An Innovative 3d Dining and Storytelling Experience Starring Le Petit Chef

AT 58mm tall, Le Petit Chef is the smallest chef in the world – animated chef, that is. And he’ll be the star of a unique gastronomic experience at Alila Anji, available from 20 July to 19 November 2018 from Sunday to Thursday with seating for a maximum of 16 guests.

Le Petit Chef at Alila Anji is an innovative dining concept that combines cutting-edge visual mapping technology with effective storytelling, immersing diners in a 3D projected tale that plays out on the dining table and plate. The story of the small animated chef is projected onto diners’ plates where he proceeds to ‘cook’ their food in front of them, engaging all the senses. Diners are treated to a journey of tastes, sights, sounds and aromas in an experience that is hugely imaginative and entertaining.

Having wowed diners in many major cities across China, from Shanghai and Beijing to Wuhan and Hangzhou, Le Petit Chef will soon be cooking up a virtual storm in celebration of Alila Anji’s 2nd anniversary, enlivening a 6-course menu served in the intimate lifestyle setting of the resort’s Alila Living – a pop-up room with floor-to-ceiling views of Tianfu Lake. “There are more surprises in the works for our guests at Alila Anji in the following months as the Pop-Up Lifestyle Series unfold,” said Jack Widagdo, General Manager of Alila Anji.

To complement the unparalleled 3D show, Alila Anji’s Head Chef Jason Zhu and his team will create a gourmet menu that showcases the best of local Anji ingredients, a visual and palatable feast to delight both adults and children.

Each 6-course Le Petit Chef experience at Alila Anji is priced at CNY 498 ++ (approximately USD75++) per adult and CNY 398 ++ (approximately USD60++) per child aged 12 and under. It is available for dinner and catered for up to 16 guests only. Mark the dates and book your seats for this surprisingly different dining experience!

Enjoy Daily Freshness as You Chill Out at Relish Bistro

Conveniently located within Fraser Residence Menteng Jakarta, Relish Bistro brings Pan Asian comfort food and zestful flavours to the table.

COOKING from the heart of Central Jakarta, Relish Bistro welcomes everyone to experience a casual dining restaurant that serves fresh food daily. Conveniently located within Fraser Residence Menteng Jakarta, a Gold Standard serviced residence, this bistro is a hidden treasure that aims to draw diverse patrons in the surrounding area. A meeting point of cultures where you can come to refuel and recharge, Relish Bistro serves comfort food that everyone knows and loves. As its name suggests, Relish Bistro will bring pleasing and zestful flavours to the table.

Located within Fraser Residence Menteng Jakarta, Relish Bistro brings convenience to visitors with a secured parking facility for all vehicles. The proximity to Jakarta’s main Jend. Sudirman Street and M.H. Thamrin Street will also make Relish Bistro an easy destination for those enjoying a fun Sunday out during the city’s weekly Car Free Day.

Gule Aceh Kacang Ijo

With dishes that use the freshest of ingredients and are guaranteed to be sizzling when they arrive on the table, Relish Bistro offers a unique selection for budding foodies in Jakarta. A collective of Pan Asian cuisines as well as Indonesian and Western favourites in the menu served on a hot skillet, Relish Bistro would have something for everyone. Crowd-pleasers that are expected to make the most impression are the Aceh Gule Kacang Hijauwith its perfect blend of east meets west – the curry dish is made with green mung bean and premium lamb chop – as well as the Ayam Gecok, a culinary specialty from Semarang, where the dish typically uses twenty-five kinds of herbs and spices.

Ayam Gecok

Detox Salad

Meanwhile, tummy fillers such as the Relish Burger, which features several layers of juicy beef or chicken patties accompanied by mouth-watering beef bacon, and Relish Pizza, which uses a variety of cheeses to create a savoury goodness, will definitely satisfy the biggest of cravings.

For health-conscious eaters, a bowl of watercress, beetroot and chunky apple meets an apple vinaigrette dressing in the form of the Detox Salad, and the Relish Detox, a drink of blended horenso spinach and apple with an ample serving of lemon juice, are great energy boosters – especially on days when the city is buzzing with its non-stop hustle and bustle.

In creating Relish Bistro, Fraser Residence Menteng Jakarta’s existing restaurant has been redesigned with a contemporary style of industrial geometric. Indoor and outdoor seating are available, up to a maximum capacity of 100-seated guests. The open air bar is perfect for those who seeks the breezy outdoors of Jakarta and gives the ability to feel al fresco dining. Besides being the perfect place to have good food, the bistro will also serve as a new hotspot for guests’ social media repertoire thanks to its Instagrammable interiors. Having a swimming pool as a vocal point of the restaurant also brings a soothing atmosphere, making it a relaxed space to dine and wine – from within the restaurant and from the bar as well. Relish Bistro doesn’t require its dining guest to be fully dressed up, which makes it easier for patrons from all walks of Jakarta to enjoy a good time. With this rejuvenation, Relish Bistro aims to create good vibes and bring great enjoyment to those who visit.

