Chef Gerry Nainggolan Appointed Executive Chef at CasCades Restaurant, Viceroy Bali
(Ubud, Bali) November 2025 – Viceroy Bali announces the appointment of Chef Gerry
Nainggolan as Executive Chef of CasCades Restaurant, the resort’s signature all-day dining venue
and one of Ubud’s original culinary destinations.
Chef Gerry joins Viceroy Bali following a distinguished three-year tenure as Executive Chef at NIHI Sumba, the world-renowned resort recently awarded Three MICHELIN Keys and ranked #10 in The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2024. During his time at NIHI, Chef Gerry led the resort’s culinary programme with a strong focus on sustainability, locality and innovation, creating memorable dining experiences. His leadership helped reinforce NIHI’s position as one of the world’s most exceptional barefoot-luxury resorts.
A graduate of the Bandung Tourism Institute, Chef Gerry brings over 15 years of international culinary experience across Indonesia, Dubai and the Maldives. His dedication to culinary excellence has earned him numerous accolades, including a Gold Medal at the Hotel Asia Maldives Exhibition and International Culinary Challenge, a Silver Medal at the Horeca Kuwait Salon, and multiple honours at SIAL Abu Dhabi.
At CasCades Restaurant, Chef Gerry will introduce a refreshed culinary direction that celebrates modern Indonesian cuisine while embracing global influences. His menus will highlight the finest local produce and seasonal ingredients, presented with creativity and precision. Driven by his passion for clean, honest and comforting food, he aims to craft dishes that are refined yet deeply rooted in Indonesian identity, a hallmark of his philosophy of storytelling through food.
Beyond the kitchen, Chef Gerry is known for his warm personality and genuine care for those around him. With what his colleagues fondly call a “chiropractor’s touch”, he often helps ease the occasional sprain or strain among team members. As he remarks light-heartedly, “If I retire from here one day, I might open a small practice, because I enjoy it and I’m good at helping people with sprains.” His approachable nature adds to the supportive and inspiring environment he cultivates within his culinary team. “Our team is delighted to welcome Chef Gerry to the Viceroy family,” said Patrick Farrell, General Manager of Viceroy Bali. “His creative vision, leadership and deep respect for Indonesian gastronomy align perfectly with our commitment to delivering authentic and elevated dining experiences in Ubud. We look forward to seeing his ideas shape the next chapter of CasCades while honouring its long-standing heritage.”
Central to the resort’s allure is Apéritif, Viceroy Bali’s fine dining restaurant led by Belgian Executive Chef Nic Vanderbeeken. Apéritif is celebrated for its borderless culinary philosophy inspired by the lunar cycle, blending modern European techniques with Indonesian ingredients to create a truly unique dining experience that elevates Ubud’s gastronomic landscape.
Beyond its acclaimed dining, Viceroy Bali continues to lead in sustainability and community engagement, supporting local artisans, regenerative farming practices and environmentally conscious operations. Combined with its spa, helipad and bespoke guest experiences, the resort remains a destination for relaxation, romance, and privacy.
About CasCades Restaurant
CasCades is the main all-day dining restaurant at the Viceroy Bali resort. Established over 20 years
ago, it remains one of Ubud’s pioneering culinary destinations, celebrated for serving genuine
cuisine overlooking the dramatic Valley of the Kings. Just ten minutes from Ubud’s centre,
CasCades offers both Indonesian and Western dishes in a sophisticated al fresco setting. Known
for its bold flavours, honest cooking and extensive wine list, it provides the perfect backdrop for
a relaxed lunch or an intimate dinner surrounded by Bali’s lush natural beauty.
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