Madiun, June 2022 – After great success in several major cities in Indonesia, ASTON Madiun Hotel & Conference Center hosted the 12th Archipelago Food Festival on June 9, 2022, at Kedaton Garden. With the theme of Pesona Archipelago, ASTON Madiun Hotel & Conference Center successfully brought culinary delights from around Indonesia, including dishes from Sabang - Sumatera to Merauke - Papua. Guests enjoyed the 104 menus presented by 15 great Executive Chefs from Archipelago hotels in East Java. 

"With the Pesona Nusantara theme, we presented a variety of Indonesian specialties from the collaboration of professional chefs at the Archipelago hotels. This event was held to celebrate the 104th Anniversary of Madiun City, the 8th Anniversary of Aston Madiun Hotel & Conference Center, and also the 25th anniversary of the Archipelago. We wanted to demonstrate our dedication to providing the finest gastronomic experience for our guests," said Mira Kiranasasi, General Manager of ASTON Madiun Hotel & Conference Center.  

The Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Madiun, together with their spouses, demonstrated their culinary skills during the occasion. Mr. Maidi, the Mayor of Madiun, and his wife prepared Arsik Ikan Nila, the trademark meal of Sumatera, while Mrs. Inda Raya, the Deputy Mayor of Madiun, prepared Pelepah Manuk, the signature dish of East Nusa Tenggara.

To spice up the evening, the hotel welcomed Citra Scholastika, a famous Indonesian singer. Additionally, traditional entertainment and MSME displays were available for visitors to enjoy. By implementing the concept of dining outside at night, the magical mood was enhanced by the experience of traveling around Indonesia and consuming local favorites.