and discrepancy.
Double celebration ensued for Team St. Regis, as a second team consisting of Dewa Ari Wijaya and Angga Tama, from Kayuputi and Boneka Restaurants respectively claimed third place for the same competition.
Incepted in 2006, Nusa Dua Fiesta is an annual event for the promotion of tourism in Bali carried out in the elite Nusa Dua Resort compound of ITDC. Now in its ninth year, Nusa Dua Fiesta has emerged as one of 'The Great Tourism Exhibitions' in Bali and Indonesia. Fast garnering recognition internationally, this event has now grown its visitor base to include people of all nations.
The St. Regis Bali Resort's Kayuputi is perched on the step of the beachfront. Meaning White Wood in Indonesian, Kayuputi proudly presents a two-storey wine cellar and offers an extraordinary menu of haute and premium cuisine reflecting western preparation but with an Asian influence, combined with an extensive range of wines from all over the world. Kayuputi also hosts a series of extraordinary wine and dine events featuring world renowned Chefs and the most prestigious wines in a calendar year.
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.
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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.
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