Edward Speirs
Puri Anyar Kerambitan : A Palace of History
The Bali tourists of today often stay on the paths provided. By that I mean that they choose to visit destinations that thousands of people continue to go to, you know, the main thrills of Bali. I have no qualms with Bali’s main tourist sites. The majestic Tanah Lot Temple, epic Uluwatu Temple, Ubud’s entertaining
Liap Liap: Ubud’s Newest Restaurant Exploring Indonesia’s Indigenous Grills
Indonesian food is on the rise – that is a fact. Previous obsessions with foreign cuisine have in the last year flipped 180 degrees, seeing both homegrown and international chefs turn their interests back towards the Indonesian archipelago, known for its famous spice islands. Restaurants and kitchen creatives are reviving the nation’s favourite dishes, either
Rules of Balinese Temples : The Do’s and Dont’s
Bali’s temples and holy sites are without a doubt one of the biggest pulls to the island. However, it must be remembered that these are still places of worship. So, whilst by all means you should go and appreciate the beautiful places around the island we thought we’d share the rules of Balinese temples, a
Padi Restaurant : Pesco-Vegetarian Fine Dining
Padi Fine Dining Restaurant is found hidden under the entrance bridge of Desa Visesa Ubud Resort. Here, hanging above a flowing river between two valleys, celebrated Chef Mandif Warokka has introduced a gorgeous, fine dining pesco-vegetarian menu – a first of its kind on the island. On top of enjoying a specialised menu, the restaurant sources
Taman Gita: A New Look for InterContinental Bali Resort’s Restaurant
The InterContinental Bali Resort has revealed a brand new look for their main breakfast venue, Taman Gita. Enjoyed for many years for it’s al-fresco space and elegantly tropical atmosphere, a perfect spot to start the day, the restaurant’s new look is a welcome addition for those enjoying breakfast or Sunday Brunch at this popular Jimbaran
liina klauss’ 5000 Lost Soles: Turning Ocean Rubbish into Art
Artist liina klauss, together with Potato Head Beach Club Bali, created a visually stunning installation name ‘5000 soles’ from rubbish that washed up on Seminyak Beach. Their goal, raise awareness of ocean plastic pollution through art. One hot, global topic at the moment is ocean plastic pollution; from local organisations right up to the United
Nyepi in Nusa Dua: Renew Yourself at The Westin Resort
Nyepi, Bali’s Day of Silence, will this year be on the 17th March 2018. It is Bali’s Çaka calendar’s new year and comes as a time of introspection and recollection. That’s why, for those looking to spend Nyepi in Nusa Dua, The Westin Resort Nusa Dua has prepared a thoughtful Nyepi experience focusing on personal
‘tappit’ cashless payments debut in Bali
Enjoying some of Bali’s best venues is soon to get much simpler with the introduction of tappit on the island. Using radio frequency identification (RFID) technology, tappit allows customers and venues to easily and seamlessly complete transactions – in this case, cashless payments. Used around the world in major events, such as Creamfields in Hong
Balinese Living Arts: Ubud’s Newest Cultural Performances
Immerse yourself in a brand new cultural exposé in Ubud with Balinese Living Arts; two daily performances that blend drama, dance and music to present some of the island’s most treasured stories. Not a day goes by in Bali when a traditional dance is not being performed, whether it is the youthful apprentices practicing in the village
Stay at The Ungasan Clifftop Resort for 30% Off
The official party may be over, but The Ungasan is still celebrating! Here’s to a new year, they’re excited to share with you their too-good-to true offer to start 2018. 30% off all 5-bedroom luxury villas booked before 31 January 2018, and for stays of 4 nights or more receive an additional USD 1,000 credit for use throughout the resort! The
Red, Red Wine: Carnivore’s Wine Dinner at Di Mare Restaurant
Karma Kandara invites you to enjoy a sumptuous 3-course ‘Carnivore’s Dinner’ at their award-winning, ocean-view clifftop restaurant, di Mare. Looking out over the famous views of the Indian Ocean from above the Ungasan cliffs is certainly an apt venue to host a wine dinner. This Tuesday, 14 November 2017, di Mare has prepared a special 3-course dinner dominated by
Teatro Gastroteque: Innovation in Fine Dining
One of Seminyak’s first fine dining destinations and certainly an early innovator in Bali’s culinary industry, Teatro Gastroteque has continued to roll out impeccable dishes since it opened. Teatro’s façade is a wall of glass; living up to its name as a “gastronomic theatre” it keeps its kitchen open for all to see. Inside the
Sushi Galore With Sushi Tei’s Rp.25,000 Plate Promo
Are you a sushi lover? Well head on over to Sushi Tei Beachwalk Bali and dive into their all-new promotion and dine to your heart’s content. Only on 6-7 November 2017, enjoy a fixed rate of Rp.25,000 per ‘colour plate’ at Sushi Tei Beachwalk in Kuta. Colour Plate dishes include delights like Jo Ungai, Salmon Mentai,
