This October, Bella Cucina at InterContinental Bali Resort welcomes Italian-born chef and television personality Luca Ciano for four days of culinary experiences celebrating the flavours, memories and traditions at the heart of Italian cuisine.

Taking place from 4 to 9 October 2026, the programme brings Chef Luca’s distinctive approach to Italian cooking to Jimbaran, from a leisurely Sunday brunch and an intimate degustation dinner to a six-course wine-pairing experience and a hands-on cooking class for young chefs.

Born in Milan and now based in Sydney, Chef Luca Ciano has built his career around a deep connection to Italian food and culture. Known for his television series Luca’s Key Ingredients, as well as his handmade pastas and Italian sauces, Luca draws inspiration from the food of his childhood and recipes passed down through generations. For him, the Italian table is as much about connection and togetherness as it is about food.

At Bella Cucina, these traditions find a new setting by the shores of Jimbaran Bay, bringing the warmth and character of Italy to Bali.

1.    THE ULTIMATE SUNDAY BRUNCH
Sunday | 4 October

Ease into Sunday with the flavours of Italy as Chef Luca Ciano brings his signature style to Bella Cucina. Enjoy an abundant selection of Italian favourites alongside Bella Cucina’s contemporary creations, prepared with the warmth and generosity of the Italian table. Starting from IDR 790,000 ++ per person

2.    DEGUSTATION SET DINNER
Wednesday | 7 October

Discover an evening of Italian flavours with Chef Luca Ciano through a specially curated six-course degustation menu featuring handmade pasta, Italian classics and his contemporary interpretation of the cuisine he grew up with. A thoughtful progression of flavours and textures, celebrating the simplicity, character and warmth of Italian cooking. Available at IDR 900,000 ++ per person

3.    SIX-COURSE SAN MARZANO WINE-PAIRING DINNER
Thursday | 8 October

As evening settles over Jimbaran, Bella Cucina welcomes guests to an intimate six-course dinner with Chef Luca Ciano. Across the menu, Luca offers his contemporary interpretation of Italian cuisine, with each course thoughtfully paired with San Marzano wines chosen to complement its distinctive flavours, textures and aromas.

From the sun-drenched vineyards of Puglia to the tropical shores of Jimbaran, the evening brings together two expressions of Italian culture, food and wine. San Marzano’s expressive wines complement Luca’s culinary storytelling, creating a relaxed yet refined journey through the flavours and traditions of Southern Italy. Available at IDR 1,200,000 ++ per person

4.    JUNIOR COOKING CLASS
Friday | 9 October

Chef Luca invites a new generation of food lovers into the kitchen for a hands-on introduction to Italian cooking. Young chefs aged 12 and under will discover simple techniques, ingredients and culinary traditions while creating their own Italian-inspired dishes. Available at IDR 300,000 ++ per child

“Italian cuisine is about more than recipes. It is about memories, ingredients, passion and the people we share it with. My Italian heritage and my mama’s cooking are still my greatest sources of inspiration. Chef Luca Ciano

Italy and Bali may be worlds apart, yet their approach to food shares a beautiful common thread: respect for ingredients, a love of tradition and the simple pleasure of gathering around the table.

At Bella Cucina, these two sensibilities come together on the shores of Jimbaran Bay. Set against Bali’s tropical landscape, Chef Luca Ciano interprets the flavours and stories of Italian cuisine through a contemporary lens, creating a culinary experience rooted in heritage while feeling distinctly of the moment.