MAMAKA BY OVOLO IS BRINGING SOME (INDIAN) HEAT TO KUTA BEACH

 by Priya Jadhav

New Delhi: Mamaka by Ovolo welcomes its newest culinary rockstar, Chef Anuj Kumar Ray. Hailing from the heart of India, Jabalpur, where the Narmada River flows and riverside cooking was his teenage playground, Chef Anuj has arrived and making waves with a bold mission; to take Indian cuisine to the next level without forgetting the true essence and heritage of Indian food. Chef Anuj is bringing his fiery passion, innovative flair, and mouthwatering flavours to the vibrant culinary scene at Mamaka by Ovolo.

Chef Anuj's culinary journey began as a teen with chulha-style (brick stove) riverside feasts, whipping up smoky curries and kebabs against stunning scenic backdrops. What started as fun weekends with friends soon turned into a full-blown obsession with the art of cooking.

Mamaka and Chef Anuj's specialty will be crafting all of our spice blends in-house, from garam masala and chaat masala to chai masala.

"After a decade of honing my craft, I'm ready to elevate Indian cuisine in Bali and redefine what it means to experience authentic Indian flavors. Get ready to be amazed as I bring the heat to Kuta's vibrant culinary scene," said Chef Anuj Kumar Ray.

The resort’s signature makhani masala, which is featured in dishes like butter chicken and dal makhani, is inspired by the rich flavors of North India, and the dal makhani is traditionally slow cooked for 24 hours, ensuring deep, authentic taste.

Snacks, like street-style aloo chaat, draw inspiration from the bustling streets of Jaipur, while our samosas reflect flavors from central India.

Poha, one of the most popular Indian breakfast items, originates from Indore city in central India, and it’s a personal favorite of mine,

along with the butter-fried curry leaf prawns, which offer a refreshing taste from the coastal regions of South India.

Joel Bartlett, General Manager of Mamaka by Ovolo Hotels said, "We're thrilled to have Chef Anuj join the Mamaka family. His passion and talent for Indian cuisine are unparalleled. We're confident that he will provide our guests with a truly unforgettable dining experience. Get ready to be wowed by the innovative and delicious dishes he'll be creating."

About Ovolo Group : The Ovolo Group was founded by entrepreneur Girish Jhunjhnuwala and first entered the real estate market in 2002; then further expanded into the hotel industry in 2010. Ovolo Hotels quickly became one of Hong Kong and Australia’s most dynamic independent owner operated hospitality firms by providing guests with the best in effortless living across hotels and food and beverage outlets.

The Ovolo Group is a collection of contemporary hotels that keep you connected to the little luxuries you love, all effortlessly included. The company prides itself on being in touch with the modern traveller through award-winning interior designs, detail-driven comforts, complimentary value-added services like the mini bar and breakfast, with cutting-edge technology. Ovolo Hotels have been acknowledged for Hotel and Accommodation Excellence, receiving the accolade “Hotel Brand of the Year”, at the 2019 and 2020 HM Awards.

A proud Hong Kong brand, Ovolo Group remains a family-owned and privately-operated business operating four hotels and three restaurants in Hong Kong, and seven hotels and five restaurants across Australia in Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra and Brisbane. A new hotel is being developed in Melbourne, Australia, Ovolo South Yarra.

Ovolo also has the By Ovolo Collective within its portfolio of hotels, a distinctive collection of four hotels each one unique, each one special, the more guests explore, the more they’ll find. These include Nishi Apartments in Canberra Australia, The Sheung Wan by Ovolo in Hong Kong, and Mamaka Kuta Beach in Bali Indonesia.

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