Limwood Lifestyle July 2021 Issue 4

JULY | 2021 BALI, INDONESIA A tropical paradise famed for its warm hospitality and island escapism The Lifestyle Network Through the Grapevine Fun. Food. Facts. The Jet Setters New Normal: Our recommendations for Beetroot and its many What to expect in this new world Wine & Cheese Day on 25th July varied purposes

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A watercolour sketch of a Balinese temple. Greetings! Wow, I am befuddled that we are already into the second ladies from Les Mirliflores have an enchanting range of PHOTOS: SHUTTERSTOCK half of 2021! It has been nearly a year and a half since I products which provide their consumers not only with have stepped foot outside of Singapore and that is saying tasty memories but recall the incredible history and something indeed – With exception of a few years when cultural heritage of France. I was too young (and troublesome to “pack up” – Yes, screaming kid on plane, Guilty!), travel has been very much Bali in Indonesia is our featured destination in Spin The an integral part of my personal and professional lives. Globe and I am certain, it will bring pangs of “travel-ache” For a period of 17 years (till the pandemic), I was never in to a sizeable lot of our readers. I hope that as you recall Singapore for more than 2 months before I was airborne your fun memories in Bali, you will join me in doing our little again. So, to say that I have a serious case of “restless bit for this island and their people. foot syndrome” currently is a massive understatement. Bali is heavily reliant on tourism and has been On the bright side, my husband and I discovered that devastated by Covid-19. Experts estimate tourism we have a whole lot more creativity in the kitchen than contributes, directly or indirectly, to roughly 80% of the we give ourselves credit for. Along with a plethora of economy. While many of us are unable to travel and visit recipes online and through various other sources, there to support their tourism industry, we humbly suggest that are endless possibilities and really no reason to eat poorly you consider supporting their other industries, such as (unless, of course, the occasion calls for comfort food – their art and crafts, food and beverage, etc., in whatever Guilty too!). way you can. This issue, we shine a spotlight on a fabulous Producer Thank you! from Toulouse who has combined both my love of travel (the historical aspect of it at least) and food. The lovely Cindy Casey Henwood Editor-in-Chief 2 | Limwood Lifestyle

Contents 04 | Highlights & Insights 27 Limwood – Les Mirliflores The Adventurers of Lost Recipes JULY | 2021 Lifestyle July 2021 BALI, INDONESIA 4issue A tropical paradise famed for its warm hospitality and island escapism The Lifestyle Network Through the Grapevine Fun. Food. Facts. The Jet Setters New Normal: Our recommendations for Beetroot and its many What to expect in this new world Wine & Cheese Day on 25th July varied purposes 04 Cover image: SHUTTERSTOCK Photo Description: Rebuilt in 1633, Pura Ulun Danu Bratan remains in wonderful condition despite its age. 12 | Fun. Food. Facts. PUBLISHER – Beetroot Limwood Lifestyle limwoodlifestyle.com 14 | Have Your Say! – The Science and Numbers For advertising enquiries, please contact of Seafood Sustainability [email protected] 16 | The Lifestyle Network 31 Phil Henwood – The Jetsetters New Normal We are working hard to be MANAGING DIRECTOR 19 | Healthy. Hearty. Heavenly. accurate, but these are – Keto Carrot Shells unusual times, so please Cindy Casey Henwood always check with the – Meathead’s Memphis Dust Dry Rub respective locations directly EDITOR-IN-CHIEF – Sugar-free Protein Clinkers before making your plans. Geoffrey Lim 26 | Cellar & Bar – Through The Grapevine CREATIVE DIRECTOR Wine & Cheese Pairing Guide – TGIF! Cocktail Deryk Low Pina Colada – A Wee Dram DIGITAL AND CONTENT LEAD Talisker 43 Year Old - Xpedition Oak Lynne Jong 30 | Spin The Globe GRAPHIC DESIGNER & VIDEO EDITOR – Bali, Indonesia Limwood Lifestyle is a monthly publication. All rights to this publication are reserved and no part may be reproduced without the expressed written consent of the publishers. While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this newsletter is accurate and up to date, the editorial committee will not be responsible for errors made as a result of information received. Opinions expressed are that of the writers or sources and do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of the publishers. Limwood Lifestyle | 3

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The adventurers of lost recipes A story of friendship and a shared passion for History and Pastry. Limwood Lifestyle | 5

