Food tells the story of a place, its people and the traditions passed down through generations.
In Bali, culinary heritage is deeply rooted in local ingredients, traditional cooking methods and the knowledge preserved within village communities.
On the 20th of November 2026, Black Garlic at Adiwana Alas Harum will bring these traditions to the table through Rooted in Bali, a special culinary collaboration with Dapur Bali Mula. This one-night experience celebrates Balinese cuisine and cultural heritage through thoughtfully prepared dishes, storytelling and traditional performing arts, offering guests a deeper connection to the island’s culinary roots and the traditions that continue to shape its identity.
The Story Behind Dapur Bali Mula
Located in Les Village on Bali’s northern coast, Dapur Bali Mula reflects Chef Jero Yudhi’s commitment to preserving the culinary traditions and cultural heritage of his community.
His connection to cooking began in childhood, inspired by his father, who worked as a village cook. This early influence fostered his appreciation for traditional recipes and the knowledge, stories and customs passed down through generations.
Through Dapur Bali Mula, Chef Jero shares these traditions with a wider audience, guided by a deep respect for local ingredients, seasonal produce and traditional cooking methods. Each dish reflects his village’s culinary identity and the enduring relationship between food, culture and community.
For Chef Jero, food is more than a dining experience. It is a living expression of cultural memory, a way to honour ancestral knowledge and an opportunity to share his community’s stories through flavours shaped by generations.
Two Kitchens, One Shared Appreciation
This philosophy lies at the heart of Rooted in Bali, bringing Dapur Bali Mula and Black Garlic at Adiwana Alas Harum together in a shared celebration of Balinese culinary heritage.
Through this collaboration, the two culinary establishments invite guests to look beyond the plate and discover the stories behind the island’s cuisine. Each ingredient and traditional cooking technique offers a glimpse into the knowledge, customs and communities that continue to shape Bali’s culinary identity.
While the two kitchens operate in different settings, their collaboration reflects a common commitment to honouring the traditions, ingredients and knowledge that define the island’s cuisine. Through this gathering, Dapur Bali Mula’s culinary heritage meets the contemporary dining experience at Black Garlic, inviting guests to discover Balinese flavours through the stories and traditions behind them.
For Black Garlic, the collaboration offers an opportunity to bring the culinary heritage of local communities closer to guests visiting Ubud. It encourages a deeper appreciation of the ingredients, generations of knowledge and people whose contributions continue to shape Bali’s gastronomic identity.
The evening will also feature a Barong Landung performance accompanied by live gamelan music, adding another layer of cultural expression to the experience. Together, the cuisine, storytelling and traditional performing arts explore the enduring relationship between food, art and Balinese identity.
More than a collaboration between two kitchens, Rooted in Bali creates a space for traditional knowledge to be shared and appreciated by new audiences. It reflects the enduring power of food to connect people to a place, carry cultural memory forward and keep heritage alive for generations to come.
An Evening Rooted in Tradition
Rooted in Bali invites guests to discover the island’s culinary heritage through an evening shaped by local flavours, traditional cooking and cultural expression.
Taking place at Black Garlic, Adiwana Alas Harum, in Ubud, the experience explores the stories behind Balinese cuisine and honours the people who continue to preserve its traditions across generations.
Event Details
Rooted in Bali – Black Garlic × Dapur Bali Mula
- Date: Friday, 20th of November 2026
- Time: 7 PM onwards
- Venue: Black Garlic, Adiwana Alas Harum, Ubud, Bali
- Price: Starting from IDR 600,000++ per person
- Entertainment: Barong Landung performance accompanied by live gamelan music
Seating is limited. To reserve your place, contact Black Garlic via WhatsApp at +62 811 3800 610 or visit www.blackgarlicubud.com.