Authentic Javanese Cooking in Tumbak Bayuh, North Canggu

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Host Bio: Dotty is a passionate and welcoming host who has spent her life bridging cultures through food. Born in Java and raised in the United States, she later moved to Australia after marriage. Now back in her home country of Indonesia, Dotty has fulfilled her lifelong dream of creating a charming bed and breakfast near the vibrant town of Canggu, Bali. Here, she offers intimate cooking classes that showcase the rich flavors and traditions of her Javanese heritage. Inspired by recipes passed down through generations—most notably from her grandmother and mother, one of Jakarta's first home caterers. Dotty creates an unforgettable culinary experience for travelers eager to learn the art of Indonesian cooking. Meal Description: Enjoy an authentic, home-cooked Javanese meal in Dotty's home, located in the lush and tranquil Tumbak Bayuh amongst the rice paddy fields that Bali is known for. Your Javanese meal might include dishes such as Dotty's addictively light and crispy corn fritters served with turmeric coconut rice, another favorite, soya chicken, chicken cooked in soy sauce with traditional ingredients, and gado gado (Indonesian salad with a peanut sauce dressing) or urab (vegetables with a spiced coconut dressing). Share a delightful meal with Dotty over a conversation about food and culture and dessert such as fresh fruit or black rice pudding served with coconut cream. Cooking Description: Join Dotty in her home kitchen in Tumbakbayuh, North Canggu, for an authentic Javanese cooking class. Learn to prepare 2-3 traditional dishes from scratch, using local ingredients and family recipes passed down through generations. Dotty offers valuable tips on ingredient substitutes, making it easy to recreate these dishes at home. After cooking, enjoy the delicious meal you've helped create, just like it’s served in an Indonesian household. This experience is perfect for travelers, foodies, home cooks, and anyone looking to explore authentic Javanese cuisine in Bali in a warm, hands-on setting.