Burger

Pizza

About Fraser Residence Menteng Jakarta

Strategically located at Menteng Raya in Central Jakarta, close to the business district of Thamrin, Fraser Residence Menteng Jakarta is minutes away from multinational corporations, key tourist sites, and excellent shopping and dining establishments. Each of the 128 Gold-Standard serviced apartment residences exudes a sense of tranquillity and space with natural light cascading through the full-length windows into the spacious interiors, creating an oasis within Jakarta city. Fraser Residence Menteng Jakarta is also pet-friendly and well-equipped with a wide range of facilities and amenities, such as a 24/7 gym, a spa and a pool, and reception, concierge and security services.

The Sweet Art of Summer

Le Residencia

By Belmond New Experiences to Celebrate La Dolce Vita

This summer, Belmond introduces new experiences that embrace ‘the sweet art of summer living’ and celebrate ‘La Dolce Vita’. From private concerts in Portofino Bay to chic picnics on the Amalfi Coast, Belmond’s timeless portfolio of hotels in Southern Europe are set to seduce guests against a backdrop of the most beautiful and iconic locations in Italy, Mallorca and Portugal.

Caruso

SAVOUR NEW DELIGHTS OF LA DOLCE VITA

Belmond has created a series of new gastronomic experiences that will last from dawn until dusk, making the most of the long summer days across Southern Europe.

Rising above the clouds in Madeira, a sunrise breakfast is served by a private Butler for guests of Belmond Reid’s Palace at one of the highest peaks of the Atlantic Isle.

In Venice, a new cookery class in the gardens of Belmond Hotel Cipriani, hosted by chef Roberto Gatto introduces legendary recipes from Cip’s Club followed by alfresco lunch under the new pergola in the hotel vineyards.

Reids Palace

Sandwiched between history and the natural wonders of the Amalfi coast; a chic picnic is served amongst the ruins of the oldest village in Ravello for guests of Belmond Hotel Caruso; whilst at Belmond Villa San Michele in the hills of Fiesole, guests are invited to enjoy an aperitivo picnic in the gardens of the new Cloister Bar.

Celebrating 100 days of summer in Sicily, Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo has launched a ‘pop-up’ restaurant in honour of the artist Otto Geleng; rounding off the perfect summer evening in Mallorca, romance is on the menu at the Mirador aboveBelmond La Residencia.

Sant Andrea

EXPLORE THE GOLDEN AGE OF ROMANCE

New excursions exploring the sparkling Mediterranean coastline in Portofino and Sicily take guests on romantic journeys full of the nostalgic glamour of the golden age of travel.

A sunset cruise across Portofino Bay from Belmond Hotel Splendido to San Fruttuoso Bay for a private concert in the courtyard of the abbey, sets the scene for the most magical evening in theMediterranean.

Belmond Villa Sant’Andrea, invites guests to visit one of the most untouched islands in the Sicilian Archipelago, the Filicudi Islands, spending time with local artists and fishermen who open their houses for traditional Sicilian hospitality.

Cipriani

THE SWEET-SUITE LIFE

Celebrate the Sweet Art of Summer with the ‘Suite Life’ offer in one of Belmond’s timeless suites.

From the Ava Gardner Suite at Belmond Hotel Splendido and the Limonaia Suite at Belmond Villa San Michele; to the newly appointed ‘Modern Romantic’ suites at Belmond Villa Sant’Andrea and the vibrant Suite 67 by Matthew Williamson at Belmond La Residencia – sweet dreams are made of ‘La Dolce Vita’ at Belmond.

Belmond’s Suite Life offer includes luxury accommodation in a Junior Suite including daily breakfast – for more details visit HERE.

Tropicola Launches on Bali’s Golden Mile in August 2018

This place must have existed
in another time and in another place
coconut oil melting in the sun
the vivid blue of the water
the blinding white of staff on bended knee
languid hands on frozen drinks
the sizzle of shellfish over wood fire
laughter and splash and chatter
a paradise against the sea
It was just another mansion

–––––––– Tropicola is what it felt like.

Tropicolais a multi-stage, beachfront development on the Golden Mile of Bali’s Seminyak Beach, enjoying sweeping panoramic views of the Indian Ocean just meters up the beach from W Bali-Seminyak, Potato Head & Alila Seminyak. It’s the biggest project to date from the group behind Bali’s iconic Motel Mexicolaand Bucket Liston Sydney’s Bondi Beach.

Tropicola is a beach club, restaurant, rooftop bar and hotel located on 7000m2of pristine beachfront land. The venue has been years in the planning with the first stage, Tropicola Beach Club, kicking off in August 2018.

Over the following year the next two stages will roll out, beginning with a 60 seats restaurant by Chef Steve Skelly, followed by a rooftop bar and event space with vast, uninterrupted views spanning from the Buket peninsula to the south all the way north to Tanah Lot. Completing the development will be a 60 rooms hotel bringing fun, affordable and accessible luxury to the island with room rates from $100 a night.