HIGHLIGHTS & INSIGHTS How It All Began Découvrez les Macarons soufflés aux éclats MACARONS CROQUANTS AU d’amandes et au chocolat, recette d’Antonin AMANDES ET AU CHOCOLAT Elisa and Gwenaëlle met during their time Carême, un des plus célèbres chef du XIXe siècle ! in university as they were both pursuing INGRÉDIENTS : their Master Degrees in History, majoring in Retrouvez l’histoire du biscuit Sucre, amandes, blancs d’œufs, caca Cultural Heritage. As intrigued historians and et de ses ingrédients à l’intérieur (poudre de cacao, correcteur d’acidit already passionate about pastry, they had de la boîte, dans un livret débordant E501i), farine de blé. Traces possible plenty of fun trying out recipes unearthed from old recipe books which are centuries old. d’anecdotes croustillantes ! d’autres fruits à coques. While quite some of these ancient recipes Conserver hermétiquement fermé are recreated deliciously, they do recall a tart L’aventure commence… with candied lemon and pistachio which was dans un endroit sec. absolutely inedible! ... avec Elisa et Gwenaëlle, Gwenaëlle Tous nos biscuits sont fabriqués deux anciennes historiennes artisanalement dans notre atelier. Upon graduation, Elisa and Gwenaëlle found passionnées de pâtisserie. Elisa Ils sont le fruit d’un assemblage work in different cultural establishments for a Elles souhaitent partager de produits de qualité français. leur intérêt pour l’Histoire de façon originale et gourmande. INGREDIENTS: Sugar, almonds, egg white, cocoa (coc 3 De cette envie sont nées Les powder, acidity regulator E501i), whe Mirliflores qui vous proposent flour. May contain traces of other nu des produits gourmands et artisanaux inspirée de recettes Store in a cool and dry place, historiques. Ces biscuits aux in an airtight container. saveurs oubliées qui ont fait le bonheur de nos ancêtres, vous All our biscuits are handmade surprendront et vous feront in our workshop. They are the resul of a blend of French quality product while. However, theyvodyaegecr àitdraevedrs lecs osièmclesb. ine their two Poids : 140 g passions: History and Pastry, and to make it Weight: 4,94 OZ their profession. Fabriqué par/Made by Les Mirliflores 52 rue de la Guillemette 81600 Montans - France À consommer de préférence avant : / Best before: N° de lot : / Lot n°: Following several months of pastry courses, business training and successful crowdfunding, Les Mirliflores was launched in 2017. Elisa and Gwenaëlle found an old farm near Toulouse, in the South-West of France and started their artisanal biscuit factory. A Journey From Books PHOTOS: LEMA to Biscuits Elisa and Gwenaëlle delved deep into various historical, culinary, medicinal and iconographic documents for old recipes and after several months of intensive research work, they began recreating recipes with sometimes, surprising results. Inspired by historical recipes, from the Middle Ages through to the Renaissance, from the 18th century to the First World War, Elisa and Gwenaëlle chose to focus their range on 2 biscuits. So, why biscuits only? Well, because 6 | Limwood Lifestyle

XIXe siècle biscuits were one of the first pastries ingredients, like the wheat flour that AitnastheiosftHoirsyto:rAy! s they were dry, they comes from the Tarn, hazelnuts Discover the Macaron soufflé with almonds slivers and UX BISCUITERIE ARTISANALE keep very well for many monthschocolate, a recipe from Antonin Carême, one of the from the Lot-et-Garonne, spelt flour T from close to Toulouse and so on. most famous chefs of the 19th century! A small booklet filled with historical anecdotes is waiting forywouinistidhethoepuacktager! equiring the addition of The adventure begins… with Elisa and Gwenaëlle, two young historians fond of pastry who want to share their interest for History ao preservatives. Ingredients that cannot be producedté MBaechairnodnTshesoNuamffeléses in an original and tasty way. This desire gave birth Handcrafted in their artisanal in France are chosen with theé to Les Mirliflores, a range of gourmet and handmade PHOTOS: LES MIRLIFLORES / SHUTTERSTOCK products inspired by ancient recipes. These biscuits, with forgotten flavours that brought happiness to our factory, they favour local raw greatest care.ÉCLATS D’AMANDES ET CHOCOLAT ancestors, will surprise you and make you travel through the centuries. r. VALEURS NUTRITIONNELLES materials to guarantee quality,A “Mirliflore” is a young man from Les Mirliflores’ biscuits have a MOYENNES/NUTRIONAL 100 g VALUES the 18th century, who wishes for authenticÉnergie/Energy and tasty1669kJ biscuits. The wide range of different flavours and Matières Grasses/Fat 399 kcal 14,7 g a bygone era of before the French textures, allowing everyone to find coa Revolution (1789) when the taste, provenance and method ofdontacidesgrassaturés/ their own favourites! Their biscuits heat of which saturated uts. 1,4 g growing the ingredients are valuesGlucides/Carbohydrates55,3 g dont sucres/of which sugars51,2 g nobility still had all their prestige Protéines/Protein 9,3 g contain no chemical preservatives, and privileges. Furthermore, no colouring agents and no palm oil. ult thatSel/Salt are partic0u,1glarly close to their ts. “Mirifique” in Old French, means *Apports Quotidiens de Référence pour un adulte type/ hearts. They selectRecommended Dietary Allowance (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal) quality local raw “pleasant or wonderful”. They have several naturally gluten- Hence, Les Mirliflores is a free recipes as well. reflection of Elisa and Gwenaëlle’s envoo1cy.ofe(rnEpvtolarsiecspPitvgao@euioloraennussnovmusdosyicaproGglneaitwufaglrcoseteeàrrnec), esaptt.ceëhoaldomlreetsose : 3. Kneading the All their biscuits are shaped – Gwenaëlle (left) and dough for Biscuits by hand which gives them their ethos to combine the historical Elisa (right) founders of de la Joie. 4. Saint “homemade” appearance, a orig« irnRosietcdaheentestidecrhdwce’AofosnnneftdteoeccnhrtiinfeoufCnldeacerrrsêyerm.aoeitsio»n of Les Mirliflores. 2. The Etienne Cathedral. guarantee of quality that only an making of bridaveaux. Toulouse, France. artisanal biscuit factory can offer. Hand drawn sketch. 3 760265 640157 4

