A Culinary Interpretation by Chef Petty
Elliott and Chef Thierry Le Quéau
As
an ode to Indonesia’s 70th independence anniversary, Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta
partners with one of the country’s most celebrated chef, Petty Elliott, in
showcasing authentic flavours presented with a modern take.
A
sense of place and innovative dining are values Mandarin Oriental pledges to
create. Honouring the special Independence Day, an approach to feature the best
undiscovered local favourites from different regions has been opted for
Cinnamon, the hotel’s restaurant known for its delectable Indonesian cuisines.
With
Indonesia being a vast country with many islands, Chef Thierry Le Quéau and
Chef Petty Elliott select iconic local dishes, perhaps not always known by
those living outside the region, and giving it a different spin; From Aceh - to
Medan - to Padang, down to Java, crossing the sea to Bali, up to Maluku and on to
Kalimantan.
Highlights
include; Gohu Ikan – a dish of tuna sashimi with chilli and basil salsa from
Maluku, Rujak Buah – Cinnamon’s own Javanese fruit salad, Sie Itek - duck curry
from Aceh, Sate Udang Rica-Rica – Manado’s prawn satay with its famed sambal
rica-rica, Arsik – the special Tapanuli style braised barramundi with ginger
flower, Mie Ayam - Jakarta’s favourite bowl of noodles and chicken soup, and
Konro – Cinnamon’s signature dish of slow braised beef hailed from Makassar.
Making
things more exciting, Chef Thierry and Chef Petty have collaborated in creating
a signature dessert that combines an iconic French sweets with Indonesian
flavour; Mille-feuille Kolak Pisang. The mille-feuille will be layered with
palm sugar spread, coconut jam and mousse, banana pureed with cinnamon, and
chopped cashew. A deconstruction of Indonesia’s well-loved dessert, it is a
play of authentic ingredients and flavours weaved into layers of pastry
goodness. Mille-feuille Kolak Pisang is priced at IDR50,000+ and will be
available at The Mandarin Cake Shop for one month.

A
household name in promoting Indonesian delicacies abroad; Chef Petty Elliott
shares her excitement. “I am very thrilled to be invited by Mandarin Oriental,
Jakarta and to collaborate with Chef Thierry,” she said, “We look forward to
feature different dishes from the many regions in Indonesia not many have
explored.” Sharing his enthusiasm, Chef Thierry Le Quéau added, “I am very
delighted to be working with Chef Petty, having known her for years and to
share her passion for Indonesian cuisines.”
Flavors
of the Archipelago – A Culinary Interpretation promotion is priced at IDR
328,000++ and will be available in Cinnamon restaurant from 15 August to 23
August 2015. For further info, please contact +62 (21) 2993 8823 or email
mojkt- cinnamon@mohg.com.
About Petty Elliott
Food
Writer, consultant and restaurant critic, Petty has been involved in promoting
the flavours of Indonesia over the last 10 years since returning from living in
the UK, where she participated in the BBC’s Masterchef competition. Championing
modern Indonesian cuisine with international audiences, as well as reawakening
interest at home, has been her passion. Petty writes regularly for The Jakarta
Globe and Now! Jakarta magazine and previously also consulted as head contributor
for Miele Guide, Asia’s Best restaurant Guide for 5 years.
About Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta
With
the warmth of Indonesian hospitality and the levels of service for which
Mandarin Oriental is renowned, Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta offers exemplary personalised
service in luxurious surroundings. Located in the heart of the city, the hotel
is an oasis of 21st-century luxury with 272 spacious guestrooms, including 24
suites and a variety of award-winning restaurants and bar concepts, which
become the meeting place of choice for hotel guests and the local community.
The state-of-the-art meeting and banqueting facilities also provide the best
venues for both business and social events. For more information and
reservations, visit www.mandarinoriental.com/jakarta.
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