A Culinary Journey from Our Garden to Your Plate
Immerse yourself in the vibrant heart of Balinese culture with a hands-on cooking class at Om Ham Retreat & Resort. More than just a lesson, this is a sensory journey that begins in the verdant, sun-kissed soil of our organic garden and ends with you savoring the authentic flavors of the island, prepared by your own hands.
This experience embodies the core philosophy of Om Ham Retreat & Resort, which emphasizes a holistic connection to nature and well-being. Guided by our local culinary experts, you will discover the secrets behind Bali’s most cherished dishes, understanding that food is not just for sustenance, but for balance and joy.
IDR 450,000 / 90 mins
A Walk Through Our Organic Garden
Your journey starts with a tour of our lush gardens, the source of the fresh, healthy ingredients used at our own Tulsi Eatery & Coffee. You will hand-pick the aromatic herbs, spices, and vegetables essential for your class, including fiery chilies, fragrant lemongrass, earthy turmeric, and zesty kaffir lime leaves.
Hands-On Cooking in a Traditional Setting
In our open and welcoming kitchen, you will learn the time-honored techniques of Balinese cooking. Our chef will guide you step-by-step through the preparation of a complete, four-course meal.
Feasting on Your Creations
After the class, you will sit down to enjoy the delicious meal you have prepared, overlooking the serene rice paddies of Junjungan Ubud. It is a moment of deep satisfaction, connecting your effort directly with the delightful flavors on your plate.
You will master the art of creating these iconic dishes from scratch.
Jukut Urab (Balinese Vegetable Salad)
Begin by assembling a vibrant and refreshing salad using the long beans, bean sprouts, and spinach you’ve picked from the garden. You’ll learn to create the signature spiced coconut dressing that makes this dish a healthy and flavorful favorite across the island.
Be Siap Nyat Nyat
“Balinese Paste” that serves as its sauce. This paste is made from a rich blend of ingredients including galangal, candlenut, ginger, turmeric, shallots, garlic, and various peppers. To develop its deep flavor, the ingredients for the paste are finely sliced, blended, and then cooked over low heat for two to three hours.
Be Siap Mesisit with Sambal Matah
In our Balinese cooking class, you will master the art of creating Be Siap Mesit-Sit Sambal Matah, a celebrated island dish known for its incredibly fresh and vibrant flavors. This experience involves perfectly grilling chicken that has been simply seasoned with salt and pepper. The highlight of the dish is the iconic Sambal Matah, a raw Balinese sauce you will prepare yourself by combining finely sliced shallots, aromatic lemongrass, and pure coconut oil. The combination of the warm, savory grilled chicken with the zesty, uncooked sambal creates a brilliant contrast of texture and a burst of authentic Balinese flavor.
Dadar Gulung
Conclude your Balinese culinary journey on a sweet note with Dadar Gulung, one of the island’s most famous desserts. You will learn the art of making the signature, vibrant green crepes, which are crafted from wheat flour and get their color from green essence. The true delight lies in the rich filling, which you will prepare by cooking moist, shredded coconut with sweet palm sugar. The final step is rolling this warm, caramelized filling inside the delicate crepes, creating the perfect, authentic sweet treat to complete your hands-on cooking experience.