HIGHLIGHTS & INSIGHTS Bringing French History Into “The taste, to Homes provenance and cultivation Observing that people are generally becoming more method of the interested in history (through the development of ingredients programmes, books and events of a historical nature) are values and that there is a real desire to eat better by consuming particularly close quality, local and authentic products, they came up with to our hearts.” the idea of adding a small booklet inside of their biscuit boxes to tell the stories of these historical biscuits and – Elisa & Gwenaelle their ingredients. A truly unique way to inform and engage whilst their consumers delight in the consumption of their incredible biscuits! 6 5 PHOTOS: LES MIRLIFLORES With both being particularly fond of pretty packaging, Elisa and Gwenaëlle endeavoured to develop packagings for their biscuits which are not just functional but also attractive, elegant and original. An illustrator from the south of France works closely with them to create the characters, featured on their packaging, in the style of old engravings. These are so beautiful that they make excellent gifts and the packagings are even kept (long after their biscuits have been happily consumed) as souvenirs and decorations in homes! Since 2017, Les Mirliflores’ product range has expanded. They offer several historical beverages (teas, 8 | Limwood Lifestyle

5. Discover the biscuits’ 7 history in these little booklets. 6. The herbal teas and hot chocolate mixes), as well as new beautilful vintage look biscuit recipes. They have also created a “Discovery of the Les Mirliflores’ Box” where it is possible to “discover” two biscuit Discovery Box. 7. The recipes, one green tea and one hot chocolate mix, for a commemorative little bit of everything. collection in conjunction with Musée d’Orsay. Les Mirliflores is sold in museum shops, castles and tourist offices, as well as in delicatessens, speciality shops and gourmet sections of department stores. They have worked with the Musée du Louvre, the Musée d’Orsay, the Musée de Cluny, the Domaine de Chantilly, the Château des Milandes (which once belonged to Joséphine Baker) and many more cultural establishments. Les Mirliflores happily collaborates with various cultural establishments and brands. They create exclusive recipes with them, historical or not (to celebrate the anniversary of an event, to talk about the history of a company, to highlight a territory or a monument, etc.). This year, they collaborated with the Musée d’Orsay by creating a range of three biscuits inspired by three great Impressionist painters: Claude Monet, Auguste Renoir and Vincent Van Gogh, sold in the museum shop. Limwood Lifestyle | 9

HIGHLIGHTS & INSIGHTS Elisa and Gwenaëlle have truly succeeded in combining their passions by bringing these ancient, lost recipes back to life and enlightening us about their historical significance along the way. May they continue to bring us more wonderful creations and remind us that our past is always our present too. PHOTOS: LES MIRLIFLORES MIDDLE RENAISSANCE XVIITH AGES CENTURY Biscuits de la Joie Bridaveaux Macarons The recipe of these Small Renaissance This is the real almond macaron, as the delicious, crunchy and shortbreads, traditionally gourmets of the Grand Siècle tasted! comforting biscuits with Biscuit with a cracked crust, made spices, spelt flour and flavoured with rose, with almonds, sugar and egg white, the almonds pieces, dates that were sold by street from the 12th century. vendors. The recipe dates macaron could be soft or crunchy. Some Created by Hildegarde de back to 1542. Close to monasteries were already making this Bingen, a German religious Toulouse, we choose to biscuit during the Middle Ages, although figure, these biscuits were flavour them with violet, the recipe was officially brought to a real source of energy the taste of which was very France in 1533 by of Catherine de and strength for medieval Medici’s cooks. popular at the time. In France, the first macaron recipe gourmets. mentioned in a recipe book dates back to the 17th century, this is the one we 10 | Limwood Lifestyle are offering you.

