NUSA DUA, Indonesia (Bloomberg): It’s a dinner like no other when your guest list includes the leaders of nations representing about 80% of the world’s gross domestic product and 75% of global trade. This year’s G-20 summit host, Indonesia, is pouncing on the chance to showcase its food, helping its efforts to make friends and influence people.
For the Bali summit, Chinese President Xi Jinping, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and others dined al fresco, with a spread of beef rendang (Indonesia’s prized stew), steamed cod and asparagus in Balinese turmeric dressing, followed by Aceh chocolate mousse.