The Long Table No. 1 — Borders & Belonging

# The Long Table No. 1 — Borders & Belonging

I’m hosting a small supper at my place — a shared table for people who enjoy food, conversation, and being present.

This first edition is shaped by dishes I grew up with, and those I discovered while moving between places — where flavours carry memory, identity, and story.

It’s a slow evening.
We sit together, eat in courses, and let the night unfold around one table.
Not just dinner — but a space to arrive, settle, and connect.

## About the Host

Hi, I’m Hesti.

I grew up in Indonesia and have spent the past few years living across cultures — something that naturally shapes the way I cook.

Some dishes come from memory, some from people I’ve met along the way, and some from curiosity.

I’m also the creator of Tahdig Bites — a concept built around tahdig, the crispy Persian rice, shaped and filled with classic Persian stews. I’ve been running it through pop-ups in Kuala Lumpur.

This supper is a more personal extension of that — not takeaway, but a table to sit, share, and experience the food differently.

## What is The Long Table Club?

It’s a shared table.

A mix of strangers and familiar faces, gathered for the evening — open to conversation, connection, and the experience of being present with others.

Somewhere between a dinner at a friend’s home and a cultural exchange.
You don’t just come for the food — you come to be part of the table.

## What to Expect

• A multi-course menu, served throughout the evening
• 8–10 guests seated together at one table
• Shared, family-style dining
• Dishes introduced with context and story
• A slow, unhurried evening — no fixed end

The menu is prepared using halal ingredients, and vegetarian preferences can be accommodated.

Come as you are.

# The Menu — Borders & Belonging

This menu brings together flavours that have moved across places and stayed with me in different ways.

## 🥂 Arrival — A First Crossing

Bir Pletok
A traditional Betawi spiced drink — warm, aromatic, and rooted in history

## 🍽️ To Begin — Shared Origins

Dadami Dip — herb & labneh dip inspired by family recipes from northern Iran
Kuku Sabzi Wrap — aromatic herb frittata with tomato
Noon Lavash — Persian flatbread, made to tear and share

## 🍲 Main — Comfort & Memory

Ghormeh Sabzi — slow-cooked Persian beef herb stew
Potato Tahdig — saffron rice over golden potatoes, crisped into a caramelised crust
Khiar Panir — cucumber, feta, herbs, pomegranate & toasted almonds
Olivieh — Persian-style potato salad

## 🍃 Between — From My Side

Risol Pisang Ijo Makassar
A warm reinterpretation of a classic — pandan crepe, caramelised banana, rose coconut custard

## 🍰 To End — A Gentle Return

Peach, Cardamom & Saffron Cake
Soft, fragrant, lightly floral — finished with rose petals

## 🍵 After — Lingering Conversations

Chai e Zafaran with Nabat
Saffron tea with Persian rock sugar

## Seats

I’m keeping this small — just 8–10 seats — so it stays personal for everyone at the table.

RM135 per seat
(includes the full multi-course experience)

## How to Join

You’re welcome to mark yourself as “Going” here on Meetup — it helps me get a sense of interest and shape the table.

However, seats are confirmed through registration here:
👉 https://luma.com/gb4d00eb

***A small update — about half the table has now been taken, with 7 seats confirmed so far.
It’s shaping up to be a really lovely mix of people, which I’m quite excited about.
If you’ve been considering joining, you’re very welcome to — there are still a few seats left ☺️

## Location

Kuala Lumpur
(Exact location shared after confirmation)