XVIIITH XVIIITH FIRST CENTURY CENTURY WORLD WAR Massepains Macarons Soufflés Boules de Poilus This recipe dates back to 1740 These crunchy biscuits, with The boules de poilus are small and was one of the favourite cocoa and almonds bites, crispy biscuits with subtle treats of the nobility at the were created by one of the Court of Versailles. It is one notes of orange blossom and of the first chocolate pastries greatest pastry chefs of the carefully roasted and crushed in history. It does not contain 19th century: Antonin Carême, hazelnuts. These biscuits were flour, dairy products and added who worked for many crowned made by the soldiers’ families heads and the nobility. He was from northern France during fat (butter or oil). nicknamed “the chef of kings the First World War. They and the king of chefs”. This improved the poilus’ ordinary recipe is taken from one of his ones on the front line, who many culinary works. could keep them for a long time, sheltered in a tin can. Limwood Lifestyle | 11

FUN. FOOD. FACTS. BEETROOT Betacyanin, the pigment CAN BE that gives beetroot MADE its colour, speeds up INTO A detoxification in your WINE THAT liver and hence, helps TASTES to reduce hangover SIMIL AR symptoms. TO PORT. Beetroot also contains betaine, a substance that relaxes the mind and is used in other forms to treat depression. It also contains tryptophan, which is also found in chocolate and contributes to a sense of well-being. The world’s heaviest beetroot weighed 23.4 kg (51.48 lb.) and was grown by Ian Neale from Somerset in 2001. 12 | Limwood Lifestyle

Click to view our Fun. Food. Facts. Video! Since the 16th Betanin, which century, beet is derived from juice has been beetroots, is used as a used to colour natural red dye. tomato paste, The Victorians sauces, candy, used beetroot to breakfast dye their hair. cereals, ice cream, jams, and jellies. Beets are a member BEETS WERE You can use beetroot PHOTOS: SHUTTERSTOCK of the chenopod CONSIDERED AN juice to measure family. Its relatives APHRODISIAC IN acidity. When added are (Swiss) chard, ANCIENT ROMAN to an acidic solution, spinach, and quinoa. TIMES. MODERN it turns pink, but SCIENTISTS HAVE when it is added to an FOUND THAT alkali, it turns yellow. BEETS ABSORB AND STORE HIGH acidic alkali AMOUNTS OF BORON, WHICH IS ESSENTIAL IN CREATING HUMAN SEX HORMONES. Limwood Lifestyle | 13

HAVE YOUR SAY PHOTOS: SHUTTERSTOCK / COURTESY OF LESLIE The Science and Numbers of Seafood Sustainability How our diets, techniques and awareness can all play a part for the future of our planet. By Leslie Michael Braberry I nternational media and global politics frequently world population? A significant source of our food spotlight hot topics such as global warming and supply lies in our vast oceans. However, are our current other environmental issues plaguing the world. practices of extracting our daily supper sustainable? These leadership discussions can appear as warring tribes hellbent on inflicting the final blow and less about Our per capita global seafood intake from 2014 to 2019 implementing sustainable change. At the heart of every was 20.5 kg, according to Statista, a statistics analysis political debate lies economics. How do we feed a growing company. Some nations such as Singapore consume more than 22 kg of seafood per capita, which is a 14 | Limwood Lifestyle

Follow the Leslie’s Bio Food Agriculture – Organization of the United Nations for more information Leslie is a marine and environmental biologist regarding global demand with over 3 years of relevant industry experience. With a Bachelor of Science, majoring on fisheries: in Marine Science from the University of fao.org/home/en Queensland. His fields of expertise include identification of zooplankton species & various crustaceans, species identification & physiology of marine mammals, coral identification, and coastal processes & management. Follow Leslie on Instagram @berryoffishialfacts significant 10% higher than the global average. Singapore Since 1990, there has been a 14% increase in captured being Asia’s hub, has limited resources and rely largely fisheries globally, an increase of 527% in aquaculture on foreign food imports from neighboring countries such production, and 122% increase in fish consumption. These as Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam. statistics will only keep rising over our lifetime. Our appetite for seafood does not appear to be waning. The good news is several governments are leading However, an area for concern is with bycatch and the the charge to a more sustainable future for seafood. For practices surrounding its “unwanted” netting. In 2018, example, fish farms are growing exponentially thanks to a study published reported an annual global catch of generous government subsidies and grants in Singapore. approximately 180 million tons of fish. Sadly, only 156 However, it does seem too early to shuck the oysters and million tonnes end up on our plates, with the remaining 24 celebrate. The question remains as to our ability to create million tonnes tossed as bycatch or untargeted netting. a sustainable food source for global citizens. After all, the one thing we all share is the ocean. With the global population increasing at an average of 1.1% per year, which equates to roughly 83 million A university lecturer of mine once said, “We harvest additional babies per year, there is naturally an increased the ocean and farms at such a rapid rate that before demand on food supply. With our need for seafood nature and farmers can even recuperate, we demand increasing, farmers and fishers all over the globe face more again.” We can only hope these wise words echo the increasing pressure to supply their local markets and halls of political chambers worldwide. Then, we may have export to neighbouring countries or further afield. a chance of achieving sustainable hope. Limwood Lifestyle | 15

