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King’s Social House sets St. Mortiz’ dining scene ablaze with celebrated British chef and restauranteur, Jason Atherton. The restaurant, formerly known as King’s Club, sees a complete redesign by Rosendale Design and features a showstopping mural by Swiss street artist duo, Bane + Pest. Grey pine panels, upcycled from old barns, slate columns and timber come together to create a luxe take on the farmhouses that pepper the Engadine countryside. Expect lavish dishes, from a truffle morel fondue to a roasted lobster with triplecooked duck fat chips. As the night goes on, the venue will transform into a club, with a programme of international DJS and slick drinks. Badrutt’s Palace Hotel, Via Serlas 27, 7500 St. Moritz, Switzerland. Tel: +41 81 837 10 00 New in Hackney’s food, drink and design consortium, Mare Street Market, is The Dining Room, a 45-seater restaurant serving up quintessential British fare. There’s a strong emphasis on East London’s homegrown producers and artisans – as with the rest of the market – which will complement neighbouring establishment, Open Kitchen. Enjoy Art Deco interiors, accentuated with antiquities from Pure White Lines, as well as the seasonal dishes by head chef Dominik Moldenhauer. The Duck Breast with Chestnut Gnocchi (£13/S$23) and Pastrami Braised Ox Cheek (£13) have proven popular among guests, but save room for the Brioche Doughnut. The latter is topped with salted caramel sauce and a cardamom cheesecake mousse (£5). Vegetarian and vegan menus are also available. 117 Mare Street, London E8 4RU, U.K. Tel: +44 20 3745 2470

Surrounded by rice fields and Mount Agung as the backdrop, Wapa di Ume Sidemen presents itself as a scenic rustic hideaway like no other. Opt for a stay at the Di Ume Suite, which comes with a balcony to take in the panoramic views. The five-star resort’s restaurant, Sleeping Gajah, offers one of the best Balinese meals in the area. Be sure to order the Kuah Cundang Be Siap (Rp80,000), a signature consisting of Balinese basa rajang, a mixture of finely chopped spices with chicken, it’s the perfect heart-warming soup you need on a soulful misty evening at the resort. Jl. Raya Tabola, Banjar Tabola, Sidemen, Karangasem. Tel: +62 361 973178 The wait is finally over. After undergoing five years of redesign and refurbishment, Hyatt Regency Bali is now open. Formerly known as Bali Hyatt, the resort is considered as one of the earliest fine examples of Balinese resort design and landscape. The 363room property sits on 500 metres of white sandy beach and offers three open-air dining venues, three swimming pools, a spa, a fitness centre and a kids club named Camp Hyatt. The ballroom can accommodate up to 600 guests for cocktails, with another four multifunction meeting rooms for smaller events. Jl. Danau Tamblingan 89, Sanur. Tel: +62 361 281234

After the success of their first restaurant in Canggu, Folie Kitchen & Patisserie, another branch has opened in Beachwalk Shopping Center. Café Folie is led by chef Stephane Simond, who is known for fusing French culinary techniques with Asian flavours. Expect classics like the Angel Hair Pasta Aglio e Olio (Rp98,000) as well as new additions, including the savoury Black Truffle Fried Rice (Rp88,000) with duck confit and poached egg. Café Folie offers a cosy indoor and outdoor space, both which can accommodate up to 80 persons. Beachwalk Shopping Center Level 1, Jl. Pantai Kuta, Kuta. Tel: +62 361 8464843 Chef Ragil Imam Wibowo has done it again. After a successful run at his Jakarta restaurant, NUSA Indonesian Gastronomy Jakarta and winning the Asian Cuisine Chef of the Year at the World’s Gourmet Summit 2018, he now helms a new establishment in Bali. Spicy Geg x Javara Culture offers a taste of the the vast Indonesian archipelago in one sitting. The casual, openair restaurant serves regional Indonesian dishes, such as Mie Gomak (Rp75,000), Gohu Udang Jailolo (Rp35,000) and Ikan Bakar Saus Arsik Tapanuli (Rp80,000). Guests can also learn more about the spices used in the dishes at the adjoining Javara Culture outlet. As the leading purveyor of biodiversitybased artisanal food products, Javara’s presence in Bali is much welcomed. Kenja Building, Kawasan ITDC Lot RA 7, Jl. Pantai Mengiat, Nusa Dua. Tel: +62 361 774210

After almost a decade spent staging at fine dining restaurants in two resorts in Bali, Maurizio Bombini has now opened his own establishment.

