Greetings from the heart of Tanjung Benoa here in Bali, to all corners of Indonesia as well as to all the fare away places on our magnificent beautiful planet.

It is with great pleasure and pride to announce the birth of latest creation in our search to bring Balinese culinary and food culture a step closer to anyone interested in experiencing not only beautiful sights on our island paradise, but also sample the delicious flavors Balinese cooking has on offer.

P A S A R M A L A M
Balinese Market Restaurant

Based on the success of Bumbu Bali, Restaurant & Cooking School, we continued with our efforts to bring Balinese food another step closer to the interested gourmet traveler and to people which enjoy sampling the delightful flavors of Bali. Only a few hundred meters away from Bumbu Bali within Rumah Bali we crafted in a magnificent Balinese setting a village center where each building was designed following the principals of ancient Balinese architecture. We transformed each pavilion into a kitchen or each kitchen into a restaurant, and as a result while guest enjoy their dinner they will also be entertained by our market chefs with the preparation of the many secret recipes. Imagine sitting in the midst of a Balinese village market and enjoy the best dishes our island has to offer, and at the same time be confident to sit in a perfectly clean and save environment. Each pavilion is dedicated to one specific type of food, and together we will tell you the entire story of food culture in Bali

Bale Panjang - Spices
Without doubt spices are the most important ingredient in preparing Bali's delicious cuisine. Here you will find every spice on display required in preparing Bali's "Bumbus" spice mixes. Jars of various sizes are filled with all the nutmeg, cloves, peppers, cinnamons and other selected flavors used in Balinese cooking. Each spice is labeled with its name and a short explanation of the origin and main usage is given.

Wantilan – Arakery and Not a Distillery
This traditional cock fighting pavilion has been transformed into a "Micro Distillery" where we show case the production of Bali's famous Arak and Brem. While you enjoy the various flavors of Arak you might witness the traditional way this rather mysterious palm brandy is distilled.

Bale - Banjar - Vegetables
Here we built three traditional fireplaces where we prepare all the many vegetable dishes "Jukut", served with every meal in Bali. On display you will find a large selection of many awkward looking greens over which one wants to debate whether they belong into the categories of vegetables or fruits. They look like a fruit, just like a papaya and are prepared in way we prepare

vegetables, or then there are cucumbers which are actually fruits but taste like vegetables.

Bale Gede - Coffee
The smallest of all pavilions is dedicated to coffee, and one can witness and smell the joy of freshly roasted coffee. Experience the difference between Bali's Robasta Beans and the world famous Java Arabica. Here you are surrounded by traditional art effects used in the harvest and production of coffee in Bali.

Puri - Fruits and Cakes
Approximately 50 types of fruits grow on Bali, and most tourist places will serve you just about four. Discover that there is a lot more than just melons, pineapples and papayas. There is a daily changing display of fruits which we incorporated in the preparation of the various fruit dishes. Savor Bali's favorite snack the "rujak" or indulge yourself on a delicious ginger soup.

Kambang - Rice
Here you find on display a large selection of instruments utensils and art effects required in the production, harvest, and preparation of rice. Find out all the secrets between the various types and qualities of rice; black, red, white, glutinous or there respective flours.

Paon - Main production kitchen
Here all the main dishes are prepared. Select the freshest fish from our display, which is purchased daily fresh from the Jimbaran market. Fish, prawns, squid or sates are grilled over coconut husks. Meats braised in sweet soy or coconut milk, and ducks and chickens roasted in Banana leaves.

Entertainment
There will by daily entertainment with changing shows every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

It is our aim to bring in our very own Pasar Malam Balinese food culture a step closer to the food interested visitor to Bali. Within our little village you will find every aspect of food found in Bali. We do not just want to serve you a good Balinese meal, but also tell you the story on the food in Bali and with it let you experience and feel a magic part of Bali's incredible culture.

The team in Pasar Malam is looking forward to your first visit to our latest cultural and culinary creation.

Heinz von Holzen and The Team of Pasar Malam

F A C T S H E E T
- Opening reception with temple ceremony Wednesday March 1, 2006

- Book Launch, Feast of Flavors From the Balinese kitchen Wednesday March, 1 2006

- Official opening for public
Thursday March 2, 2006