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The Jet Setters New Normal As governments ponder and debate their options for opening borders to global visitors, what changes should we expect living in an endemic world? PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK W ith business and leisure travel the world and visit faraway places at the drop of screaming to a halt more than an approved credit card transaction. twelve months ago, we are left pondering many questions. These Suppose the world continues to see an questions are often speculative and without escalation in Covid-19 variants? In that case, clear substance or concrete detail. For clarity, cautious families may opt for a homestay over this column provides a similar view of theoretical a hotel. Business travellers have significant and unsubstantiated opinion. After all, what is a potential to reduce travel schedules altogether, good opinion piece without an opinion? along with their chosen accommodations being suburbia residences rather than overpopulated For some countries worldwide, mask-wearing city hotels. We have seen considerable growth in is optional for residents under certain caveats. super apps worldwide and their ability to deliver The responsibility shift presents citizens with just about anything to your door. These services a handful of flimsy rules whose existence will seem to be a simple substitute for the dawdling create endless ambiguity for the community. I hotel room service attendant. am sure it goes without saying that we all want life back to pre-pandemic times. The simple These options seem like a hypothesis from task of jumping online to book our upcoming a jaded travel addict longing for a poolside adventure is slowly fading into “something we Mojito in the Maldives. With cocktails aside, use to do”. it does appear that an opportunity for travel industry disruption is awaiting to greet sore- So, what will the future of international armed guests and their families for the next mobility be like once things slowly take flight? phase of life. The need for vaccination passports seems Our first steps are navigating human like a no-brainer. The concept is nothing new, movement on the other side of a pandemic. The given it is already implemented by many second is how governments contact tracing countries for travel to Africa with a requirement apps collect data, use data and store data. I’m for Yellow Fever inoculation proof upon entry or sure we can all rattle off half a dozen countries re-entry. we don’t want “tracking” us, period. Are we destined for a life with Covid-19 and The new normal will undoubtedly reveal travel its variant cousins clambering for a new host to protocols that will be too invasive for many jet spread their nasties? Unfortunately, we humans setters to bear. The last question remains: How seem destined to stave off viruses forever and many others will be sipping a poolside socially a day, especially considering our desire to travel distanced Mojito on our next vacation? Limwood Lifestyle | 17

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HDEEAPLATRHTY.MHEENATRHTEYA. HDEAVENLY. Prep + Cook Time: 25 minutes Serves 5 Ingredients Method – 200 g Grated Carrots 1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). packed + ½ cup tap 2. Wash, peel, grate, and measure the grated carrots. water to cook 3. Place them into a bowl cover with 1/2 cup tap water. Microwave 2-3 minutes. – 75 g Grated Cheese 4. Drain and place the cooked grated carrots onto a clean absorbent – 2 Eggs – 3 tablespoons paper or towel. 5. Firmly squeeze out the extra water until the grated carrots don’t Almond Flour – ¼ teaspoon salt if contain any water. You can also pat dry the cooked grated carrots between two sheets of absorbent paper to prevent too much moisture. desired, optional This is a crucial step. If the carrots are too moist, the tacos won’t hold. 6. Place the carrots into a bowl with grated cheese, eggs, almond flour, Cooking salt, and pepper. Combine until it forms a batter. carrots without 7. Prepare a baking tray covered with baking paper. If your paper tends to a microwave: Bring stick to food, you can spray a little oil on it to prevent the shells from 1/2 cup water to boil, sticking to the paper. Set aside. add the grated carrots, 8. Divide the whole batter into 5 even portions (1 portion makes 1 shell, and cook for 3 minutes. and I am using a mechanical ice cream scoop tool to divide the batter Drain and pat dry on evenly. Place each portion of carrot batter onto the tray, leaving about absorbent paper a 3-thumb space between each. before adding to 9. Press each portion of batter with your finger to compact the carrot onto the tray as a flat circle. The thinner, the crispier they will be! the batter. 10. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes or until crispy on the sides. 11. Gently remove the carrot tacos from the baking paper by lifting them from the side, using your finger or tongs. 12. Eat warm, filled with the filling of your choice. 13. If you want to create a taco-like shape, cool down the shells onto a small bottle or any cylinder shape. HOT STORAGE: store the carrot taco shells on a plate SOURCE: SWEET AS HONEY TIPS covered with plastic wrap to prevent them from drying out. They will soften when cold. FREEZE: Freeze the baked taco shells in an airtight plastic bag or container. You can add a layer of parchment paper between each taco shells to prevent them from sticking together. Defrost in a warm oven within 3 minutes. 20 | Limwood Lifestyle

HEALTHY Keto CarrotTaco Shells Carrot taco shells are low-carb healthy baked taco shells made of 5 ingredients. Limwood Lifestyle | 21

