NOW Bali Editorial Team
Fit Vacation
A holiday is a time to celebrate; and all of us really make the most of it. We eat, we drink, we over indulge and before we know it, we end up feeling (and probably looking, too) like bloated whales by the time it’s all over. And while many find shopping a fun ‘exercise’, it
Flower Power Food
They say flowers are the most romantic gift you can have. And when it comes to flowers in your food, well, it is just too impossibly romantic for words! People have been serving flowers in food for a long time – nasturtium leaves in the salad – an accent of bright orange flower – it
The Invisible World of THE GAMANGS
According to beliefs still common among the Balinese, there exists, parallel to the world of humans, another world, inhabited by ‘gamangs’. It is difficult to find a great deal about them, as they are said by some to be the spirit of the lost souls, or of men who have disappeared without leaving a trace…This
Thk Awards For Begawan Foundation
Begawan Foundation, on April 1st, was the proud recipient of a Tri Hita Karana Nugraha Awards for 2015. The award, containing universal values whose concept and implementation does not discriminate in terms of ethnic group, race, ancestry and religion, was given by a selection committee, led by Bali Travel News. There were only eight recipients,
WELL, WELL, WELL!
Welcome to Bali and I hope you are not feeling too good. I’m sorry that doesn’t sound like a great welcome but there is a reason for it! Over the years Bali has become a major centrefor the “wellness” business which combines traditional and non-traditional methods of reviving tired bodies (and minds!) and has probably
The Best Things to do in Bali
A year ago Trip Advisor’s 100 Best Things to do in Bali only had TWO genuinely Balinese things on it, the rest were western lifestyle nonsense including glass-bottomed boats, camel rides and bungee jumping. I wrote to them and asked them to think again, and wrote to every hotel I know asking them to ignore Trip
Music for the Soul
With new bars and clubs popping up all the time, the music scene in Bali is taking a huge turn. Big DJs are flown in to blast their beats at midnight dancers, house and electronic music reverberating around the flashing dance floors. This isn’t for everyone though – some of us prefer the old school
Escaping Poverty
This month, NOW! Bali speaks to David Booth, founder of East Bali Poverty Project, to hear his story and learn more about the works of this fantastic foundation. David was born into a poor family in England. At school, he worked hard and kept on thinking how he could make his life better. With his
Ubud Eclectic Fusion – Dinner With a View
Salmon Carpaccio Looking out over Ubud’s luscious, almost untouched, Sayan Valley, where sweeping views of tropical jungle fall down to the Ayung River far below, Sayan House is an almost perfect place to enjoy a beautiful meal. Created in a colonial style house, the restaurant occupies many nooks and crannies, so that each separate area
Chaine des Rotisseurs : BALI OUTRÉ-MER
Although the dining scene in Bali holds some truly magnificent venues- hosting Michelin star chefs, artistes de cuisine and wine cellars galore – at times one must gain new insight and inspiration from the rest of the world. Even for members of the Chaine des Rotisseurs, one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious food
Bali Food Safari
Bali Food SafariBali’s dining scene has exploded over the last few years, bringing with it exciting and innovative cuisine, trendy and happening spaces, eclectic concepts and more. Although, with this vast repertoire of culinary choices the island holds, it can leave eager diners lost in a sea of choice. Bali Food Safari is the solution
Kitchen Meliwis
If you’re looking for that Sunday brunch destination in Tuban, head over to Meliwis Kitchen in H Sovereign Hotel. With an extensive international buffet to choose from, an array of healthy juices, tied together with some fun theatrics of their live cooking stations, this brunch choice is perfect for a weekend get together with family
Kamasan Redefined
Teja stands tall – almost as tall as his iconic paintings. His serious nature allows for no frivolity and he is a man of few words – his words and whimsy are reserved for his art. Even though he was born in Tuban, his familial roots are from Klungkung – the home of Kamasan. This
