The Archipelago Food Festival (AFF) is back, showcasing the culinary excellence of Asian countries, and this time it’s taking place in the city of Jember. This edition of AFF is hosted at the ASTON Jember Hotel & Conference Center, serving as the venue for the largest Asian Food Festival on the Tapal Kuda. The event is supported and enlivened by 12 Executive Chefs from various hotel brands under the Archipelago International in the Central & East Java, and Bali regions.
The Archipelago Food Festival at ASTON Jember, this time themed “Taste of Asia,” features the collaboration of 12 Executive Chefs from Archipelago International’s group. These talented chefs come together in this culinary festival to present delicious and diverse dishes from various Asian countries. Led by Chef Denny Frederick, the Corporate Executive Chef at Archipelago International, the 12 chefs participating in the event include Chef Adhon from ASTON Jember, Chef Arya from ASTON Banyuwangi, Chef Santok from The Alana Surabaya, Chef Alfrendi from ASTON Inn Batu, Chef Firman from The Alana Solo, Chef Darmada from ASTON Canggu, Chef Komang from ASTON Denpasar, Chef Bowo from ASTON Inn Jemursari, Chef Herman from favehotel Sidoarjo, Chef Suarmini from NEO Denpasar, and Chef Budi from favehotel Kuta.
“This year, we are proud to host the inaugural Archipelago Food Festival with the theme ‘Taste of Asia’ right here at ASTON Jember, and even within the Jember Regency itself. We are delighted to have several Executive Chefs from Archipelago International join us to support this AFF event. With the event, we hope to fulfill the culinary desires of the Jember community by offering unique and rarely found dishes in Jember. Furthermore, we aim to set a trend for F&B enthusiasts in Jember to continue their creativity and innovation.” stated Wahyu Ari Saputro, General Manager of ASTON Jember Hotel & Conference Center.
All guests of this event have the opportunity to indulge in a wide variety of culinary delights from all across Asia, along with other captivating entertainment activities throughout the event. Furthermore, the AFF Taste of Asia event is celebrated widely, featuring the Fashion Carnival, Traditional Dance Tari Lahbako, Flash Mobs, Live Music Performances, and even a grand parade showcasing all participating chefs.