HEALTHY. HEARTY. HEAVENLY. HEARTY Meathead’s Memphis Dust Dry Rub We are all familiar with ribs that are based in delicious BBQ sauce throughout the cooking process and just prior to serving. Memphis ribs on the other hand are dressed by Pitmasters with nothing more than a flavourful spice blend, commonly known as Dry Rub. As to which one is better, you be the judge! 22 | Limwood Lifestyle

Prep + Cook Time: 4hr 15 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients Method – 2 to 2 ½ pounds (approx. 1. Mix Prep: Mix dry ingredients thoroughly in a bowl. If the 1 kg) Baby Back Ribs ingredients lump together, crumble the mixture by hand to break apart. The rub will keep for months if stored in an airtight jar. – ¾ cup firmly packed Dark Brown Sugar 2. Meat Prep: All pork ribs have a thin layer of Silver Skin (membrane) on the bottom side. I highly recommend taking – ¾ cup White Sugar additional time in removing the skin. Take a small sharp knife, – ½ cup American Paprika and sharpen it some more. Start with any corner you can easily – ¼ cup Garlic Powder access but lift the Silver Skin and slide your knife underneath. – 2 tablespoons Ground Once you get going, you’ll be able to slide the skin back whilst Black Pepper lightly slicing between the meat and the skin. Whilst this can be – 2 tablespoons Ground time-consuming, it does ensure an even covering of dry rub on the ribs. Ginger Powder – 2 tablespoons Onion 3. Serve: For best results, sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt per pound of meat up to 12 hours in advance. For most ribs, wet Powder the surface of the meat with water and sprinkle just enough – 2 teaspoons Rosemary Meathead’s Memphis Dust on to colour it. Memphis style ribs are served without a sauce. Apply the rub thick enough to Powder make a crunchy crust, perhaps 2 tablespoons per slab of St. Louis Cut (Center Cut) and a bit less for baby backs. To prevent “Rub Me contaminating your rub with raw meat juices, spoon out the Tender, proper amount before starting and seal the bottle for future use. Rub Me Keep your powder dry as the old expression goes. To prevent True.” cross-contamination, one hand sprinkles on the rub, and the other hand does the rubbing. Don’t put the hand that is rubbing – Meathead Presley into the powder or use it to hold the bottle. SOURCE: MEATHEAD’S AMAZINGRIBS.COM HOT Since there is no salt in this BBQ dry rub recipe, TIPS salting the meat first is a must. Salt will penetrate deep into meat so you should get it on in advance, perhaps overnight. The general rule of thumb is 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt per pound of meat (don’t include bone, and ribs are about half bone). Limwood Lifestyle | 23

HDEEAPLATRHTY.MHEENATRHTEYA. HDEAVENLY. Prep + Cook Time: 45 mintues Makes: 45 Ingredients Method – 1 cup (100g) Cacao 1. To make the glaze, place Powder, plus extra to cacao, 200g oil and 160ml rice coat malt syrup in a saucepan over low heat and cook, stirring, – 350g firm Coconut Oil until smooth and combined. – 2 cups (500ml) Rice Set aside. Malt Syrup 2. To make fillings, whiz coconut, – 500g desiccated protein powder, 1/4 cup (60ml) hot water and remaining 150g Coconut oil and 340ml rice malt syrup – 100g Vanilla Protein in a food processor. Divide evenly among 4 bowls. Powder – 2 tsp each finely grated 3. Add beetroot and berry to 1 bowl; turmeric, lemon zest and Beetroot and Turmeric juice to the second; pistachios, – 50g Raspberries, finely lime zest and juice to the third; and vanilla seeds to the last. chopped Stir each to combine. With wet – Finely grated zest and hands, roll 1 tbs mixture into a ball and place on a tray. Repeat juice of 1 Lemon with remaining mixture. Freeze – 100g Pistachios, finely for 30 minutes or until firm. chopped 4. Place extra cacao on a tray. – Finely grated zest and Using 2 forks, dip balls into glaze, allowing excess to drip juice of 1 Lime off. Transfer to cacao and roll – 1 Vanilla Bean, split, to coat. Chill for 30 minutes or until firm. Store chilled, in an seeds scraped airtight container, for up to 1 month. SOURCE: DELICIOUS. AUSTRALIA 24 | Limwood Lifestyle

HEAVENLY Sugar-free Protein Clinkers Let your imagination colour your clinkers – we used leftover beetroot, pistachios, frozen berries and a nub of turmeric lurking in the fridge. Limwood Lifestyle | 25

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THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE Wine & Cheese Pairing Guide In conjunction with Wine & Cheese Day falling on 25th July, we decided to do a feature guide on wine & cheese pairings, together with our editor’s pick! TYPE OF CHEESE: TYPE OF CHEESE: TYPE OF CHEESE: TYPE OF CHEESE: Brie Camembert Muenster Port Salut Champagne Chablis Barbera Pinot Noir Gouda Comté Manchego Roquefort Gewürztraminer Cabernet Sauvignon Verdelho Tawny Port Limwood Lifestyle | 27

