Taste Pure Bali

Conrad Bali partners with local organic suppliers and farming communities

                                                                       

Bali, 12 July, 2013. Conrad Bali has launched a deliciously innovative, health and wellness-conscious organic menu that sees the leading luxury resort team up with local farmers and communities as partners to ensure some of the freshest and most authentic organic produce reaches its guests.

The resort's culinary team has dedicated itself to searching for authentic Balinese ingredients, scouring Bali's farms to identify high quality organic produce found on the island.

The result is a menu that sings off the page in grace notes of intelligent organic cuisine. Some of the menu's standouts include:

• Fresh green peas cappuccino, seared scallop and organic aloe vera
• Gelée of rock oysters in Champagne stone crab local organic sweet corn sorbet Sevruga caviar
• Wild salmon bar smoked on sandalwood sea prawn with 'ikan bilis' caper powder organic shallot-cucumber-kumquat marmalade
• Homemade foie gras terrine with pain d'épices and chocolate Balinese honey water bubble local exotic fruits micro leaves, argan oil dressing
• Black cod and lobster with local sea salt fricassée of clams and sea urchin kedondong curry leaf-lemongrass-kaffir lime local white bean purée

David Laval, director of Food and Beverage & Culinary Operations, Conrad Bali, said: "We are thrilled to be launching this organic menu. We feel that it is contemporary, stylish and most importantly takes diners on a journey that connects them with the heart of the destination.

"We have utilized organic, locally-sourced produce so we can offer guests a healthy and nourishing gourmet experience, but at the same time a meaningful one too as we are supporting and working with local farmers and communities to help them improve their ability to produce excellent, organic produce. This is the journey we are taking diners on: from paddy to plate - with a story that accompanies each and every dish."

The two key suppliers to develop the exclusive menu for Conrad Bali's beachfront, toes-in-the-sand restaurant, Eight Degrees South, and further develop its confidently relaxed ethos are The Role Foundation and Pod Chocolate.

Pod Chocolate is a sustainable chocolate maker in the heart of Bali, that works closely with local farmers to enable them to successfully grow cacao beans organically which it then processes and develops into chocolate which finds its way to the plates of Conrad Bali diners.

The Role Foundation operates a fully organic farm that trains local farmers in the practices in permaculture farming practices to grow fruit and vegetables that are sourced from the farm by Conrad Bali. It is one of a number of initiatives the organization is pioneering in its overarching goal to create opportunities for women on Bali by equipping them with skills and education.

About the Conrad Bali

Conrad Bali is a luxury beachfront resort located on the southern coast of Bali, an island in the Indonesian archipelago with an alluring blend of natural beauty and timeless traditions. Contemporary in design, the resort boasts panoramic views to the ocean, pools and gardens and features 353 guest rooms and suites, inspired dining options, extensive meeting, event, and leisure facilities including the Jiwa Spa. The resort is also home to a beachfront wedding venue, Infinity. The exclusive Conrad Suites is located on a private wing and offers enhanced privacy with personalized service.

About Conrad Hotels & Resorts

Conrad Hotels & Resorts is Hilton Worldwide's global luxury brand and the choice for today's modern, sophisticated traveller. By focusing on the individual, Conrad offers guests genuine and personalized experience and a world of style, service and connection. Each Conrad is a dynamic reflection of its city and culture, as well as a showcase for striking design and distinct surroundings. Across five continents, in the world's gateway cities and most sought-after resort destinations, Conrad invites each guest to enjoy The Luxury Of Being Yourself. For information on Conrad, please visit www.conradhotels.com.