Continuing the success of the Art and Dine program in Bejana since 2022, Galeri Zen1 and The Ritz-Carlton, Bali, are collaborating once again to bring masterpieces from Indonesian artists. This year, Galeri Zen1, a Bali-based fine art collector and consultant, brings the artwork of Erica Hestu Wahyuni, one of the most prospective artists in Indonesia. Her artwork genuinely expresses her thoughts and reflects her life experiences and interests. In this collaboration, Erica curates her theme as “Adventure of a Thousand Colors”, where the richness of Indonesian culture inspires her.

“Painting for me is a necessity in life; with art, I can create calm, joy, and creativity in all things better. Painting is like writing a diary; the only difference is in the materials and visualization. By painting, I also find new experiences in broadening my cultural insight. Balinese culture is one of the noblest arts. Indonesia is very diverse and rich in culture and Bali is an inspiration that will never disappear. How the nation’s culture is maintained as well as the life that grows well in the best soil.” said Erica Hestu Wahyuni, the artist.

The event starts on 11 June 2024 and will run until 11 July 2024 at The Ritz-Carlton Bali’s signature Indonesian restaurant, Bejana. The restaurant opens for dinner from 18.00 to 22.30 every day. During the Art and Dine program, The Ritz-Carlton, Bali culinary team highlights rijsttafel set with a Central Javatwist to honor the artist’s hometown. The Rijsttafel set comes with choices of Nasi Putih or Nasi Kuningor Nasi Merah, and other Balinese and Central Java’s specials such as Sup Gulai Ayam, Ayam Bejekwith Sambal Matah, Pakis with Klungah Bejek Sambal Embe, Ikan Bakar Menyat– Nyat Bangli, Empal Daging Sapi, Bebek Goreng Garing Lengkuas, Hasil Laut Tumis Sambal Hijau and Kecombrang, Tempeh dan Jamur Bakar, Lapis Legit, Es Teler Nangka, Kopi Tubruk as dessert. The price is at IDR 1,500,000++ for two people.