CELLAR & BAR TGIF! COCKTAIL Piña Colada A tropical blend of rich coconut cream, white rum and tangy pineapple – serve with an umbrella for kitsch appeal. Piña Colada Day on 10th July 28 | Limwood Lifestyle

Ingredients Method A WEE DRAM – ½ fresh Pineapple, peeled 1. Place pineapple pieces in a resealable Talisker 43 and cut into 1½-inch plastic bag, laying them flat. Freeze until Year Old - pieces solid, at least 3 hours. Xpedition Oak – 180ml sweetened Cream 2. Shake cream of coconut and coconut Here’s something really of Coconut (preferably milk in their cans before measuring. special from the tremendous Coco Lopez) Puree pineapple, cream of coconut, Talisker on the isle of Skye. coconut milk, white rum, lime juice, and It’s the distillery’s oldest – 60ml unsweetened 3 cups ice in a blender until smooth. release to date! Talisker Coconut Milk 43 Year Old Xpedition Oak 3. Transfer blender cup to freezer and is a phenomenally well- – 240ml White Rum freeze until mixture is thickened aged single malt, showing – 2 tablespoons fresh Lime (it should be the consistency of a off all the wonderful milkshake), 25-35 minutes. characteristics that we’ve Juice come to expect from the – 60ml Dark Rum (optional) 4. Blend again until mixture is the perfect distillery, including its – Maraschino Cherries, as slushy frozen drink consistency. distinctive sea spray elements. Intriguingly, this needed 5. Divide among glasses and top off each expression was finished in – Lime Wedges, as needed with 15ml dark rum, if using, and garnish casks featuring staves that – Ice Cubes, as needed each with a cherry and lime wedge. endured quite a journey. Adventurer James Aiken HOT Pineapple can be chopped 3 months ahead. Keep frozen. took the staves on a 3,264 TIP mile journey across the Atlantic aboard his boat, Piña Colada Origin Story The Oaken Yarn, after which they returned to Scotland SOURCE: BON APPÉTIT, PHOTOS: SHUTTERSTOCK The Piña Colada hails from San Juan, Colada while he bartended at the to become casks and finish Puerto Rico where it was created by hotel. Come 1978, the Piña Colada this very expression. 1,830 bartender Ramón “Monchito” Marrero was declared the official drink of bottles of Talisker 43 Year at the Caribe Hilton in 1954. He mixed Puerto Rico. To make things even Old Xpedition Oak were up a fruity blend of rum, coconut more official, Caribe Hilton was released. cream and pineapple juice and boom! presented with a proclamation Everyone’s favourite summer treat signed by Puerto Rico’s Governor Limwood Lifestyle | 29 was created. Sila María Calderón in 2004 in honour of the 50th anniversary of For the next 35 years, Ramon the beverage. would personally serve his Piña

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Bali, Indonesia A crowd-favourite island destination in South-East Asia graced by beautiful landscapes and the definition of “Fun in the Sun”! 1 Limwood Lifestyle | 31

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PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK L ocated 8 degrees south of the equator, Bali is a tropical paradise famed for its 1. (previous page) warm hospitality and island escapism. An Catching the sun astounding 6.3 million visitors per annum across the ridge off one (pre-Covid) travelled to this diamond- of the many Bali rice shaped island which is only 5,580 square terraces which dot the kilometres in size. island. 2. A Balinese girl The landscape includes dense jungles to the west and in traditional costume north which were once home to the Bali Tiger (Panthera at Pura Besakih temple tigris balica, now sadly extinct) and the famous surfs of on the slopes of Mount the white-sand beaches. Bali has many active volcanos Agung. with Mount Agung, a mesmerizing presence to the north of the island soaring at 3,142 metres. These volcanos provide fertile, volcanic soil which is the secret to their robust agriculture. While Bali has been inhabited probably as far back as the Stone Age, its biggest influences have been the Chinese and Hindi who brought with them their cultures and religions in the 7th century. The nearby island of Java played a crucial role in the development of Balinese culture as well, with intermarriages between the two kingdoms commonplace during the earlier time periods. While Java, along with the rest of Indonesia, embraced Islam as their primary religion, Bali remained predominantly Hindu. This has influenced their cuisine significantly since the consumption of pork is accepted. In fact, the iconic Balinese dish is Babi Guling – A whole suckling pig which is show-roasted over a fire for hours to achieve tender, juicy meat with a crispy rind. With a heritage and culture steeped in Hinduism- Buddhism, the Balinese people have a natural affinity for hospitality and are particularly gifted in the arts. One will be astonished by the quality of their paintings, woodcarvings, basket weavings and the many more expressions of their creativity. Bali is whatever it can mean to a traveller: A bohemian escapade, a gastronomic adventure, a surfer’s paradise, a party haven and when it all gets too “noisy”, a welcome respite from the hamster-wheel of life. Limwood Lifestyle | 33

