Edward Speirs
Kojin Restaurant: A Taste of Japan in the Valleys of North Ubud
Blending two distinct experiences together, Kojin Teppanyaki Restaurant brings Japanese cuisine to the verdant valleys of north Ubud. This intimate venue offers flaming teppanyaki and the chef-led Omakase experiences, in a location quite unlike any other Japanese restaurant in Bali – one inspired by the Japanese Kami (God) of Fire, the Hearth and the Kitchen.
Bali Kite Festival 2022 Set for End of July in Sanur
Bali’s annual kite festival, known locally as Piala Gubernur Festival Layang-Layangan Bali is back in full force this 2022! The ‘Governor’s Cup’ as it is known is the highlight of all kite competitions in Bali, and it’s expected that 1,500 kites are set to fly for the Bali Kite Festival in 2022. The festival will
No Walls, No Doors: Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape Opens in Bali
Located in the deep, northern valley of the Ayung River, planted within the jungle, is the new Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape. Opening its doors on 14 June 2022, this boutique property invites guests to immerse themselves in Bali’s natural surroundings through sustainable design and their pioneering “no walls, no doors” concept. The entire resort
Katamama Re-Opens as Potato Head Suites
Finally, Desa Potato Head is complete. On 28 June, the 58-suite artisan property formerly known as Katamama reopened its doors, rebranded as Potato Head Suites. This is a significant moment for the ‘Desa’, or village, as this marks the first time the beachfront complex has been open in its entirety. When the boutique hotel first
Jia Curated Kiosks: A Festival of Artisanal Homeware Brands, Craft Workshops and Local Flavours
An immersive weekend of art, craft, taste and performance is in store from 1 to 3 July 2022 at Plataran Canggu with the debut of a new event, Jia Curated Kiosks. Focusing on bringing Bali and Indonesia’s homeware brands to the forefront, this will be three-days of ‘Creatively connecting Communities’. This festival-meets-market will bring 35
A Decadent Dim Sum Brunch Launches at Kempinski Bali’s Bai Yun Restaurant
Having gained quick popularity on the island for its authentic hotpot experience, The Apurva Kempinski Bali’s Bai Yun Restaurant launches a Dim Sum Brunch that lasts all weekend. Bai Yun has seen a healthy stream of diners already since it opened in May 2021. Meaning ‘white cloud’ in Mandarin, this hotpot restaurant brings the popular dining
Language Matters: A Documentary Screening Fundraising Event for BASAbali
On Friday, 24 June 2022, in Paradiso Ubud, nonprofit organisation BASAbali Wiki will hold an insightful event: a screening of the documentary feature “Language Matters”, plus a discussion with the film’s host, Bob Holman. This is a fundraising event for the organisation’s continued efforts in preserving the Balinese language. “What do we lose when a
The Bali Island Paddle: Two Adventurers Set to Stand-Up Paddle Around the Entire Island
Two ocean defenders, Mike Brumby and Lukas Gallu, are set to paddle around the entire Bali coastline on 2 July 2022, in an effort to break records, create awareness and raise funds for the Coral Triangle Center. The Bali coastline is approximately 450km, a remarkable distance not yet including factors such as currents, winds and
Home-Cooked Food Awaits at Denpasar’s New, Pet-Friendly Double Bee Café and Resto
One of the capital’s iconic restaurants has gone through an exciting transformation, out of which Double Bee Café and Resto has emerged! This cosy eatery adds a refreshingly contemporary dining destination to Denpasar, as well as being one of the first pet-friendly restaurants in the area. An All-New Look Previously known as Braga Permai Bali
Balinale Film Festival is Back with a Program of 63 Films
The Balinale International Film Festival presents its 15th edition this 9 to 12 June 2022, setting up an extended weekend perfect for cinephiles and movie lovers across the island. Move aside Netflix, because Balinale is back! The prestigious film festival, which started in 2007, has announced their return to a live program, with four days
Explaining the Role and Importance of Water in Bali | Episode 22
Listen to this article through the NOW! Bali Podcast: Available On:iTunes • Spotify • Google Podcasts • Pocket Casts From the gurgling mountain spring to the churning sea, water has many parts to play in Bali. It is a revered element incumbent in everyday life, at least for the Balinese Hindu, who are said to even take its form as they move
No Boundaries by Duo Jegeg: Two Revered Female Balinese Artists Put Their Perspectives on Display at Titik Dua Ubud
Another pivotal art exhibition is on display at Titik Dua, the boutique and design-focused hotel in Ubud. Titled ‘No Boundaries’ the exhibition by the ‘Duo Jegeg’ (meaning two beautiful women) brings the perspectives of artists Ni Nyoman Sani and Ni Wayan Sutariyani to the forefront. About the Exhibition On display from 20 May – 12
‘Bali, 50 Years of Changes’, A New Book by Eric Buvelot and Jean Couteau
An insightful new book has recently been published, ‘Bali 50 Years of Changes’, by Eric Buvelot and Dr. Jean Couteau. As the book’s title suggests, it is an account of the socio-cultural evolutions that Bali has experienced in the last half-century, uniquely presented as a conversation between Eric and Jean. Originally written in French, the
