Harper Cikarang proudly announces its remarkable achievement as the First Place winner in the Archipelago Black Box Battle competition, held at Fave Hyper Square – Bandung on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. This competition brought together culinary professionals from the Archipelago's West Java region, showcasing their creativity and excellence in crafting the best dishes and beverages.
In this competition, Harper Cikarang impressed the judges with Chef Dadan Ginanjar's creation, Chicken Yakitori with Cauliflower Rice, which combined innovative flavors with stunning presentation. Second place was awarded to Chef Candra from Aston Cirebon, and third place went to Chef Riswan Pramudia from Favehotel Pamanukan.
“We are deeply grateful and proud of this recognition,” said Sigit Hendrawan, Food & Beverages Director at Harper Cikarang. “This victory is a testament to our team’s dedication to delivering top-quality cuisine that can compete at the highest level.”
The Archipelago Black Box Battle is an annual competition designed to celebrate the creativity and expertise of chefs and F&B leaders. This year's event featured 11 top chefs and F&B leaders from across West Java, representing various Archipelago Hotel units, who showcased their unique strengths in presenting exceptional dishes and beverages.
Located near Cikarang’s commercial area, Harper Cikarang is equipped with a restaurant, bar, and lounge facilities: Rustik Resto & Bistro and Arcadia Bar Lounge. Here, we offer a dining experience that blends local and international flavors in a comfortable and elegant ambiance. Nestled within the hotel area, the restaurant is an ideal choice for hotel guests and visitors seeking high-quality cuisine in the Cikarang area.