Chef Corey Costelloe Comes to Aura Restaurant in Lombok
Lombok’s dining scene has been picking up pace, with more chefs and restaurants putting the island on the culinary map. This October, Chef Corey Costelloe comes to Aura Restaurant in Lombok, bringing a Sydney perspective to the clifftops of Selong Belanak.
Best known for his fire-led cooking and focus on quality Australian produce, Costelloe will take over Aura Restaurant at Selong Selo Resort & Villas for a week of special dining experiences from 2–10 October 2026.
It’s a chance to experience his cooking in a very different setting, with Lombok’s local produce and the sweeping views of Selong Belanak Bay as part of the experience.
Chef Corey Costelloe at Aura Restaurant
An Exclusive Culinary Residency | 2–10 October 2026
Residency Highlights
- Chef’s Table | Saturday, 3 October
- Aura Lawn Dinner | Friday, 9 October
- Signature Menu Additions
Chef Corey Costelloe Culinary Residency
Chef’s Table — Saturday, 3 October 2026
The residency begins with an intimate 6-course Chef’s Table on Saturday, 3 October.
The evening will showcase Corey Costelloe’s approach to open-fire cooking, with each course paired with fine wines. Guests will also have the opportunity to hear directly from the chef as he shares the ideas, techniques and stories behind the menu.
With limited seats available, advance reservations are essential.
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Aura Lawn Dinner — Friday, 9 October 2026
On Friday, 9 October, Chef Corey Costelloe will take over the Aura Lawn for an open-air dinner overlooking Selong Belanak Bay.
The menu will highlight his celebrated Australian beef dishes alongside local produce from Lombok. Set beneath the stars, the dinner combines open-fire cooking with the natural setting of South Lombok for a one-night dining experience at Selong Selo.
Reservations are essential and places are limited.
Signature Dishes at Aura Restaurant
Throughout the residency, Chef Corey Costelloe will also create a selection of signature dishes for Aura Restaurant.
These dishes will be added to the restaurant’s menu and remain available after the residency, allowing guests to continue experiencing his influence on Aura’s culinary offering beyond the October events.
About Chef Corey Costelloe
Chef Corey Costelloe is the chef behind 20 Chapel in Marrickville, Sydney, which has quickly gained recognition within Australia’s dining scene.
The restaurant has earned a chef’s hat in the Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide, won the Time Out People’s Choice Award 2025, and was named among the World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants 2026.
With more than three decades of experience in some of Australia’s leading kitchens, Corey has built his reputation around quality-driven cooking, Australian produce and the simplicity of cooking over fire.
Before opening 20 Chapel, he was Culinary Director of Hunter Street Hospitality, where he oversaw nine restaurants across Sydney, Perth and Melbourne, including Rockpool Bar & Grill Sydney.
His career has also taken him to international events, including the Singapore Grand Prix, the Australian Open and World’s 50 Best Restaurants events in New York and Melbourne.
At the centre of his cooking is a straightforward philosophy: let high-quality produce speak for itself, with fire and technique bringing out its natural character.
Aura Restaurant at Selong Selo Resort & Villas
Perched in the hills above Selong Belanak in South Lombok, Selong Selo Resort & Villas is home to a collection of private luxury villas with panoramic ocean views, private infinity pools and spacious living areas.
At the heart of the resort’s dining experience is Aura Restaurant, a clifftop restaurant overlooking the sweeping curve of Selong Belanak Bay.
The restaurant focuses on contemporary dining with an emphasis on fresh local produce, Indonesian flavours and international cuisine. Its setting makes it particularly suited to long, relaxed meals, from breakfast with ocean views to sunset drinks and dinner overlooking the bay.
The Chef Corey Costelloe residency adds another dimension to Aura’s culinary programme, bringing Australian open-fire cooking together with the produce and setting of South Lombok.
For more information about the residency or reservations, contact Selong Selo Resort & Villas.
Stay at Selong Selo Resort & Villas
For guests planning a longer stay in South Lombok, Selong Selo offers private villas designed around space, privacy and views.
Each villa features a private infinity pool, spacious living areas and panoramic views, making the resort a base for exploring the beaches, restaurants and experiences around South Lombok.
From surfing and beach days to wellness experiences, local culture and dining, there is plenty to explore around Selong Belanak and the wider South Lombok region.
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