HOME by Chef Wayan

"This place is dear to my heart, and its chef even more so. I met Wayan last year, freshly landed in Bali, and he introduced me to a refined version of Indonesian cuisine that is both traditional and comforting, using the freshest ingredients. What makes it truly unique is that Wayan and his team master the cooking methods, the seasoning, and the plating, elevating it to what I consider elevated local cuisine. Beyond being one of the nicest and most genuine chefs I've ever met, Wayan's food is truly delicious. Every time I come to Home, I have to get the ledok Nusa, a sweet corn and potato stew with grilled squid, sambal goreng, kemangi oil, and fresh basil. Another showstopper is the Bebek Se’i (hay-smoked duck breast), perfectly cooked, medium rare in its jus - a fusion of French technique and Indonesian flavors done just right. The charred eggplant (terong bakar) is also a must. Now that I know the menu by heart, I usually just sit and let Chef Wayan do his magic. He even sometimes surprises me with off-menu beauties, like his prawn laksa noodle that we had the chance to try last time. And yes, you will have understood that HOME by Chef Wayan is part of my top 5 restaurants in Bali - go and thank me later."