NOW Bali Editorial Team
Island Maestros: Gus Teja and Indra Lesmana
It’s easy to draw inspirations from a paradise island such as Bali, especially for artists. The local maestros as well as internationally acclaimed painters such as Arie Smit have captured the is-land’s nature and culture, immortalised in their canvases. Sculptures have translated the Bali-nese Hinduism and its mythological beings into brilliant carvings and statues. And
Charlie Chaplin in Bali
Did you know that the 1930’s silent comedy legend Charlie Chaplin came to Bali? Well… “In 1932, undergoing a midlife crisis aggravated by the coming of the talkies [non-silent movies], Chaplin decides not to return to Hollywood after touring Europe to promote “City Lights”. Instead, with his brother Sydney, he “escapes” to Bali. The island
CasCades Restaurant: September’s Kitchen Collaborations
On September 15th and 16th, CasCades restaurant in Ubud will host the rising-star chef Bradley Kilgore of Alter Miami restaurant for two dinner events. The first evening is a special Chef’s Table of maximum 15 guests that will interact intimately with Chef during the event. At the exclusive Chefs’ Table event, chef Brad will collaborate
Elegant Italian at Bella Cucina
No matter where you are in the world an Italian restaurant seems to always hit home as a dinner option. Even here in Bali, with local dishes and bites galore, you always seem to crave the comforts of Italian cuisine. Quenching those cravings in the Jimbaran area is Bella Cucina, a lush, stylish restaurant perfect
The New Veranda Lounge and Bar Opens in the Grand Hyatt
Inside Grand Hyatt Bali in Nusa Dua, Veranda Lounge and Bar was recently opened, giving leisure seekers an unparalleled view of the hotel’s manicured landscape and the Indian Ocean. The lounge’s relaxed yet elegant interiors makes it an ideal place to unwind – be it for a midday caffeine burst, an afternoon high tea, a
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
