Supper Club: The Long Table No. 2 — Archipelago

# The Long Table No. 2 — Archipelago

I’m hosting another supper at my place — a shared table for people who enjoy food, conversation, and gathering slowly with others.

This second edition is inspired by the Indonesian archipelago — shaped by regional dishes, celebratory rice tables, pasar snacks, herbs, spice, smoke, coconut, and memory.

Some dishes come from childhood.
Some from family cooking.
Some from regions and flavours I continue returning to over the years.

At the center of the table is nasi kuning, surrounded by communal dishes meant to be passed around, shared, and eaten together.

It’s a slower kind of evening.
A communal table.
A mix of strangers and familiar faces.

Somewhere between a dinner gathering and a cultural experience.

# 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 and host.

I’m also the creator of Tahdig Bites — a Persian-inspired concept developed through pop-ups in Kuala Lumpur.

The Long Table Club is a more personal extension of that — bringing people together through themed suppers shaped by food, memory, and conversation.

# What is The Long Table Club?

It’s a shared table.

A small group gathered for the evening — open to conversation, connection, and the experience of being present with others.

Each edition explores a different theme, cuisine, or story through food served across the table.

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 where needed.
Come as you are.

# The Menu — Archipelago

This menu explores fragments of the Indonesian archipelago — celebratory rice tables, pasar snacks, herb-heavy regional dishes, and recipes shaped by gathering, memory, and home.

## Arrival — Cooling the Body

Air Tempayang
A cooling herbal drink I grew up drinking at home during hot afternoons.

## Small Bite — Pasar Memories

Ongol-Ongol Singkong Pelangi
Colourful cassava bites inspired by Indonesian pasar snacks and childhood memories.

## Main Feast — Across the Archipelago

Nasi kuning and communal dishes inspired by different parts of Indonesia.

• Nasi Kuning — celebratory turmeric rice often served during gatherings and special occasions
• Sate Lilit — Balinese satay wrapped around skewers with herbs and coconut
• Udang Bakar — grilled prawns using my mother’s Padang-style grilling marinade
• Ayam Woku Kemangi — aromatic Manado-style chicken with herbs and basil
• Perkedel Jagung Kecombrang — corn fritters with torch ginger flower
• Anyang — Minang vegetables and coconut with fresh citrus and spice
• Kering Tempe Kacang Pedas Manis — crispy tempe and peanuts glazed with sweet spicy sambal
• Telur Balado — eggs coated in rich Minang chili sambal
• Kerupuk Udang
• Kerupuk Singkong Pedas

Vegetarian Main Feast Option Available
• Sate Lilit Tempe
• Jamur Tiram Raja Bakar
• Tempe/Tofu Woku Kemangi

## Dessert — Layers of Celebration

Lapis Legit / Spekkoek
A rich layered Indonesian spice cake shaped by Dutch colonial influence and celebratory baking traditions.

## Closing — Warmth at the End of the Table

Teh Talua
A frothy Minang tea enriched with egg yolk and condensed milk, traditionally served as a warming, energising drink.

# 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)
Once your spot is confirmed, I’ll share the payment details.

## 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/obfd3dl5

## Location

Kuala Lumpur
(Exact location shared after confirmation)