Putu resides in the home of her forebears, nestled within a traditional family complex. Upon your arrival, you’ll be greeted by her elders, her spouse, Pasta, and their trio of offspring. From a tender age, Putu honed her culinary prowess under her grandmother’s tutelage, mastering the art of daily meal preparation. These skills have since blossomed into both a professional calling and a heartfelt hobby. Employed as a chef at a pair of exclusive estates, Putu crafts innovative Balinese cuisine, much to the delight of her patrons. She takes considerable pride in the aesthetic arrangement of her creations, garnishing them with intricately carved produce. In her domestic life, she is tasked with the creation of sacred offerings, ranging from modest tributes to towering fruit structures that she balances atop her head during religious festivities. Additionally, Putu concocts homemade jamu, a traditional medicinal brew derived from turmeric.\n\nPutu’s grandparents, who cultivate rice, will offer you their own harvest during your meal. You’ll be invited to explore their homestead, including a tour of the family’s spiritual sanctuary, where they will elucidate the significance of the various sacred items. Their property boasts a lush orchard with an array of trees bearing jackfruit, cacao, durian, coffee, and bananas. The family also raises a collection of animals, including pigs, ducks, chickens, and a cow.\n\nNote: The cost covers a round-trip transfer from your accommodation in Ubud.\n\nPoints of Interest\n\n- Komaneka at Bisma
- Private cooking lesson with host Putu
- Homecooked meal experience
- Round-trip transport from Ubud hotel
- All-inclusive taxes, fees, and charges
- Complimentary non-alcoholic beverages
- Local alcohol tasting (1-2 glasses)
- Gratuities included
- Round-trip transport from outside of Ubud (extra charge)
Join Putu, your host, for a practical cooking session. Together, you will make 2-3 traditional Balinese dishes. While you’re busy chopping, grinding and grilling, Putu will share the secrets of the spices she uses in her family’s recipes and the healing properties of Bali’s ingredients.
Putu’s kitchen is basic, equipped with just a dual burner stove, yet you’ll be amazed by how swiftly and smoothly she can whip up a complex menu with multiple dishes. You’ll have the opportunity to taste various authentic recipes which might include Putu’s grilled eggplant with tomato, grilled fish coupled with Balinese sambal (a type of chili sauce), a curry dish (chicken, fish or vegetarian) or perhaps an assortment of pepes (foods seasoned with local spices, wrapped in banana leaves and steamed). The cooking class should take around 1-2 hours, after which you will sit down to indulge in the delectable meal you’ve co-prepared with your host and her family.
- Menu may vary depending on the season
- If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
- Vegetarian and vegan option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Private, personalized experience
- Please note: Prices include round-trip transport from Ubud only. Please be sure to include your hotel name on the reservation form so your host can arrange for your pick-up. If you are staying outside of Ubud there will be an additional charge for transportation.
If you cancel at least 3 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
