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Join us for the ultimate culinary adventure at Ubud Food Festival! From 30 June to 2 July 2023, indulge in a three-day feast of Indonesian cuisine. Explore special events, cooking demos, masterclasses, food discussions, food stalls, film screenings, music performances, and more. Explore the program below and get ready for a mouthwatering experience like no other!


Private Event | Gala Opening

29 Jun 2023 18:00

The Gala Opening of the Ubud Food Festival 2023 marks the beginning of an extraordinary three-day culinary extravaganza. This special event will feature Janet DeNeefe, Festival Founder and Director, delivering …

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Food Tours | Tabanan’s Single-Origin Chocolate Plantation Tour (Friday, 30 June)

30 Jun 2023 08:00

Attention single-origin chocolate enthusiasts who value fair trade practices! Discover the art of chocolate-making with Primochoco Lab, Bali’s very own single-origin chocolate brand, on a tour to their plantation and …

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Food Tours | Culinary Jalan-Jalan

30 Jun 2023 08:30

Join our intrepid food guides on a walking tour to the home of Ubud’s famed suckling pig, Ibu Oka’s. After enjoying a cup of local Kopi Bali, meet Pak Rimpin, …

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Competition | Latte Art Throwdown

30 Jun 2023 09:00

Get ready to show off your latte art skills at the Latte Art Throwdown in collaboration with Rotaryana! Join us for a day of creativity and competition as you recreate …

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Masterclass | Remembering Your Roots

30 Jun 2023 09:30

Join the New Earth team in an exploration of soil and plant-based foods. Soil expert, Angga Wisnu Jati, will share his knowledge on reviving dead land, demonstrating what living land …

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Masterclass | The Tale of Tomatoes

30 Jun 2023 09:30

Discover the unparalleled taste and story of heirloom tomatoes, which advocate for biodiversity, sustainability, and seed preservation. Through a meditative sensitive-tasting workshop, refine your senses and appreciate the risks of …

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Food For Thought | Exploring the Festival Theme of Soil

30 Jun 2023 10:00

Join our panelists in a conversation with Janet DeNeefe as they delve into the captivating theme of Soil. Discover the intricacies of how soil functions – its formation, erosion, and …

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Kids Event | Cake Pops Making with Korte Chocolate & Tempeman

30 Jun 2023 11:00

Got some junior master chefs in your kitchen? Let your little ones unleash their creativity as they dive into the world of cake pops, crafting and decorating them with delicious …

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Food For Thought | Waste Warriors

30 Jun 2023 11:15

Join our waste warriors who are spearheading transformative change from the ground up. Andrew Hayim De Vries, an ecological designer, has pioneered a regenerative food waste system, launching it in …

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Masterclass | Food as Medicine with Janet DeNeefe

30 Jun 2023 11:30

Janet DeNeefe will lead you into the magical world of Indonesian spices and aromatics, sharing facts about their extraordinary healing and beauty properties. DeNeefe will teach you how to make …

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Teater Kuliner | Buleleng’s Success Story: Green Caviar

30 Jun 2023 11:30

Discover the culinary wonders of Buleleng, North Bali, as it emerges as a vibrant food-producing region. From Sidat Eel to Ikan Bandeng and green caviar seaweed, unique and niche edibles …

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Masterclass | The Art of Food Writing

30 Jun 2023 12:00

Learn the art of writing about food, from describing ingredients and cooking techniques to transforming the culinary experience into an extraordinary sensual experience. Eve Tedja and Kevindra Soemantri will help …

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Special Event | Betawi Lunch with Mei Batubara

30 Jun 2023 12:00 /

Mei Batubara leads you into the intriguing culinary world of the Betawi, the indigenous people of Jakarta, formerly known as Batavia. Dandang Betawi is a cookbook initiated by the wife …

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Food for Thought | Coffee Cupping

30 Jun 2023 12:30

Meet Nicolas Montoya, a barista and coffee farmer from Colombia, who also happens to be a professional chef. For the past 11 years, he has been serving as the cultural …

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Special Event | Garden of Eden at Gdas

30 Jun 2023 13:00 /

Indulge in a Mediterranean-style plant-based menu of organic superfoods and local exotica to celebrate our soil. Italian-trained, Indonesian chef, Theodora Poeradisastra, teams with Chef Mangku, of Gdas, to present a …

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Teater Kuliner | Fish Risotto flavoured with Sustainability

30 Jun 2023 13:30

Join Chef Joshira from Titik Dua and sustainable food warriors, Crafted with Time, as they cook up a tantalizing Fish Risotto. Using homemade mushroom soyu for fish marinade, housemade white …

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Food For Thought | Secrets of Balinese Cuisine with Gede Kresna

30 Jun 2023 13:45

Step into the vibrant kitchens of Bali with Gede Kresna. Unveil the myths, folklore, and sacred symbolism behind wood-fired cooking, religious customs, deities, offerings, and purifying rituals. Gede delves into …

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Masterclass | Sangeeta Maharaj & Robert Oliver

30 Jun 2023 14:30

Sangeeta Maharaj and Robert Oliver take you into the Pacific Islands’ kitchen and share their top-selling recipe for Kokoda: Fijian ceviche. Learn how to transform the freshest fish into a …

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Masterclass | A Journey Through Vegan Wine and Cheese

30 Jun 2023 14:30

Learn the basics in wine appreciation with one of the island’s best. Kerta Widyawati from Hatten Wines, will present their vegan wines. Learn the basics in wine appreciation with one …

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Food For Thought | Unleashing the Flavor of the Kenari Nut

30 Jun 2023 15:00

Unearth Indonesia’s best-kept culinary secret, the Kenari nut. Regarded as a treasure with tremendous potential for providing new livelihood opportunities for indigenous communities in East Nusa Tenggara, this almond-like nut …

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