NOW Bali Editorial Team
Do You Hear That? It’s Another Form of Pollution
The people of Bali are quite rightly concerned about the amount of waste that is accumulating, not only in the municipal dumps (which are turning into mountains!) but also on the river beds, the beaches, the fields, the mountains, its everywhere and continues to spread as consumerism and the conversion to plastic-packed foods continues apace.
The Stones Hotel Installs 99 Solar Collector Panels
As a first step to following the Paris Climate Change Agreement signed by Indonesia, and a way to produce less waste and help reduce harmful greenhouse gas emissions, The Stones – Legian, Bali – A Marriott Autograph Collection Hotel, recently installed 99 units of solar collectors, the largest solar installation project in Bali of its
Threads of Life: Traditional Textile Workshops in Bali
Working directly with over 1,000 women weavers in more than 50 communities on 12 islands, Threads of Life helps weavers to form independent cooperatives, recover the skills of their ancestors, manage their resources sustainably, and express their cultural identity while building financial security. From marriage gifts to everyday wear, as offerings to the ancestors or
Jemme’s September Birthstone Jewellery: What’s Your Stone?
Sapphire, as this month’s birthstone, exists in a myriad of colours but it’s always been most strongly associated with the colour blue. The Ancient Persians in fact believed that the Earth rested on a giant blue sapphire and it was the reflection of this that coloured the sky. One of the most famous pieces of
We Need You: Crowdfunding for Clean Water in Bali
Water is life, we all know that, but many of us don’t know the struggles of those who don’t have access to this basic human right. It’s estimated that 34 million people in Indonesia do not have access to clean drinking water, that is 13% of the total population. This often leads to water related
Ultimate Foodies Getaway: Win the Ultimate Culinary Holiday in Bali
Indonesia’s top brands and Bali’s top culinary experiences are coming together to give two lucky winners and their friends the chance to journey across the Island of the God’s in one unforgettable weekend worth Rp.80,000,000. The trip includes return flights from Jakarta to Bali, 3 nights luxury accommodation, Bali Food Safari dining tour of 4
Music, The Food of Love
Famous British playwright Shakespeare started it all with his memorable lines from Twelfth Night, “If music be the food of love, play on”. And it is! Music is the food of love, the author of emotion, the stirrer of memories, the instigator of passion, the cause of sorrow, the source of joy and the balm
Baking Empire’s Handmade Sumptuosness
Are you craving for that trendy, fluffy cheesecake? If you are then look no further. Offering those with a sweet tooth and foodies in general some of the best cheesecakes in Bali, Baking Empire offers handmade goods that are baked freshly and daily from scratch using the highest quality ingredients. The patisserie’s Volcanic Cheesecake and
Tales of Coffee: Belgian Desserts and Latin Brews in Canggu
After 6 months of hard work, Tales of Coffee proudly presents a completely self-built and sourced-Belgian-Latin-tropical fusion of Single Origin direct trade Coffee and the best of Belgian sweet desserts with an Indonesian touch. A partnership between a young Belgian entrepreneur and hobby chocolatier, Kobe Leduc, and Elodie Esquiliche Lopez from Spain results in a
Seres Hotels & Resorts to open in Ubud
Blissfully nestled amidst luxuriant valleys, rivers, waterfalls, and ensconced by Bali’s iconic rice paddy fields in Singakerta, Ubud, SereS Springs Resort & Spa is a sumptuous and sedate five-star getaway that is culturally-inspired by Bali’s ritual-rich traditions and practices to deliver an authentic and unique experience beyond compare. Set to open this year in October,
Kid’s Time at Peek A Boo Bali
Whether you live in Bali or are just here for a visit, your little ones will definitely need to be scheduled for play time where they can freely run around, play, and share toys with other kids they just met. You can consider bringing the kiddos to Peek A Boo, a huge play ground situated
Movida Summer Menu
Popular demand gets met at MoVida. This summer, and based on requests from loyal patrons, MoVida is dishing up their new summer menu that offers seasonally inspired cuisine. All this is thoughtfully prepared by Executive Chef Jimmy Parker and his culinary team to embrace the warm and vibrant summer nights in Spain! Working with the
The Wiranjaya Dance
Pesta Kesenian Bali, organized by the government of the province, started in 1979 and has taken place each year. The last event, that just finished in early July, charmed thousands of visitors on each day and caused a successful amount of traffic. Apart from performances by the groups of artist from the island, participation from
