On a delightful Monday, March 10, 2025, the Pastis Pool Bar at Oakwood Suites Kuningan Jakarta buzzed with excitement as it hosted the spectacular “All You Knead is Comfort” Cooking Challenge & Masterchef Showcase. This unique event celebrated the ingenuity of local ingredients, featuring sago and edamame, and starred the talented Chef Beatrix, a finalist from MasterChef Indonesia 2015, as the main attraction.
Mairysa Sipayung, General Manager of Oakwood Suites Kuningan, explained that the event brought together a lively cooking competition where participants were challenged to create gluten-free and nutritious dishes using Indonesian ingredients. This initiative is part of Oakwood’s commitment to promoting sustainable local food sources.
The Cooking Challenge was the heart of the event, drawing culinary enthusiasts from various communities who showcased their creativity using Sagu Sapapua and Edamame Edashi. The participants demonstrated how these local ingredients could be transformed into mouthwatering and healthy dishes, leaving the audience in awe.
Nelda Hermawan, Head of Commercial for Sago & Edamame ANJ, shared her excitement about the collaboration. “We want to highlight the incredible potential of sago and edamame as local food ingredients. Our goal is to show that gluten-free foods made from local ingredients can be both healthy and delicious,” she expressed with pride.
Nelda further added that the collaboration with Oakwood Suites Kuningan is a testament to how local ingredients like sago and edamame can inspire modern, attractive, and healthy dishes. Sagu Sapapua is now available on platforms like Tokopedia and Shopee, while Edashi Edamame can be found in retail stores such as Hypermart, AEON, and Ranch Market.
During the Cooking Class, Chef Beatrix captivated the attendees with her innovative dishes made from sago and edamame. Her creations included gluten-free Edamame Pão de Queijo, a Brazilian snack reimagined with edamame and Papua sago, and the richly flavored Mie Sagu Godog, a dish from Central Java.
Chef Beatrix emphasized the versatility and potential of sago and edamame in crafting delicious yet healthy dishes. “With local ingredients, we can create global flavors while presenting high-quality menus that compete on an international level,” she said, brimming with enthusiasm.
Adding to the excitement, Chef Yakub showcased his culinary prowess with a Cooking Demo of Choipan, inspiring over 20 participants in the Cooking Challenge. The contestants, hailing from various culinary communities, exhibited their creativity by crafting gluten-free Choipan using Sagu Sapapua, proving the versatility of sago in diverse culinary applications.
The event concluded with the announcement of the Cooking Challenge winners, followed by a heartwarming iftar gathering. The participants and organizers enjoyed a feast of sago and edamame dishes prepared by Oakwood Suites Kuningan, celebrating the success of the event.
This memorable event not only highlighted the potential of local ingredients but also underscored the importance of sustainable and healthy culinary practices. The success of “All You Knead is Comfort” paves the way for continued innovation in healthy, locally sourced cuisine, inspiring a more sustainable lifestyle for all.
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