Hello! Summer from Bali! Yeah it's always summer, we haven't had any rain for a long time. Anyway, I'll share gathering event sponsored by Utama Spice at Biku! My favourite place for high tea. Even Tyra Banks went here when she was in Bali and I recommend you to book first before going to this place or you'll end up waiting in a long line.
So, it happened 2 weeks ago, when I met Ria, the owner of Utama Spice, I've know her since last year. She's a fun girl and very down to earth. Tell you later! We chit chat and finally had an idea to make a gathering. How fun it is! It was a quick one, so I asked some of my blogger friends in Bali to come on Sunday and here we go...
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Biku, fun place to start, because Ria had lived in London for a long time, she loves high tea of course and this is the right place to be.
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Biku blends together the unique combination of a tea lounge, restaurant, antiques and book store in Bali. Inspired by Indonesia's unique cultures, Biku is an eclectic mix of old Indonesia with a modern touch. Located in Seminyak, Bali, Biku takes on a life of its own in a historic 150-year-old Teak Joglo from East Java. The joglo was once an antique store but has been converted into a restaurant and is now Biku. They have indoor and outdoor space.
We met at 10 am for breakfast at the outdoor seating area. There were 7 of us. Some of them, I have met before but some were new to me, just knew them from their blogs. As we gathered, Ria (the one on my left side) started to explain the background of Utama Spice, a natural concept beauty for your body needs which is cruelty free and no parabens.
Mostly, the ingredients were made from the real plants that they planted except Lavender oil because it wouldn't grew in Indonesia. They did this to prevent unwanted harm ingredients if they bought from another company which usually not honest about what's inside. By doing this, they also support local farmers by teaching them how to plant not only paddies but also many other things. Even she told me that they also plant cucumber and long bean for drink and food. Awesome!
Mostly, the ingredients were made from the real plants that they planted except Lavender oil because it wouldn't grew in Indonesia. They did this to prevent unwanted harm ingredients if they bought from another company which usually not honest about what's inside. By doing this, they also support local farmers by teaching them how to plant not only paddies but also many other things. Even she told me that they also plant cucumber and long bean for drink and food. Awesome!
Here are our goodies... Each who came got a goodie bag full with products. I got Lavender hair oil, Rose Allure body lotion, Begone Bug, and Peppermint Lip Balm. I love the lip balm, this is my second one after the Cocoa Lip Balm. And tell you what, the bug spray is the best. As you live in Bali, full with outdoor spaces, mosquitoes will love you, especially tourists. This one helps a lot. I have bought it before in bigger bottle size from Guardian and so happy to receive the small one. Upcoming further review... ^_^
A table full of food, I love it.. It's English style high tea. First, we had tea and fruit salad, and there's a 2 tier high tea stand from small to big one.
Here's my tea. I ordered white tea. I really love how lovely and feminine their plates, cups, etc. It's fit the concept of fusion, ethnic Indonesian with classic English kind of style.
What's on the tier? On the top, we had croissant, raisin danish and scone. My favorite scone here, best combination with plain cold cream and strawberry jam. So delish! The bottom part, we had chicken sausages, cream cheese pancake with smoked salmon, omelet, baked tomatoes, and corn fritter with guacamole on top. My favorite is the cream cheese pancake with smoked salmon, I love salmon! They change the menu regularly so people won't get bored of it. They also have Asian High Tea for people who prefer more Indonesian taste.
Everyone is busy taking pictures before eating. Bloggers.. Lol..
After eating, of course we chit chat and did many selfies! Even we told the waiter to take picture of us a few times. This photo is candid by Lina.
It was so fun meeting friends and get to know each other. Thank you Utama Spice!
Reviews coming up soon! I have reviewed some of Utama Spice products before like Lip Balm, Body Lotion and Butter, various Mask Scrub Lotion Butter Oil also check out their Sanur Store. If you aren't in Bali you can get Utama Spice products at Guardian, Hero, and their website too.
Bye for now!
Bye for now!
