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2024 Festival Program

Join us for the ultimate culinary adventure from 31 May to 2 June! Explore our program of cooking demos, food talks, live entertainment, special events, dining pop-ups, workshops, and food tours around Ubud, and get ready for a mouthwatering experience like no other!


Special Event | Pulang Kampung at Nusantara

01 Jun 2024 18:00

Five Indonesian chefs join forces in the Nusantara kitchen to present an ethno-culinary portrait of the archipelago inspired by food from their hometowns. Freddie Salim from Silk Bistro, Ryan Thejasukmana …

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Special Event | Tex Mex Dingo Ate my Taco X Cantina Rooftop

01 Jun 2024 18:00

Hola! Prepare for a Mexican night to remember at Cantina Rooftop with Dingo Ate My Taco, Melbourne’s snappy food truck heroes and masters of small space cooking. Known for their …

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Special Event | Makoto Tokuyama X Nicola Russo

01 Jun 2024 18:00

Makoto Tokuyama, the visionary behind Cocoro, New Zealand’s leading Japanese restaurant, collaborates with Capella’s acclaimed chef, Nicola Russo, at the Japanese omakase restaurant, Api Jiwa. With a deep connection to …

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Film Program | Exclusive Screening and In-Depth Talk: 2024 Festival Trailer with Laksmi DeNeefe Suardana

01 Jun 2024 18:00 /

This year, we have created a very special teaser video, giving you a glimpse into the magic of our 2024 Festival. Together with our official ambassador, Bali’s first Puteri Indonesia …

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Special Event | Meet The Cheesemakers

01 Jun 2024 18:15

Introducing the cheesemakers revolutionizing Bali’s culinary scene. Rosalie Cheese, Mazaraat Cheese, and TreeNut Cheezery (vegan cheese) are at the forefront of a new wave of artisanal cheese crafting, reshaping the …

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Special Event | A Journey in Sustainability with Deepanker Khosla

01 Jun 2024 18:30

Deepanker Khosla, award-winning chef from Bangkok’s Michelin-starred Haoma and winner of this year’s Sustainable Restaurant award by Asia’s 50 Best, collaborates with Mozaic’s acclaimed chef, Blake Thornley, for a sustainable …

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Special Event | August x Kubu

01 Jun 2024 19:00

Flavor of the month, Hans Christian, the culinary genius behind August Jakarta, hailed as the Best Restaurant in Indonesia, returns to Ubud with his latest offerings. In the breezy, elegant …

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Music & Performance | Yon Gondrong

Lestari Yono, renowned as Yon Gondrong, is an Indonesian musician, celebrated for his performances with multiple musical instruments affixed to his body. Originally from Malang and residing in Bali for …

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Film Program | Treasures of Sigi

01 Jun 2024 19:00 /

Treasures of Sigi is The Dharmawangsa Jakarta’s effort to preserve the nation’s wealth. In collaboration with Javara Indonesia and Lingkar Temu Kabupaten Lestari (LTKL), this documentary captures Chef Julio’s exploration …

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Film Program | Janet DeNeefe: Off the Beaten Track

01 Jun 2024 20:00 /

For over thirty years, Ubud Food Festival Founder & Director Janet DeNeefe has explored the diverse world of Balinese cooking. Now, following her book Bali: Food of My Island Home, …

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Music & Performance | The Munchies

The Munchies is a group of four individuals from different corners of Indonesia, based in Bali, bringing together the nuances of folk music. Originally starting with two main players, Joe …

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Music & Performance | Rizal & Folk

Rizal Hadi is a uniquely talented multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, instrument builder, music producer, and social activist from West Java, Indonesia. He dedicates his music and career to creating real social change …

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Music & Performance | Unb’rocken

Unb’rocken, an Ubud-based band, began their musical journey in local cafes and bars before venturing to Australia. With their signature blues rock sound, Unb’rocken has released two albums and is …

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Film Program | The Culinary Heritage of Bali

02 Jun 2024 18:00 /

Warisan Cita Rasa Bali, or The Culinary Heritage of Bali, presents a series of short documentaries revealing the stories behind iconic Balinese culinary dishes. Join us for a special screening …

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Food Tour | Les is More Tour to North Bali

02 Jun 2024 08:00

Embark on an unique culinary expedition to Buleleng, Bali’s best-kept secret. Our destination is the coastal village of Les to meet the enigmatic Chef Yudi in his traditional warung, Dapur …

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Special Event | Freshly Picked

02 Jun 2024 09:00

A foraging trip sourcing unique interesting ingredients from Bali’s outdoor wildlife with local expert Boss Kasida of Locavore NXT. Spend the morning exploring the area’s edible biodiversity followed by an …

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Food Tour | SABA Experience: Sababay Distillery Tour & Cocktail Class

02 Jun 2024 09:00

Join us on the SABA Experience at Sababay Distillery, where you’ll explore the secret realm of spirits. Enjoy an exclusive tour of their distillery and winery, tasting top-selling spirits like …

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Teater Kuliner | Let’s Roll! Gimbap 101 by Daeyong Kwon

02 Jun 2024 09:30 /

Renowned Korean celebrity chef Daeyong Kwon shares the art of crafting the perfect gimbab! Join the demo where Chef Kwon will reveal his expert techniques and insider tips for creating …

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Open Kitchen | Chawanmushi with Makoto Tokuyama

02 Jun 2024 09:30 /

Join Makoto Tokuyama in a unique cooking experience where he will create his signature Scallop Chawanmushi with Truffle. Learn how to master the art of this exquisite Japanese dish, blending …

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Food for Thought | Full of Beans: Farming Panel

02 Jun 2024 10:00 /

Gather ’round for a gritty discussion on the business of coffee, with Arca, a young coffee farmer from Kintamani, Mikael Jasin, this year’s world barista champ and Fahmi, Roaster From …

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