Ubud, Bali | 4 December 2025, Apéritif hosted a sold-out charity dinner for 70 guests, presented in collaboration with Locavore NXT and Syrco BASÈ, in support of the Sumba Hospitality Foundation.
It was an evening where fine dining met meaningful purpose, led by talented Sumbanese chefs cooking together in a celebration of heritage, gratitude, and community.
A Culinary Journey with Purpose
Guests enjoyed curated canapés, followed by a thoughtfully crafted six-course menu:
- King Prawn – Cassava, Urap, Moringga Sauce
- Red Snapper – Aged Fish, Radish, Pacco
- Catch of the Day – Porridge, Sambal Teri, Kuah Asam
- Spring Chicken – Rumpu Rampe, Coconut Sauce, Liver
- Heritage Pork – Rowe Pakoda, Undis Jus, Sambal Toro
- Sumba Orchard – Mangosteen, Chocolate, Almond
These new creations are joined by Apéritif’s signature dishes such as Venison Wellington with rendang spices, and aged duck with lawar, nasi kuning, and jamu. The dining journey begins at Pinstripe Bar with curated canapés and continues through a menu that invites both curiosity and contemplation.
Words That Inspired the Evening
Guests were moved by a heartfelt speech from Inge De Lathauwer, visionary founder of the Sumba Hospitality Foundation, sharing her mission to empower Sumba’s youth through education and sustainability.
The collaborating chefs from Apéritif, Locavore NXT, and Syrco BASÈ also shared inspiring messages of unity, culture, and giving back.
A Collective Act of Giving
Through dinner contributions, raffle tickets, and the silent auction, the event raised IDR 197,940,000, with 100% of proceeds donated to the Sumba Hospitality Foundation.
The evening concluded at Pinstripe Bar, where guests toasted to Sumba’s enduring spirit.
About Apéritif Restaurant
Located in a grand manor house overlooking Ubud’s jungle and rice terraces, Apéritif offers a unique fine dining experience that blends timeless elegance with cultural relevance. The Lunar Cycle Menu adds a new layer to its Borderless Food identity, transforming the menu into a living dialogue with land, tradition, and imagination.
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Event Information
Event documentation can be viewed here: LINK
A full list of all sponsors and kind donors who supported this event can be found here: LINK
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