Edward Speirs
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
Bluebird Goes Green: Electric Taxis Take to Bali’s Roads
Indonesia’s largest and most respected mobility service provider, PT Blue Bird Tbk (Bluebird Group), is nearing its 50th anniversary. With this milestone moment ahead of them, the company has been gearing up their sustainability initiatives through Bali, Jakarta and Indonesia, presenting various programs from introducing electric vehicles into their fleet and joining collaborations with WWF
Cocktail Anthology: How Bali’s 1930s Inspired the Latest Libations at Aperitif Bar
1930’s Bali has a rich history, one could say that it was the decade that introduced this obscure little island to the world. Inspired by certain figures of this charming yet pivotal past, Panji Wisrawan, Head Mixologist of Aperitif Bar, has thoughtfully created the Cocktail Anthology, a drinks list that invokes the magic of this
The Shady Pig Bites: A New Menu of Sophisticated Canapés Adds Temptation at the Speakeasy
One of Berawa’s favourite late-night haunts, The Shady Pig, has recently added a list of bites and canapés to their offerings. Delicate and indulgent dishes, including pâte and charcuterie, are an invitation for guests to refocus their attention on the flavours presented to their palate. Inspired by the simultaneous decadence and gruffness of a 1920s
Forests in Bali: Nature Walks, Treks and Explorations Between the Trees
As if Bali did not provide enough natural environments to explore, this rich and fertile island is home to many forests, rainforests and parks, many of which are quite distinct from one another. Thanks to the varying climates you’ll find from west to east, or from coastal to central Bali, this has resulted in an
