‘Tenteram’ is an Indonesian word meaning tranquil, peaceful and serene.
You may be tempted to add the word ‘delicious’ to that definition after you sign up for a class at Tenteram Fine Foods Cooking School on the Gold Coast.
Justin and Kay Reeves are the hosts and culinary guides at this beautiful, Balinese-inspired cooking school – hidden away in the hinterland, 10 minutes from Currumbin Beach.
After spending his youth in Indonesia, Australian-born Justin was driven to share his passion for south-east Asian culture. His partner, Kay, is equally smitten with all thing Balinese – though she honed her cooking skills much closer to home. Kay grew up on Stradbroke Island where her grandparents owned the island’s first teahouse.
The pair also share a dedication to healthy eating – incorporating fresh superfood ingredients like turmeric, chilli, lemongrass and ginger in their cooking classes. Students master the art of making all manner of delicious dishes – from traditional Nasi Goreng to Beef Rendang Curry and Chicken Satay on Lemongrass Skewers.
Kay and Justin have also created their own range of all-natural, hand-made curry pastes, relishes and sauces.
When cooking classes aren’t in session, the Reeves offer a secluded bed and breakfast experience – with two beautifully decorated ensuited bedrooms, a living area and access to tropical gardens and swimming pool.
The pair are long-time meditators too, offering meditation workshops and classes in their little piece of paradise on the coast.
To find out more about what you can experience at Tenteram Fine Foods and Retreat, go on-line at www.tenteramfinefoods.com.au or call 0418 881 418.