MAURI offers contemporary Italian cuisine with a touch of tradition that speaks of his Pugliese origin. Apart from a 40-seater capacity and five seats at the chef’s counter, MAURI also has a bar and lounge on the mezzanine level. Go for the four-course tasting menu (Rp490,000), which includes Tonno in Carpione, Parmigiano Ravioli, Costata di Manzo, and Tiramisu. Jl. Petitenget 100, Seminyak. Tel: +62 817 776 177

Enjoy bespoke gastronomy at THE DINING STUDIO, Keraton at The Plaza, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Jakarta. Let director of culinary, Rafael Gil create a personalised menu based on your preferences and palate. The Brazilian native is passionate about elevating the dining experience in Jakarta and creating different dishes for different guests, such as the Avocado King Crab Roll with three kinds of caviar and Iga Bakar with Buntut as a nod to Indonesian cuisine. A six-course menu is available for a minimum of six guests (from Rp1,200,000/person). Reservation must be made at least two days in advance. Jl. MH Thamrin Kav. 15, Jakarta. Tel: +62 21 50680000 Al Nafoura Lebanese Restaurant is now led by chef de cuisine, Ahmad Moussa. A Lebanese by birth, Moussa has over 10 years of culinary experience with hotels and restaurants in the Middle East. He plans to update the menu of Jakarta’s favourite restaurant with the help of modern cooking techniques and fine ingredients. Try signature dishes, such as the Haruf Ouzi (Rp250,000). The braised lamb shank served with rice, assorted nuts and yoghurt is a favourite among guests. Le Méridien Jakarta, Jl. Jenderal Sudirman Kav.18-20, Jakarta. Tel: +62 21 2513131

Make your way to the Barong Bar and experience barrelaged spirits and cocktails. The bar uses two types of wooden barrels, American Oak and French Oak, to add to an interesting cocktail lineup. The drinks menu is divided into three categories: Apéritif, House Signature and Digestif. Start with Barrel Aged Gin and Tonic (Rp180,000), continue on to an American Oak Negroni (Rp200,000) made of gin, Campari and sweet vermouth that have been aged together in a single cask, and end the dizzyingly fun evening with a little Hanky Panky (Rp200,000). You can also create a bespoke barrel filled with your preferred spirit. Fairmont Jakarta, Jl. Asia Afrika No.8, Gelora Bung Karno, Jakarta. Tel: +62 21 29703333 We recommend two ways to usher in the year of the Earth Boar at Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta. First, toss a plate of yu sheng for prosperity and good fortune at the sumptuous Li Feng, the hotel’s signature Cantonese restaurant. Feast on the restaurant’s decadent à la carte dishes, such as the eye-catching Swan Dumpling with Black Pepper Duck Meat (Rp98,000). Alternatively, join the Chinese New Year buffet at Cinnamon on 4 and 5 February, where an extensive selection of delicacies awaits. The celebration comes with a dragon and lion dance performance on the eve of the Lunar New Year and a visit from the God of Prosperity. Jl. MH Thamrin, Jakarta. Tel: +62 21 29938825 The Chocolate Boutique & Cake Shop at Hotel Mulia Senayan, Jakarta has launched an array of festive hampers (price unavailable) for the Lunar New Year. They are offering eight variations of crafted chocolate delights and homemade cookies in lavish packaging. Alternatively, you can also call Table8, the Cantonese and Szechuan specialty restaurant, to place an order for their sweet and sticky Nian Gao cake, which will be available from 19 January to 19 February. Jl. Asia Afrika, Senayan, Jakarta. Tel: +62 21 5747777