DESPPAINRTMHENGTLOHBEAED WHERE TO VISIT / THINGS TO DO A Pura Ulun Danu Beratan Situated atop a plateau approximately 1,500 meters above sea level and sitting on Lake Beratan, Pura Ulun Danu is named for the Goddess Danu. Danu, in the Balinese tongue, means Lake, while the Goddess Danu is the queen of water, lakes and rivers. One of the most important religious, cultural, and tourism destinations in Bali, this temple is one of the most visited on the island. The Indonesian government features this iconic religious landmark on the 50,000 Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) currency. B Ubud Art Market 3. Sunset at Devil’s Tear in Nusa Located right in the centre Lembongan. 4. View of Ubud. the market consists of of the lush rice fields multiple buildings and one long as you enjoy your street where vendors set up shop meal at Sardine. for the day. Be dazzled by the 5. Babi Guling, the array of craftmanship on display iconic dish reflective with all manner of products from 3 of Balinese heritage. kites to baskets and scarves. C Devil’s Tear, Nusa Lembongan Ubud Art Market featured in the movie, Eat Pray Love, where An iconic and beautiful location to catch the sunset, Devil’s Tear Julia Robert’s character walked is one of Nusa Lembongan’s most famous natural wonders, and it is a around the many stalls. Open breathtaking spectacle which makes it feel like it is part of a movie set. from 10 am to 6 pm, be sure to bring your bargaining skills along! Enjoy panoramic views of the coast line and catch some of the craziest waves crashing into the rugged cliff, where a powerful blowhole spits out giant plumes of water. 34 | Limwood Lifestyle

WHERE TO EAT A Sardine B MBaablei nGuling Pak sardinebali.com A popular roadside eatery serving up Indonesian dishes including Babi PHOTOS: CINDY C. HENWOOD / SHUTTERSTOCK Strikingly housed in a sprawling Guling (Balinese Roast Suckling Pig) bamboo structure overlooking rice – A fuss-free joint with great food at paddies, Sardine is equally inviting prices your wallet won’t cringe at. for a drink or a meal. A comfortable lounge area sits next to a pond, 5 home to a school of very rare white koi carp - the chef assures us they will not end up on your table. The menu is made of predominately fish and organic greens. The owners have taken a tip from the locals and serve surprisingly delicious arak cocktails -- no mean feat. Sardines, of course, are the house specialty on the daily changing menu. Serving mainly local seafood, Sardine sources vegetables from its own organic garden. More than half the restaurant is dedicated to a working paddy field, which means diners have great views of a rice field. 4 C Merah Putih Bali merahputihbali.com Celebrating Indonesia’s finest cuisine, culture, craftsmanship & people, Indonesian classics are served alongside creative dishes that experiment with traditional spices & flavours from across the archipelago. Dine in splendour as alternative materials and building techniques makes this venue a beautiful balance between eco-sustainability and visual design. Limwood Lifestyle | 35

DESPPAINRTMHENGTLOHBEAED 6 6. Bask in the view of the Indian Ocean by the resort’s ocean beach pool overlooking Jimbaran’s celebrated sunset coast WHERE TO STAY A Bali Guest Villas B W Bali - Seminyak C AYANA Resort and Spa A quick Google search marriott.com/hotels/travel/ ayana.com/bali/ayana-resort- for “Villas in Bali” and you will dpswh-w-bali-seminyak and-spa be astonished by the multitude of villas available for stays. The W chain is known for its cool, fun Bali’s award winning and only fully PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK Catering to any budget, in vibes and this 5-star hotel in Seminyak integrated resort, AYANA Resort and every location and sometimes, does not disappoint. With a mix of Spa, BALI is a world–class destination even for every whim, there is a resident and guest DJs spinning the resort located on 90 hectares of cliff-top villa for anyone and everyone. decks in their in-house night club, this land perched above Jimbaran Bay, just 10 is one happening hotspot! kilometres from Bali airport. Conduct your research (reviews do matter) and choose Located right on the beach, hear With a full spectrum of facilities wisely – Better to invest in a the sound of waves crashing with an ranging from 19 restaurants, bar and lengthier decision rather than ocean-facing room or the serenity entertainment venues, to an 18-hole golf ruining a holiday! from their garden-facing ones. A little putting course and a culinary theatre, it insider tip: Instead of going by the is a place that you wouldn’t mind staying streets, walk along the beach to nearby longer for. Guests can also head to Kubu Potato Head Beach Club, for their Beach to relax or fulfill their shopping fabulous cocktails. needs at the Shopping Arcade. 36 | Limwood Lifestyle

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