YUKI Bali Welcomes Celebrity Chef

Ross Magnaye

for TWO Exclusive Guest Chef Events

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Prepare your taste buds as celebrity chef Ross Magnaye teams up with talented chef Yudha Permana for two exclusive takeovers at Japanese inspired restaurant YUKI in Bali. These events will showcase a fusion of Filipino and Balinese flavours, expertly prepared using flame-cooked techniques.

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Ross Magnaye, the owner and head chef of Serai in Melbourne, recently honoured as the Best New Restaurant of 2023 by Gourmet Traveller Magazine, will be bringing his signature Filipino flair to Bali. Known for his innovative approach to modern Filipino-Australian cooking, Magnaye masterfully combines the finest Australian ingredients with bold flavours from the Philippines. His culinary journey is a testament to his expertise and passion. As a Filipino-born, Australian-raised chef, his dishes at Serai, where everything is cooked on a wood-fired grill, reflect a harmonious blend of Eastern and Western influences. His creations have delighted diners worldwide, including appearances on MasterChef Australia and accolades from celebrity chefs like Jamie Oliver and the late Jock Zonfrillo.

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"The idea behind Serai is modern Filipino-Australian cooking. We take the best Australian ingredients and mix them with flavours from the Philippines to create dishes with strong, distinct tastes. I am very familiar with the Bali food scene too and look forward to incorporating local produce into the mix" - says Magnaye. 

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The bespoke menu will feature new YUKI dishes for the occasion and Magnaye’s signatures. Start with Warm Oysters, smoked beef fat and sour citrus; and Wood-Grilled Scallops paired with Siargao butter and sambal matah. Try Ross’ take on Philippine ceviche “Sinuglaw” with raw hamachi, pork crackling and Pinoy dressing; inventive "Filo-o-Fish," a fried snapper sandwich with American cheese, salsa verde, and hot and spicy mayo. The menu also features Beef "Kilawin" served with roasted bone marrow and warm bread; Filipino Roast Chicken with Pinoy BBQ sauce and sambal hijau; and a Woodfired Pork Chop accompanied by smoked banana sauce and Bali jus.