UBUD, BALINEWS.ID – The culinary scene in Ubud gets a vibrant new addition as Spice by Blake opens its doors, offering a redefined take on Indonesian street food with global finesse. Led by Chef Blake Thornley, the creative force and co-owner of the acclaimed Mozaic, the restaurant promises a lively, contemporary dining experience rooted in local tradition.
Set on Jalan Raya Monkey Forest, this stylish spot bridges the gap between authenticity and innovation. With a menu that’s as bold as it is balanced, Spice by Blake is already drawing in curious travellers and loyal locals in search of something familiar, yet refreshingly unexpected.
“We wanted to capture the essence of Indonesian food but elevate it through technique and presentation, without losing its heart,” says Chef Blake Thornley.
“It’s all about delivering quality without pretension,” he added.
Highlights from the kitchen include slow-braised beef cheek in rendang spices, cured kingfish with pomelo and rujak sauce, and a standout black cod in banana leaf with starfruit and peeps ikan spices a nod to traditional methods, but with a fine-dining twist. The BBQ baby back ribs with coconut and long bean urab are quickly becoming a signature favourite. And it’s not just the food turning heads.
The cocktail bar, helmed by Bili Wirawan is recently named Best Restaurant Mixologist 2024 by Les Grandes Tables du Monde, is setting new standards for creative mixology in Bali. From jackfruit old fashioneds to snake fruit spritzes, the drinks are not only flavour-forward and inventive but also crafted with sustainability in mind. Many cocktails feature local ingredients and follow a low-waste philosophy.
Whether you’re stopping in for pre-dinner drinks, a full culinary journey, or late-night sips in a laid-back yet elevated setting, Spice by Blake offers something unique, the soul of Indonesian cuisine reimagined for a new generation.
Spice by Blake
Jalan Raya Monkey Forest, Ubud, Bali
🕓 Open daily: 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM (Kitchen: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
🌐 [www.spicebali.com](http://www.spicebali.com)
📞 +62 812-3458-6169
📸 Instagram: [@spicebyblakethornley](https://www.instagram.com/spicebyblakethornley)
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