Sambal, Smoke & Rice

Join Head Chef Fendi for an immersive afternoon exploring the journey from garden to table. Wander through our market garden, learn the art of fermentation, create your own authentic sambals, then gather around the table to enjoy a generous shared feast inspired by Indonesian home cooking.

This is more than a cooking class. It's an experience celebrating culture, sustainability and the joy of sharing food.

Your Experience Includes

• Welcome seasonal drink and tasting bite

• Guided walk through The Good Paddock's market garden, discovering the herbs, vegetables and ingredients that inspire the menu

• An introduction to the history of sambal, Indonesian food traditions and the role fermentation plays in creating flavour

• Hands-on workshop making:

• Sambal Matah

• The Good Paddock Signature Sambal

• Live chef demonstration showcasing how one fermented chilli base can be transformed into a variety of traditional sambals.

• A family-style Indonesian feast featuring seasonal produce from the farm, grilled protein, steamed rice, vegetables, house-made pickles and the sambals you've explored throughout the afternoon.

Take Home

Every guest will receive:

• A jar of their handcrafted sambal

• Recipe booklet

• Fermentation guide

• Good Paddock recipe card

Whether you're passionate about food, curious about fermentation or simply looking for a unique winter experience, Sambal, Smoke & Rice offers an afternoon filled with flavour, learning and community.

Please allow 3 hours for this immersive experience.

A journey through flavour, culture, sustainability and community.