Top Lombok Food & Drink

Bring the rich flavors of Indonesian cuisine home from your vacation after this half-day cooking class, in an intimate group of up to 12 travelers. You’ll tour a vegetable garden, plant some seeds, then learn to prepare a range of dishes from Lombok, Java, and beyond using traditional tools like a stone pestle and mortar. After sitting down to the fruits of your labor, return to your Mataram or Senggigi hotel.

Rasa Raya is not just lunch— it is a five-region Indonesian tasting journey guided by hosts in traditional attire. Each course represents a different island, presented with storytelling about ingredients, culture, and heritage. Over 2–3 immersive hours, guests experience authentic flavors, regional textiles, and curated presentation in an intimate setting that blends gastronomy with living Indonesian tradition. This experience is hosted beachfront at Quali Restaurant, overlooking Lombok’s west-coast sunsets.

Indulge in an authentic culinary journey through Balinese and Lombokian cuisine in a hands-on cooking class led by passionate local home cooks. Engage in preparing a delightful menu of traditional dishes, including Sate Lilit and Lawar Kacang Panjang, while uncovering the rich stories and techniques that define these beloved recipes. Enjoy your self-crafted meal at the end, surrounded by the warmth of Indonesian hospitality. Whether you’re a solo traveler or sharing the experience with family, this class promises a memorable cultural immersion into the heart of Indonesia's vibrant food heritage. - Hands-on cooking class with a maximum of 8 participants - Learn traditional recipes and cooking methods from local experts - Enjoy a delicious meal of your creations at the end of the class - Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and families seeking culinary adventure

The cuisine of Indonesia is characterized by complex spice and flavor combinations. Master the basics of local food during a private cooking class that offers a more intimate glimpse into Indoensian culture. Unlike in typical classes, you’ll prep and cook with traditional equipment such as stone grinders and wood-fired terracotta stoves.

Get to know about the authentic Indonesian recipe of traditional herbal drink in private workshops at the Tugu Hotel Lombok. Learn how to make these traditional herbal drink that gives you various benefits. Locals still consume this herbal drink for energy booster and illness prevention. Jamu has various types with different varieties which consist of leaves, roots, flowers seeds, and spices. Make your own Jamu using organic ingredients and enjoy it. Choose four of your favorite among the menu such as Jamu Mengkudu for fat reduction, made from Noni; Jamu Beras Kencur for energy and cure muscle aches, made from mashed raw rice, galangal, and tamarind; Jamu Kunir Asem for smoothen skin, made from turmeric, ginger and tamarind; Jamu Daun Salam for reduce cholesterol, made from Indonesian bay leaf; and many more.

Come closer and delve into the soul of Lombok through its preserved nature, culture, arts, and customs. You will discover the unique skills of the Sasak people, passed down from generation to generation, and explore traditional Sasak houses that offer a captivating glimpse into life on Lombok centuries ago

Set off at sunrise to explore the hidden islands of East Lombok — Gili Petangan, Gili Kapal, Gili Bidara, and Gili Kondo — virtually untouched by mass tourism. Snorkel pristine reefs, swim in crystal-clear bays, explore a mangrove forest, and enjoy a freshly grilled seafood BBQ on the beach, all included in this exclusive private tour. • Snorkel remote, uncrowded reefs at four secret Gili islands of East Lombok • Explore a stunning mangrove forest by boat • Enjoy a full seafood BBQ lunch freshly prepared on the beach • Sunrise departure for the best light, calmest seas, and fewest crowds • Private boat, full snorkel gear, guide, and GoPro footage included

Learn to cook delicious dishes from professional local chef who will guide you how to cook several simple and popular dishes in Lombok. If you choose cooking class package with market visit, you will have experience a visit to a local fresh market to pick up the freshest of ingredients and then head to the open-kitchen to recreate some of Indonesia’s most iconic delicacies. Experience to make 4 local dishes that are easy to make!. You can choose from the traditional grilled chicken in Lombok style (ayam taliwang), village fried rice, various kind of salads, black bean soup in Lombok style, and many more.

Djamu is a mixture of traditional herbs and spices, which are used for healing and rejuvenation. Traditional ‘Djamoe’ comes from the island of Jawa, and have evolved since hundred years of through generations. The djamoes consist of leafs, roots, flowers, seeds and barks of significant trees. Through generations, for more than hundred of years, the Javanese were doing research and observations through trials and experiences to get the real use of all those herbs and spices which are found in their surroundings. Learn the traditional way of preparing three kinds of the mixtures and their benefits for health, beauty and long activity.

For fishing enthusiasts, Lombok's waters offer some of the best recreational fishing in Indonesia. The seas surrounding the island teem with pelagic and reef fish, and our local crew — who have fished these waters their entire lives — know exactly where to find them. Departing at 05:00 AM, you board your private glass-bottom boat as the sky begins to lighten over Mount Rinjani. The crew serves Lombok coffee and a simple breakfast as you head to the first fishing grounds. The main techniques used are jigging (dropping weighted lures to the bottom and working them up through the water column) and surface trolling, depending on conditions and target species. The most prized catch is Mahi-Mahi (Dorado) — a powerful, fast-running fish known for its spectacular aerial leaps when hooked. Barracuda, Bonito, and Mackerel are also common catches. Your crew will assist you with all aspects of fishing, from baiting to handling your catch.