Tanjung Kelayang Reserve, part of the UNESCO Global Geopark network, is home to 350 hectares of beaches, forests, and granite formations. It is also a place where Belitung’s culinary traditions are preserved and celebrated, telling the island’s story through its food as much as its landscapes.
Belitung’s cuisine reflects its history of Malay seafarers, Chinese traders, and local communities. The island’s signature dish, Gangan, is a yellow fish soup enriched with turmeric and pineapple, offering both comfort and freshness. Another highlight is Mie Belitung, springy noodles in a prawn-based curry with potatoes, tofu, bean sprouts, and Melinjo crackers. Alongside this sits a Chinese-style noodle tradition, with smooth noodles in fragrant broths or sauces.
Coffee is also central to daily life in Belitung. Locals enjoy black coffee, filtered for a smooth taste, or Kopi Susu, a blend of coffee and condensed milk. These drinks are savoured as part of social gatherings and daily rituals.
Tanjung Kelayang Reserve works with local farmers and fishers to sustain the island’s culinary identity by supporting traditional ingredients and practices.
At the heart of the reserve, Sheraton Belitung Resort offers curated dining experiences inspired by local flavours. The Weekend Seafood Feast, held every Saturday and Sunday evening, showcases freshly caught fish, prawns, and squid grilled over open flames, starting from IDR 150,000 nett per person. Guests can also enjoy a Seaside Sereni-Tea, an afternoon tea served on the private beachfront with light bites, tea selections, and access to the infinity pool, also priced at IDR 150,000 nett per person.
Both dining experiences reflect the reserve’s commitment to sustainability, sourcing from local communities, honouring seasonal produce, and respecting the balance of land and sea.
A culinary journey at Tanjung Kelayang Reserve is not only about taste, but also about celebrating Belitung’s traditions, people, and natural heritage.
For bookings or information, visit their official website of Tanjung Kelayang Reserve or Sheraton Belitung Resort, or contact via WhatsApp at +62 811 2971 700 and Instagram @sheratonbelitung.