Combining the team’s years of excellence in hospitality with memories of travels around the globe, Tropicola is their nostalgic tribute to places both real and imagined, representing a homage to more carefree and effortless times. Located on one of the most well-known beachfronts in Bali, Tropicola brings a Slim Aarons picture to life, opening its pools to the new jet-set that have made Bali their own. Memories of Miami, Acapulco, Palm Springs, Tulum and Playa Del Carmen are woven into a drink and dine beach club like no other.

Tropicola Beach Club features three bars sprawling over multiple levels, surrounding two pools and a wood fire open kitchen. Chef Steve Skelly, responsible for the award winning food at Mexicola, Da Maria and Luigi’s Hot Pizza, has drawn upon his traveling experiences to create a menu anchored by wood fired grills, fresh seafood, grilled meats and simply handled vegetables. Nothing too heavy or overdone, just great produce prepared beautifully and simply, in an environment purpose built for lounging and grazing, day and night.

Tropicola will marry the fun and irreverence of Mexicola with the slick and professional service that is a hallmark of the team. Working with James Brown, the designer behind Motel Mexicola, Tropicola rises up from the beachfront in a riot of colour and movement. Tropicola Beach Club is a place to get a tan, relax in the in the sun, people watch, sipping great cocktails and dine all day long as music fills the air and the best staff on the island flit and flow from table to table and sunbed to sunbed.

Tropicola is about transporting moods and memories from another time and place to the heart of Bali. Guests will celebrate the sun setting over the ocean every evening whilst Coconut Womanby Lloyd Price plays in the background, with staff in crisp white and red weaving through the crowd with trays of complimentary sunset drinks. This will become a signature memory of Tropicola and a sunset ritual to dream about for decades.

Back on The Scene

Belmond Opens Reservations for Its Sparkling Caribbean Beach Retreat Belmond La Samanna, St Martin

Belmond announces its sparkling beach retreat, Belmond La Samanna, is back on the scene in St Martin. Following a chic restyle, the resort will be ready to welcome guests from 10th December 2018.

Located within the island’s most prestigious French West Indies neighbourhood, overlooking Baie Longue’s mile-long white sands; the resort invites guests to indulge in elegant European cuisine, sip Champagne at sunset and explore the vibrant coastline’s designer boutiques and over 400 restaurants.

Belmond La Samanna offers the best of both worlds - a stylish private beach and spa oasis that embodies the island’s classic French spirit.

SEA OF PASTEL CHIC

Flourishing under the art direction of ‘Pastel-chic’ is the resort’s 83 rooms and public spaces, which have been given a refresh by interior design firm MuzaLab, London. Pastel blues, greens, pinks and peaches are inspired by the natural tones of the Caribbean Sea, shells and corals and are used alongside intricate and colourful botanical prints on fabrics, artworks, lighting and mirrors. As guests explore the newly invigorated Baie Longue Bar, Trellis restaurant and main building, these playful colour palettes evoke a sense of place and allude to French romance.

CULINARY OCCASIONS

Contributing to St Martin’s reputation as the Caribbean’s culinary capital - Belmond La Samanna reopens its sophisticated beachfront French restaurant Trellis - where dining is an occasion to dress up and remember; as the chefs serve up culinary masterpieces with European finesse. The historic La Cave Wine Cellar is the largest private wine cellar in the Caribbean and offers a memorable dining and fine wine pairing experience curated by the Head Chef.

The resort’s new look Beach Bar is a glamorous nightspot by the water’s edge for Champagne or a cosmopolitan cocktail as the sun goes down. Playful swings, monochrome lounge seating and dramatic chandeliers invite a cause for celebration.

BEACH SCENE AND BEYOND

A wide variety of activities cater for every taste and style seekers will love the many nearby designer boutiques and fashionable market stalls that line the colourful French capital of Marigot.

The Water Sports Cabana is the first stop for the active adventurer and Baie Longue beach provides the stunning backdrop for a host of water sports and excursions, including, water-skiing, kayaking, sailing, paddle boarding, snorkelling and scuba diving off nearby reefs. Tennis lessons with the resort pro are the perfect way to make the most of the cooler mornings.

The candlelit hilltop La Samanna Spa, nestled in tropical gardens, offers indulgent locally- inspired massages and treatments by luxurious French brands Sisley and Pure Altitude.

FANTASY JETSETTER ISLAND HOPPING

With chic-island hideaway Belmond Cap Juluca opening on 17th November 2018, the two resorts offer an easy twin centre stay with a chance for guests to enjoy the serenity of Anguilla and ‘Joie de Vivre’ of St Martin. A five-night stay (3 nights at Belmond La Samanna / 2 nights at Belmond Cap Juluca) for two people during low season, subject to availability, starts from $3,500 and includes transfers and $200 per resort credit, excluding taxes and resort fees.

DESTINATION DETAILS

Belmond La Samanna, St Martin prices start from $545/£390 for a Deluxe Ocean View Room and for an Ocean View Suite $845/£605 per night. The resort is a short private car transfer from Princess Juliana International Airport that serves direct daily flights from US, Canada, France and Netherlands.

For more info, please visit www.belmond.com